Securities / Derivatives

    Securities / Derivatives

    ASIFMA Urges Caution on APAC T+1 Shift, Citing Major Hurdles

    By Manesh Samtani | 09/12/2025

    A new industry paper highlights significant FX, operational and regulatory hurdles, calling for collaboration before any move to a shorter settlement cycle.

    Securities / Derivatives

    RBI Unveils New Rupee Interest Rate Derivatives Framework

    By Nithya Subramanian | 09/12/2025

    RBI issues a unified rulebook allowing broader resident and non-resident participation to deepen market liquidity and internationalise the rupee.

    Market Infrastructure

    EME Derivatives Growth Hindered by Structural Barriers, BIS Survey Finds

    By Manesh Samtani | 09/12/2025

    Turnover in emerging market derivatives has grown, but offshore clearing and a lack of local exchange-traded markets remain key challenges.

    Securities / Derivatives

    China Proposes Sweeping Overhaul of Listed Company Regulation

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 09/12/2025

    The draft rules aim to tighten corporate governance, combat financial fraud, and enhance investor protection for the country's listed firms.

    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

    SEBI Mulls Tighter Derivatives Trading Norms to Limit Retail Participation

    By Nithya Subramanian | 09/12/2025

    SEBI is examining whether to introduce investor suitability criteria for derivatives trading, including rules tied to a trader’s equity market exposure.

    ESG / Sustainability

    Malaysia Adopts 'Engage and Correct' Approach for New Sustainability Reporting Rules

    By Nithya Subramanian | 09/12/2025

    Regulators will prioritise guidance and corrective action for reporting gaps, but will enforce against serious or fraudulent disclosure breaches.

    Securities / Derivatives

    SEBI Proposes Consolidation of FPI Rules to Streamline Foreign Investment

    By Nithya Subramanian | 09/12/2025

    The consultation proposes consolidated rules for FPIs and Designated Depository Participants to simplify compliance and improve regulatory clarity.

    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.

    Enforcement

    SEBI Bans Finfluencer for Providing Advisory Services without Registration

    By Nithya Subramanian | 09/12/2025

    SEBI’s interim order alleges that a so-called trading academy operated by a finfluencer offered unregistered trading advice to thousands of retail investors.

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