Market Infrastructure

Securities / Derivatives

China Rapidly Aligning Derivatives Market with Global Standards: Experts

By Manesh Samtani | 09/12/2025

ISDA panel discusses rapid developments in China’s repo market, the adoption of margin rules for non-cleared derivatives, and opportunities for CGBs.

Securities / Derivatives

HKEX Aligns OTC Clear Margin Policy with New Reference Rate Model

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 09/12/2025

From January 2026, interest on cash collateral at the clearing house will be based on benchmark rates minus a handling fee.

Fintech / Regtech

BCBS Consults on Mandatory Machine-readable Pillar 3 Data for Banks

By Manesh Samtani | 08/12/2025

The proposal aims to standardise quantitative disclosures to improve data accessibility and comparison, with a proposed 2029 implementation date.

Market Infrastructure

India Enacts Major Reforms to Bolster Bank Governance, Depositor Rights

By Manesh Samtani | 05/12/2025

New law modernises nomination rules, updates governance thresholds, and enhances audit standards for public sector and co-operative banks.

Securities / Derivatives

Indonesia Unveils New Rules for Money Market and FX Derivatives

By Nithya Subramanian | 05/12/2025

BI's new guidelines for money market and FX derivatives aim to strengthen governance, transparency and coordination with OJK and Bappebti.

Market Infrastructure

Philippine Proposes Rules Targeting Payment System Disruptions

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 05/12/2025

The BSP’s draft rules mandate new incident reporting timelines and detailed business continuity plans for participants of the Peso RTGS.

Securities / Derivatives

DTCC Flags Potential for Higher Margin, Capital Rules for US 24x5 Trading

By Manesh Samtani | 05/12/2025

Report highlights demand from APAC investors and outlines new operational and risk management considerations for firms trading US equities overnight.

Market Infrastructure

Australia Regulators to Unveil Reform Roadmap Focused on Geopolitical, AI Risks

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 04/12/2025

The Council of Financial Regulators has outlined its priorities for 2026 and plans to release a roadmap this month with over 50 commitments to reduce regulatory burden.

Securities / Derivatives

APAC Firms Face Significant Hurdles in European Shift to T+1

By Manesh Samtani | 04/12/2025

With the shift to T+1 set for October 2027, APAC firms face mounting operational challenges, especially in managing time zone differences and FX processes.