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India’s Fraud Office Summons Auditors in IndusInd Probe
By Nithya Subramanian | 23/04/2026
The investigation into alleged INR 20 billion accounting irregularities now includes major auditors associated with the bank over the past decade.

Securities / Derivatives
Australia, UK Deepen Investment Ties as Super Funds Hunt for European Assets
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 22/04/2026
The new pact comes as a delegation of Australia’s largest pension funds tours France and the UK seeking private market deals.

Securities / Derivatives
HKEX Lists Largest Physical Gold ETF Amid Regulatory Push
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 22/04/2026
The launch of Hong Kong's largest physical gold ETF aligns with the city's strategy to become a regional bullion hub, supported by regulators.

Securities / Derivatives
Private Credit Industry Debates Changes Amid Investor, Regulator Scrutiny
By Nithya Subramanian | 22/04/2026
Firms are considering longer lock-ups and flexible redemption caps as regulators across Asia Pacific seek greater disclosure.

Securities / Derivatives
PSE Proposes to Ease Preferred Share Listing Rules
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 22/04/2026
The PSE has launched a consultation on proposed rule changes designed to lower the barrier for companies, including SMEs, seeking to list via preferred shares.

Securities / Derivatives
HKEX Plans Zero-Day Options Launch for Early 2027
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 22/04/2026
HKEX is reportedly working to introduce same-day expiry options on the Hang Seng Index, following a global trend.
Securities / Derivatives
Bursa Malaysia Launches National Programme to Boost Investor Literacy
By Nithya Subramanian | 22/04/2026
The initiative aims to train 550 individuals to encourage more informed and responsible retail participation in the capital market.

Securities / Derivatives
Japan Launches Trial to Tokenise Government Bonds for Collateral
By Manesh Samtani | 22/04/2026
A consortium including Mizuho, Nomura and JSCC will test the use of tokenised collateral on the Canton Network.

ESG / Sustainability
Korea FSS Forms Task Force to Enforce Stricter Delisting Rules
By Mark Johnston | 22/04/2026
The FSS has launched a multi-departmental unit to enforce stricter delisting rules and crack down on illegal market activities.

Securities / Derivatives
India’s IFSCA Grants First GIFT City Registration to Family Office
By Nithya Subramanian | 22/04/2026
The approval for Poornam Asset Management comes after a multi-year delay that stalled applications from prominent Indian family offices.
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