Markets & Infrastructure

Alternative Markets

Thailand's CMDF to Launch THB 1 Billion Private Equity Trust

By Editors | 26/05/2026

The fund will support growth-stage companies in key "new economy" sectors, building a pipeline for future IPOs and bolstering Thailand's capital market.

Trading & Investment

Korea Launches Public Growth Fund with First-Loss Protection

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 26/05/2026

Seoul is channelling public savings into high-tech industries via a new KRW 600 billion fund that offers government loss absorption and tax incentives to retail investors.

Payments & Settlements

Indonesia Expands Payment Links as Non-Dollar Trade Surges

By Editors | 26/05/2026

BI plans to connect its QRIS payment system to India, Hong Kong and Timor Leste, as local currency trade settlement volumes soar.

Cybersecurity

Cambodian Banks Pledge to Boost Cyber Defences Amid New Rules

By Mark Johnston | 26/05/2026

Industry leaders have committed to strengthening cyber defences in response to new, comprehensive technology and cyber risk guidelines issued by the central bank.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

Korea FSS Warns Asset Managers on Accountability, ETF Risks

By Mark Johnston | 26/05/2026

FSS shares pilot inspection failures and targets a July deadline for over 1,000 firms to submit accountability frameworks, known as 'duty maps'.

Trading & Investment

Korea to Open Domestic ETF Market to Foreign Retail Investors

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 26/05/2026

Regulators will expand the scope of foreign omnibus accounts to include exchange-traded funds, part of a wider push to globalise the country's capital markets.

Reporting & Disclosures

Australia Faces Warnings Over Plan to Ease Corporate Reporting Rules

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 26/05/2026

The government’s budget plan to double financial reporting thresholds for mid-sized firms has drawn sharp criticism from accountants, who warn of unacceptable economic risks and a lack of consultation.

Trading & Investment

SEBI's Revised Formula Reveals Surge in India's Household Savings

By Nithya Subramanian | 26/05/2026

A new data-driven methodology shows household savings in securities are significantly higher than previously estimated, driven largely by mutual funds.

Trading & Investment

Zhengzhou Exchange Opens Full Polyester Chain to Global Traders

By Mark Johnston | 26/05/2026

The move gives overseas firms direct access to seven key contracts, boosting China’s influence on global polyester pricing and risk management.