Securities / Derivatives

Securities / Derivatives

CFFEX Proposes New Settlement Rules, Tighter Trading Controls

By Mark Johnston | 12/01/2026

The exchange is creating a standalone settlement framework and new rules for programmatic trading to align with national derivatives law.

Securities / Derivatives

MAS, SGX Consult on Framework for New Global Listing Board

By Nithya Subramanian | 12/01/2026

Separate consultations by MAS and SGX RegCo outline legal changes and listing rules to support US–Singapore dual listings under a proposed Global Listing Board.

Securities / Derivatives

SEBI Proposes Overhaul of Trading Rules Governing Stock and Commodity Exchanges

By Nithya Subramanian | 12/01/2026

The rewrite of trading rules for stock and commodity exchanges are aimed at simplifying regulations, and introducing a more principle-based framework for liquidity, market making and margin trading.

Securities / Derivatives

NSE, Indian Gas Exchange Explore Launch of Natural Gas Futures Contract

By Nithya Subramanian | 12/01/2026

The two exchanges are exploring a partnership to launch India’s first domestic natural gas futures contract, aimed at improving price transparency and hedging options in the gas market.

Trending

Korea Unveils FX, Capital Market Reform Roadmap for MSCI Upgrade

By Manesh Samtani | 12/01/2026

Regulators detailed plans for 24-hour FX trading, easier investor access, and spot crypto ETFs under new "2026 Economic Growth Strategy".

Securities / Derivatives

Thailand Targets Gold, Crypto in Sweeping ‘Grey Money’ Crackdown

By Mark Johnston | 12/01/2026

New rules include trading limits, a centralised data bureau, and stricter reporting to combat money laundering and curb baht volatility.

Securities / Derivatives

Philippine SEC Expands REIT Rules to Include Infrastructure, New Structures

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 12/01/2026

New regulations broaden the scope of eligible assets, allow for SPV structures, and refine corporate governance rules.

Enforcement

Korean Prosecutors Seek to Arrest Chairman of of Private Equity Giant

By Mark Johnston | 12/01/2026

Prosecutors allege executives of MBK Partners knew of a credit downgrade before a bond issuance.

Enforcement

SEBI Sends BofA Show-cause Notice for Over Alleged Insider Trading

By Nithya Subramanian | 12/01/2026

SEBI has reportedly claimed BofA’s domestic securities team shared confidential information during a 2024 share sale.