Markets & Infrastructure

Supervision & Enforcement

Korea Probes Shinhan and Kiwoom Over Bond Mis-selling

By Editors | 08/07/2026

The regulator has launched on-site inspections into two brokerages following the default of broadcaster JTBC and complaints from retail investors.

Supervision & Enforcement

Korea FSS Recommends Heavy Sanctions for PE Firm MBK Partners

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 07/07/2026

The private equity firm faces a potential business suspension over its management of the distressed retailer Homeplus, which harmed investors.

Trading & Investment

Bangladesh Passes Major Tax Reforms to Boost Capital Market

By Editors | 07/07/2026

The government has cut dividend taxes, removed a key mutual fund investment limit, and created a new tiered system of corporate tax incentives to encourage public listings.

Trading & Investment

Hong Kong Officials Detail Next Steps for FIC Hub Ambition

By Manesh Samtani | 07/07/2026

Officials discussed new platforms, expanded quotas, and enhanced risk management tools to implement the city's fixed income and currency roadmap.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

Philippines to Rate FIs on Consumer Protection Under New Framework

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 07/07/2026

The BSP will assess firms based on their potential for consumer harm under a new risk-based model.

Payments & Settlements

Thailand Drives Regional QR Payment Integration for Tourism

By Editors | 07/07/2026

Authorities and FIs are promoting a cross-border QR payment system, allowing tourists from nine Asian markets to pay seamlessly.

Payments & Settlements

HKEX and CIPS to Bolster Hong Kong's Offshore RMB Infrastructure

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 07/07/2026

Agreement will see HKEX’s clearing subsidiary apply for direct CIPS participation to enhance cross-border RMB settlement efficiency.

Clearing & Post-Trade

PBOC Unveils Measures to Boost Hong Kong's RMB Hub Status

By Manesh Samtani | 07/07/2026

The PBOC has announced expanded quotas, new platforms, and enhanced risk management tools to deepen financial connectivity with Hong Kong.

Payments & Settlements

Australia Tables Bill to Regulate Wholesale Cash Distribution

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 07/07/2026

The government has introduced new legislation to regulate the country's wholesale cash system, granting significant oversight and crisis management powers to financial regulators.