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HK’s Market Sounding Rules Could Impact Decision-making Dynamics
By Nithya Subramanian | 13/12/2023
Market participants have sought clarity on the definition of non-public information and jurisdiction from Hong Kong’s SFC.

AML / KYC
CSRC Proposes Tougher Rules for Private Investment Funds
By Editors | 12/12/2023
Qualified investors in PE and VC funds would have to invest at least CNY 3 million, three times the current threshold.

Fintech / Regtech
Thailand SEC Unveils 2024-2026 Strategic Plan
By Editors | 12/12/2023
The plan seeks to boost trust in the capital market, promote the sustainable finance and digital asset ecosystems, and enhance supervisory and enforcement processes.

Securities / Derivatives
NZX Confirms Effective Date of Listing Rule Changes
By Editors | 12/12/2023
NZX will permit accelerated non-renounceable entitlement offers, known as ANREOs, if doing so is in the best interests of the issuer, and subject to additional safeguards.

ESG / Sustainability
Shenzhen, Saudi Exchanges to Cooperate on Capital Markets
By Editors | 12/12/2023
The exchanges will cooperate in areas including ESG, fintech, cross-listings, as well as index, fund and REIT products.

Securities / Derivatives
Bursa Malaysia Launches First Currency Futures Contract
By Editors | 12/12/2023
The new Mini USD/CNH Futures contract was launched through a licensing agreement established with HKEX.

Securities / Derivatives
SEBI Considers ‘Fast Track’ for Debt Securities Issuance
By Ajoy K Das | 11/12/2023
This will facilitate frequent issuers with a consistent track record to make public issues of debt securities with reduced time, cost and effort.

Securities / Derivatives
SEBI Plans New Asset Class for Investors with High Risk Appetite
By Ajoy K Das | 11/12/2023
The proposed category is likely to have higher minimum investment and relaxed norms to generate high returns.

Securities / Derivatives
Thai SEC to Update Rules for Bond Issuance by Foreign Firms
By Editors | 10/12/2023
Foreign businesses will only be permitted to issue baht-denominated debt in Thailand if they are rated at least investment grade by an international credit rating agency.

Securities / Derivatives
CSRC Proposes New Rules, Lower Fees for Public Funds Sales
By Editors | 10/12/2023
The rule changes seek to reduce the commission rates charged on public funds and improve the processes managers use to select distributors.
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