SECURITIES / DERIVATIVES

Securities / Derivatives

Korea to Mandate Governance Reports for All KOSPI Firms from 2026

By Manesh Samtani | 10/07/2025

The move expands a 'comply or explain' disclosure requirement from large-cap firms to all companies listed on the main board, aiming to boost transparency.

Securities / Derivatives

ASX Faces Investor Split Over Dual-Class Share Proposal

By Thisanka Siripala | 10/07/2025

Australia’s largest investors express mixed views as ASX seeks reforms to attract listings and compete with global markets.

Securities / Derivatives

RBI Consults on Novation Framework for OTC Derivatives

By Nithya Subramanian | 10/07/2025

The new framework aims to standardise practices, strengthen risk management, and enhance transparency in the OTC derivatives market.

Securities / Derivatives

Korea Proposes Dividend Tax Overhaul to Boost Payouts

By Editors | 10/07/2025

The proposed reform would offer a lower, separate tax rate for dividends from companies with high payout ratios, aiming to tackle the "Korea discount".

ESG / Sustainability

Japan Retail Investors Cite Lack of Know-How as Key ESG Barrier

By Thisanka Siripala | 10/07/2025

A government-backed report points to need for better information, education and standardisation in ESG investing.

Securities / Derivatives

FSB Finalises Toolkit to Curb Non-Bank Leverage Risks

By Manesh Samtani | 10/07/2025

The FSB has issued new recommendations for authorities to monitor and control leverage in the growing non-bank sector.

Enforcement

Korea to Launch AI-Powered ‘One-Strike-Out’ System for Unfair Trading

By Manesh Samtani | 10/07/2025

A new joint task force will use individual-based surveillance and AI to freeze accounts, impose heavy fines, and ban manipulators from the market.

AML / KYC

Japan FSA Publishes H1 Data on Online Brokerage Fraud

By Editors | 09/07/2025

Data from the FSA reveals that the unauthorised stock sales peaked in May, but the trend reversed sharply in June following widespread warnings.

Securities / Derivatives

Dalian Exchange Launches Benzene Futures and Options

By Editors | 09/07/2025

The new derivatives aim to provide risk management tools for the world's largest aromatics producer and enhance China's pricing influence.