Markets & Infrastructure

Alternative Markets

SEBI Eases Winding-Up Rules for Alternative Investment Funds

By Nithya Subramanian | 17/06/2026

The new framework allows funds to retain proceeds beyond their life and introduces an ‘inoperative’ status to manage outstanding liabilities.

Trading & Investment

Korea Expands Probe into Mirae Asset Over SpaceX IPO Allocation Failure

By Mark Johnston | 17/06/2026

The FSS is investigating Mirae Asset Securities over risk disclosures after the firm failed to secure any shares in the SpaceX IPO.

Structural Regulation

RBI Overhauls Rules for Third-Party Product Distribution

By Nithya Subramanian | 17/06/2026

New directions clarify the distinction between agency and referral services, tying them to recently finalised responsible conduct and consumer protection standards.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

Australia to Ease Reporting Burden Under Financial Accountability Regime

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 17/06/2026

APRA and ASIC have proposed changes to the financial accountability regime to reduce administrative workloads for financial institutions without lowering accountability standards.

Structural Regulation

APRA Proposes Major Overhaul of Financial Sector Governance

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 17/06/2026

The regulator has released a draft prudential standard to harmonise rules, clarify board accountability, and address emerging risks across all regulated industries.

Trading & Investment

HKEX and Kazakhstan’s AIFC in Talks on Dual Listings of Mining Stocks

By Editors | 17/06/2026

Following a high-level visit, Hong Kong and Astana's financial hub are in discussions with mining firms about dual-listing opportunities.

Clearing & Post-Trade

Chinese Consortium to Deepen Pakistan Capital Market Role

By Editors | 17/06/2026

Regulatory approvals from Pakistan's SECP have paved the way for the consortium to increase its investment in market infrastructure and introduce new products.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

RBI Finalises Rules to Curb Mis-selling, Dark Patterns

By Nithya Subramanian | 17/06/2026

The new directions, effective January 2027, introduce strict norms on customer consent, agent conduct, and deceptive online practices for all regulated entities.

Supervision & Enforcement

Hong Kong Insurance Regulator Vows Crackdown on Rule-Breakers

By Editors | 17/06/2026

The IA is preparing penalties for firms circumventing rules on commissions and sales practices, its chief executive says.