Securities / Derivatives

Securities / Derivatives

CSRC Finalises Changes to Classification Framework for Securities Firms

By Mark Johnston | 25/08/2025

Revised framework adds 'functional performance' to ratings, expands bonus points for smaller firms, and toughens penalties for major violations.

Securities / Derivatives

SEBI Proposes Overhaul of Stock Closing Price Mechanism

By Editors | 25/08/2025

SEBI proposes to introduce a new Closing Auction Session, aiming to align with global practices and boost market efficiency.

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China Launches Cross-Border Asset Management Pilot in Hainan

By Manesh Samtani | 25/08/2025

China has officially launched its new cross-border asset management pilot programme in Hainan, allowing overseas investors access to onshore financial products.

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Major Taiwan Pension Fund Steers External Managers Away from HK Firms

By Mark Johnston | 24/08/2025

Taiwan's Bureau of Labor Funds has reportedly directed its third-party asset managers to avoid using Hong Kong firms for investment mandates.

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SEBI Proposes Incentives for Women and First-Time Fund Investors

By Nithya Subramanian | 24/08/2025

SEBI's Chairman has urged the mutual fund industry to increase ways to attract female and first-time investors into mutual funds.

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SEBI Proposes Changes to Framework for Block Deals

By Editors | 23/08/2025

SEBI proposes to more than double the minimum block deal size to INR 250,000 and to widen the price band for large trades.

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ASX Overhauls CDI Framework with New Rules and Fees

By Editors | 22/08/2025

ASX is updating settlement rules and introducing fees for its nominee service, creating a commercial framework for CHESS Depositary Interests.

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China Signals Further Opening of Futures Market, Eyes LNG Contracts

By Mark Johnston | 22/08/2025

Regulators announce plans to list new products, including liquefied natural gas, and expand foreign investor access to boost pricing power.

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SEBI Chairman Flags New Planned Curbs on Equity Derivatives

By Editors | 22/08/2025

SEBI is considering extending contract tenors and new intraday position limits to curb excessive speculation to protect retail investors from trading losses.