Securities / Derivatives

    Market Infrastructure

    Hong Kong Officials Urge Asian Bourses to Unite for Global Capital

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 23/04/2026

    At a major regional summit, Hong Kong’s finance chief called for a shift from competition to collaboration to attract investment.

    Securities / Derivatives

    APAC ETF Growth Driven by Regulatory Tailwinds, Active Expansion - Report

    By Manesh Samtani | 23/04/2026

    New State Street report highlights how regulation, product innovation and investor education are shaping a diverse and rapidly expanding ETF landscape.

    Enforcement

    India’s Fraud Office Summons Auditors in IndusInd Probe

    By Nithya Subramanian | 23/04/2026

    The investigation into alleged INR 20 billion accounting irregularities now includes major auditors associated with the bank over the past decade.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Australia, UK Deepen Investment Ties as Super Funds Hunt for European Assets

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 22/04/2026

    The new pact comes as a delegation of Australia’s largest pension funds tours France and the UK seeking private market deals.

    Securities / Derivatives

    HKEX Lists Largest Physical Gold ETF Amid Regulatory Push

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 22/04/2026

    The launch of Hong Kong's largest physical gold ETF aligns with the city's strategy to become a regional bullion hub, supported by regulators.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Private Credit Industry Debates Changes Amid Investor, Regulator Scrutiny

    By Nithya Subramanian | 22/04/2026

    Firms are considering longer lock-ups and flexible redemption caps as regulators across Asia Pacific seek greater disclosure.

    Securities / Derivatives

    PSE Proposes to Ease Preferred Share Listing Rules

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 22/04/2026

    The PSE has launched a consultation on proposed rule changes designed to lower the barrier for companies, including SMEs, seeking to list via preferred shares.

    Securities / Derivatives

    HKEX Plans Zero-Day Options Launch for Early 2027

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 22/04/2026

    HKEX is reportedly working to introduce same-day expiry options on the Hang Seng Index, following a global trend.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Bursa Malaysia Launches National Programme to Boost Investor Literacy

    By Nithya Subramanian | 22/04/2026

    The initiative aims to train 550 individuals to encourage more informed and responsible retail participation in the capital market.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Japan Launches Trial to Tokenise Government Bonds for Collateral

    By Manesh Samtani | 22/04/2026

    A consortium including Mizuho, Nomura and JSCC will test the use of tokenised collateral on the Canton Network.

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