Securities / Derivatives

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    Enforcement

    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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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