Securities / Derivatives

Securities / Derivatives

HKEX’s OTC Clear Details 2026 Risk and System Upgrades

By Manesh Samtani | 23/12/2025

The clearing house will introduce new margin estimation tools, an optional client margin buffer, and an enhanced HKD settlement workflow.

Market Infrastructure

Vietnam Formally Launches International Financial Centre Project

By Mark Johnston | 23/12/2025

The project will have hubs in Ho Chi Minh City and Da Nang, introducing new rules on capital flows, tax, and land.

AML / KYC

Cambodia Unveils New Financial Sector Strategy for 2025-2030

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 23/12/2025

New five-year plan details 866 measures to bolster resilience, with a focus on digitalisation, de-dollarisation, and sustainable finance.

Securities / Derivatives

Beijing Exchange Weighs Overhaul of IPO Subscription System

By Mark Johnston | 23/12/2025

BSE officials are assessing prerequisites for switching from cash-based subscriptions to market-capitalisation allocation to reduce capital freezes and speculation.

Securities / Derivatives

FSC Korea Outlines KOSDAQ Overhaul Plan to Lure Investors

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 23/12/2025

The FSC says the plan introduces easier listings for high-tech firms, stricter delisting rules, and powerful incentives to draw in pension funds.

Securities / Derivatives

India Amends Pension Rules to Ease Withdrawal and Annuity Norms

By Manesh Samtani | 23/12/2025

New regulations introduce tiered withdrawal limits, phased payout options, and greater flexibility for non-government pension subscribers.

Securities / Derivatives

FSS Korea Identifies Consumer Protection Deficiencies at Eight FIs

By Mark Johnston | 23/12/2025

The FSS found significant governance gaps across the sector, ordering improvement plans and management interviews for lagging institutions.

Securities / Derivatives

JPX to Revamp JGB Futures Rules to Attract Foreign Investors

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 22/12/2025

Osaka Exchange plans to overhaul its market-maker programme amid rising volatility and demand for long-end hedging tools.

Capital / Liquidity

Thailand Cuts Risk Charge for Insurers' Equity Investments - Report

By Mark Johnston | 22/12/2025

Thailand’s insurance regulator has lowered equity risk charges to spur investment and is preparing a national fund to manage rising climate-related liabilities.