Markets & Infrastructure

Structural Regulation

New Zealand Court Rules Against ANZ in Disclosure Breach Case

By Editors | 06/05/2026

The bank faces a potential NZD 125 million liability after the High Court found it breached consumer finance laws, despite the errors being minor.

Structural Regulation

BSEC to Take Action Over Lack of Women on Boards

By Editors | 06/05/2026

The securities regulator has set a 30 June 2026 deadline for listed firms to appoint at least one female independent director, threatening legal action for non-compliance.

Structural Regulation

Malaysia to Cease Commercial Operations of SC's Training Arm

By Editors | 06/05/2026

The SIDC will halt commercial activities after a review found its model unsustainable, though mandatory training and certification are set to continue.

Structural Regulation

Philippines SEC Consults on New Structured Warrants Framework

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 06/05/2026

The proposal outlines rules for the issuance, registration and trading of structured warrants, covering issuer eligibility, risk management, and investor protection.

KYC & CDD

India Notifies Investment Rules for Funds with Minority China Links

By Nithya Subramanian | 06/05/2026

The government has amended its foreign investment rules, relaxing approval requirements for overseas entities with limited beneficial ownership from neighbouring countries, effective 1 May 2026.

Supervision & Enforcement

HKEX Replaces Auditor PwC With KPMG Amid Evergrande Fallout

By Editors | 06/05/2026

HKEX shareholders have approved the appointment of KPMG as auditor, a direct consequence of regulatory penalties against PwC for its work on China Evergrande.

Alternative Markets

FSB Scrutinises Retail Investor Risks in Private Credit

By Editors | 06/05/2026

The FSB is examining risks from the influx of retail investors into the private credit market amid concerns over redemptions and loan quality.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

New Zealand FMA Chair Quits After Report Finds Impartiality Breaches

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 06/05/2026

Craig Stobo has resigned after an independent review found his public commentary breached political neutrality rules, raising concerns about the regulator’s independence.

AI Risk & Governance

BOK Governor Puts AI, Digital Won at Centre of New Agenda

By Mark Johnston | 06/05/2026

The move is part of new governor Hyun Song Shin's broader push for a revamped financial stability framework, digital innovation, and structural reform.