Markets & Infrastructure

Structural Regulation

Singapore Finalises Rules for SGX-Nasdaq Dual Listing Board

By Nithya Subramanian | 01/05/2026

MAS and SGX have confirmed a raft of rule changes to align with US standards, paving the way for the new board's launch in mid-2026.

Credit Risk

China Intensifies Pressure on Credit Rating Agencies Over Inflated Ratings

By Editors | 01/05/2026

Regulators have held a series of meetings with domestic and foreign rating agencies to address rating quality issues in the country's bond market.

Data Privacy

Japan’s FSA Orders MetLife to Report on Data Breach Scandal

By Editors | 01/05/2026

The regulator has demanded a full report from MetLife Japan after its seconded employees improperly took customer data from several partner banks.

Tokenisation

AFME Outlines DLT Vision with Implications for Global Rule-Making

By Manesh Samtani | 01/05/2026

New paper from the Association for Financial Markets in Europe details a vision for DLT-based capital markets, offering insights for global policymakers.

Structural Regulation

Hong Kong Gazettes Commencement Notice for Paperless Securities Regime

By Editors | 01/05/2026

The commencement notice formalises 16 November 2026 as the launch date for Hong Kong's uncertificated securities market.

Credit Risk

South Korea Expands Scrutiny of Private Credit Exposures at FIs

By Nithya Subramanian | 01/05/2026

The FSS is reportedly widening its review of overseas private credit investments to include all financial sectors amid global concerns over the asset class.

Structural Regulation

ASX Appoints Interim CEO as Part of Closely-Watched Leadership Transition

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 01/05/2026

ASX named its markets and listings head as interim chief while the board continues its global search for a permanent replacement for Helen Lofthouse.

Trading & Investment

Pakistan Regulator Unveils Roadmap to Revive ETF Market

By Nithya Subramanian | 01/05/2026

The SECP has approved new rules allowing asset managers to sell ETFs directly and permitting brokers to launch their own products.

Structural Regulation

China Targets Firms Using Financial Labels Without a Licence

By Editors | 01/05/2026

Regulators have begun publicly naming companies using restricted financial terms, ordering them to amend registrations or deregister as part of a broader crackdown.