Securities / Derivatives

Securities / Derivatives

Thailand, Laos Sign MOU on Stock Market Integration

By Mark Johnston | 06/04/2026

The agreement aims to strengthen cross-border connectivity, explore dual listings, and enhance regulatory cooperation between the two Southeast Asian markets.

Securities / Derivatives

Tokyo Bourse Mandates Listing Objective Disclosures for PRO Market

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 06/04/2026

The new requirement aims to enhance the functionality of the market for professional investors and clarify company growth strategies.

Securities / Derivatives

New SFC Rules Prompt CITIC Securities to Withdraw as IPO Sponsor

By Editors | 06/04/2026

CITIC Securities has withdrawn as an IPO sponsor for Top Toy International Group to comply with a new cap imposed by Hong Kong's SFC.

Securities / Derivatives

SEBI Proposes Reinstating Open Market Share Buybacks

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 06/04/2026

The proposal follows key tax reforms and aims to provide companies with a flexible tool to support share prices amid market volatility.

Securities / Derivatives

Korea Simplifies Foreign Investor Onboarding With New LEI System

By Mark Johnston | 06/04/2026

The Korea Securities Depository has launched a real-time certificate service, replacing cumbersome translation and notarisation requirements for account opening.

Securities / Derivatives

UN SSE, IFC Launch Guidance for Board Oversight of ISSB Reporting

By Manesh Samtani | 06/04/2026

New model guidance and training aim to help corporate boards navigate the complexities of sustainability-related financial disclosures.

ESG / Sustainability

SGX RegCo Warns Issuers Against Delaying AGMs and Annual Reports

By Editors | 06/04/2026

SGX RegCo has noted an adverse trend in listed companies seeking extensions and has warned of enforcement action, including placing directors on a watchlist.

Securities / Derivatives

Korea Enacts Tax Breaks to Lure Retail Funds Onshore

By Mark Johnston | 03/04/2026

A revised tax law creates a new investment account and offers tiered capital gains tax exemptions to stabilise the Korean won.

Securities / Derivatives

Shanghai Exchanges Seek New Market Makers for Commodity Derivatives

By Mark Johnston | 03/04/2026

The move aims to improve market function and liquidity across a wide range of futures and options, with a deadline of 7 April for applications.