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Crypto / Digital Assets
SFC Plans to Allow Retail Access to ‘Highly Liquid’ Crypto Assets
By Manesh Samtani | 12/01/2023
A consultation on retail trading will begin sometime in Q1. The SFC plans to start accepting applications for VASP licences in mid 2024.
Market Infrastructure
SEBI to Allow Futures Contracts on Corporate Bond Indices
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 12/01/2023
Stock exchanges will be allowed to launch futures contracts on indices of corporate debt securities rated AA+ and above.
Market Infrastructure
SET, TFEX Make Rule Changes to Support New Trading System
By Editors | 11/01/2023
The new trading system, developed in partnership with Nasdaq, will boost order execution efficiency and increase capacity for large volume trading.
Securities / Derivatives
SEBI Allows Indian Fund Managers to Serve GIFT City FPIs
By Editors | 11/01/2023
FPIs will be allowed to invest in mutual fund schemes except those categorised as “thematic”, purportedly to prevent higher volatility for entire sectors.
ESG / Sustainability
Thailand Exempts New SRI Funds from Establishment Fees
By Editors | 11/01/2023
The fee exemptions are intended to support fund managers companies in giving more weight to sustainability-driven securities investment.
ESG / Sustainability
SGX RegCo Finalises Rules on Independent Director Tenure
By Editors | 11/01/2023
Listing rule changes introduce a nine-year tenure limit for independent directors and requirements for enhanced remuneration disclosures in annual reports.
Market Infrastructure
Malaysia SC Revises Guidelines for Credit Rating Agencies
By Editors | 11/01/2023
The revised guidelines introduce higher standards on governance, internal controls and integrity in rating processes and assessments.
Securities / Derivatives
CSRC to Prevent IPOs from Firms in Non-Strategic Sectors
By Editors | 11/01/2023
The move is aimed at channelling resources into sectors that align with the national agenda, such as information technology and advanced manufacturing.
ESG / Sustainability
ICMA, CCDC Take Stock of ESG Practices in China
By Manesh Samtani | 10/01/2023
White paper calls for more consistent ESG-related standards, a uniform disclosure template for companies, and measures to boost foreign participation.
Securities / Derivatives
SEBI Proposes to Standardise Approach to AIF Portfolio Valuation
By Editors | 10/01/2023
SEBI proposes that PE funds, angel funds, and VC funds in India adopt the internationally recognised IPEV guidelines for portfolio valuation.
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