Securities / Derivatives

Securities / Derivatives

Korea to Review Asset Manager Proxy Voting and Disclosure

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 16/04/2026

The FSS will examine the proxy voting records of around 500 firms to bolster market transparency and fiduciary duties.

Securities / Derivatives

OJK Indonesia Launches Roadmaps for Derivatives and Sustainable Finance

By Nithya Subramanian | 16/04/2026

OJK has released two five-year plans to deepen market infrastructure, enhance investor protection, and boost ESG-linked financing.

Securities / Derivatives

Taiwan to Hold Off on Using Stabilisation Fund to Intervene in Stock Market

By Mark Johnston | 16/04/2026

The TWD 500 billion fund says it has no immediate plans to re-enter the market, citing strong economic fundamentals after booking significant profits.

ESG / Sustainability

Global Investors Press Philippines on Sustainable Bond Disclosures

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 16/04/2026

Concerns over a corruption scandal prompt international asset managers to demand stricter reporting on the use of proceeds from sustainability-linked debt.

ESG / Sustainability

China Launches Eight-Point Plan to Tackle Corporate Fraud

By Mark Johnston | 16/04/2026

The CSRC has launched a special campaign focusing on eight key areas, including mandatory pay clawbacks for executives at firms engaged in financial fraud.

Securities / Derivatives

Korea Exchange Explores Move to T+1 Stock Settlement

By Nithya Subramanian | 16/04/2026

A joint team from KRX, KSD and KOFIA will visit New York and London to study the implementation and risk mitigation strategies of a shorter settlement cycle.

Securities / Derivatives

CFFEX Overhauls Trading Rules, Establishes Clearing Rules

By Manesh Samtani | 16/04/2026

The new framework separates trading and clearing rules and introduces new requirements for programme trading, suitability, and risk management.

Securities / Derivatives

HKEX CEO Outlines Vision for Deeper Asian Capital Market Connectivity

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 15/04/2026

In a new blog post, Bonnie Y Chan details a strategy focused on cross-market indices, ETF innovation, and dual-listing pathways to boost regional integration.

Enforcement

Evergrande Founder Pleads Guilty to Fraud and Bribery Charges

By Mark Johnston | 15/04/2026

Hui Ka Yan has admitted to a range of financial crimes in a Shenzhen court, marking a pivotal moment in the developer's collapse.