Market Infrastructure

    Securities / Derivatives

    Korea Issues Guidelines on Offshore Bond Settlement via ICSDs

    By Nithya Subramanian | 02/02/2026

    New rules clarify scope, tax, and reporting obligations for local firms trading government bonds with foreign investors offshore ahead of WGBI inclusion.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Some NBFIs Need Bank-like Rules to Curb Systemic Risk: FSB Chief

    By Manesh Samtani | 02/02/2026

    John Schindler outlines need for tailored, risk-based approach, citing recent crises and pushing back on industry misconceptions about regulation.

    Securities / Derivatives

    SGX Consults on Shift to Omnibus Broker Custody Model

    By Nithya Subramanian | 02/02/2026

    SGX RegCo has proposed rule changes to allow wider use of broker custody accounts, aiming to align Singapore’s post-trade framework with global practices.

    Trending

    Taiwan Eyes Tax Breaks, New Regulations to Develop Wealth Hub

    By Manesh Samtani | 02/02/2026

    FSC links financial sector expansion to national security, while defending controversial accounting changes for the island's US$1 trillion insurance industry.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Vietnam Outlines Strategy for Ho Chi Minh Financial Hub

    By Manesh Samtani | 02/02/2026

    The plan for Ho Chi Minh City focuses on four pillars: capital markets, trade finance, fintech, and niche financial services.

    Securities / Derivatives

    PBOC Adopts Global Repo Standard in Major Market Access Reform

    By Editors | 02/02/2026

    The PBOC has recognised the GMRA for onshore repo trades, a move set to simplify access and reduce capital costs for foreign investors.

    Securities / Derivatives

    India's Economic Survey Proposes Sweeping Financial Reforms, New Securities Code

    By Nithya Subramanian | 02/02/2026

    The Economic Survey, tabled in Parliament, calls for a new Securities Market Code, a corporate bond market overhaul, and cautious governance of AI in finance.

    Securities / Derivatives

    NZX Proposes Rule Changes to Curb Wash Trades via Intermediaries

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 30/01/2026

    The consultation clarifies how its 'Booking Purposes Only Transaction' service applies to the underlying clients of approved financial intermediaries.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Korean President Orders 'Fundamental Upgrade' of Capital Market Systems

    By Editors | 30/01/2026

    The review will cover the entire capital market system, including listing and governance rules, dual listings, and holding company requirements.

    Fintech / Regtech

    AMRO Chief Urges Policy Action to Address AI, Tokenization Risks

    By Manesh Samtani | 30/01/2026

    The head of the ASEAN+3 research office calls for sustained policy attention to manage risks from faster, AI-driven finance.

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