Markets & Infrastructure

Structural Regulation

Vietnam Proposes Major Overhaul of E-Trading Rules for Securities

By Editors | 25/05/2026

The draft circular introduces new rules for eKYC, API connectivity, and foreign investor access, aiming to modernise the country's legal framework.

Reporting & Disclosures

Indian Regulators Strengthen Corporate Governance, ESG Standards

By Editors | 25/05/2026

India’s securities and corporate affairs bodies have signed an MOU to enhance capacity building, policy, and research on ESG and capital markets.

Trading & Investment

Taiwan to Introduce Dynamic Price Limits for Foreign ETF Derivatives

By Mark Johnston | 25/05/2026

The new rules, effective from 6 July, will introduce a three-stage price limit and cooling-off periods to curb volatility and enhance market stability.

Trading & Investment

NCDEX to Launch India's First SEBI-Approved Weather Derivatives

By Nithya Subramanian | 25/05/2026

India’s national commodity exchange is launching the country’s first exchange-traded weather derivatives, creating a new regulated asset class for hedging monsoon risk.

Cryptocurrency

Korea: Opposition to Crypto Tax Plan Forces Parliamentary Review

By Manesh Samtani | 25/05/2026

Public and academic opposition has forced a formal review of the planned 22 percent tax on virtual asset gains.

Structural Regulation

SEBI Proposes Overhaul of Price Discovery Rules for IPOs, Re-listed Stocks

By Nithya Subramanian | 25/05/2026

The regulator is seeking to curb artificial price suppression and excessive volatility by reforming the pre-open call auction mechanism for newly traded stocks.

Market Abuse

US SEC Approves Tougher Nasdaq Listing Rules for China-Based Firms

By Manesh Samtani | 25/05/2026

New rules establish a USD 25 million minimum offering size and restrict direct listings, citing heightened risks of market manipulation and fraud.

Clearing & Post-Trade

Korea Brokers Urge Caution on T+1 and Dual Listing Rules

By Mark Johnston | 25/05/2026

Brokerage chief executives have asked KRX for a gradual approach to major market reforms, citing heavy operational burdens and the need for flexibility.

Structural Regulation

Philippines SEC Finalises Term Limit Rules for PSE Directors

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 25/05/2026

The SEC has finalised a governance overhaul for the PSE, imposing tenure caps and board diversity requirements to align with international standards.