Markets & Infrastructure

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

IFC Rejects Ombudsman Findings on Cambodia Microfinance Harm

By Manesh Samtani | 29/06/2026

The IFC has dismissed findings of policy breaches and borrower harm, triggering the resignation of the head of its watchdog.

Liquidity Risk

RBI Proposes Opening Term Money Market to NBFCs, Corporates

By Nithya Subramanian | 29/06/2026

The central has released draft directions aimed at deepening liquidity by expanding participation in the term money market.

Trading & Investment

Major Chinese Banks Halt Retail Gold Trading Due to Extreme Volatility

By Editors | 29/06/2026

Several major lenders, including ICBC, are ending services for retail clients trading precious metals, citing increased market volatility and risk management concerns.

Market Risk

RBI Finalises Rules to Expand India’s Credit Derivatives Market

By Nithya Subramanian | 29/06/2026

New directions introduce total return swaps and credit index derivatives, aiming to deepen the corporate bond market and expand risk management tools.

Trading & Investment

GFEX Considers Introducing China’s First Cobalt Futures Contract

By Editors | 29/06/2026

The move would provide a new risk management tool for a strategic metal facing significant price volatility from supply and geopolitical risks.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

Philippines Mandates Stronger Authentication for High-Risk Transactions

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 29/06/2026

Financial institutions must replace SMS and email one-time passwords with stronger methods for high-risk transactions starting 25 June.

Structural Regulation

China Drafts Law to Bolster CCP Control Over Lawyers

By Editors | 29/06/2026

Proposed amendments mandate party leadership in law firms and formalise a scheme for Hong Kong and Macau lawyers to practise in the GBA.

Market Data & Technology

Tokyo Stock Exchange to Double Trading Capacity to Ensure Stability

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 29/06/2026

The exchange is undertaking its largest-ever system upgrade to enhance reliability and prevent disruptions following a surge in trading volumes.

Payments & Settlements

Singapore Charts Path for 'PayNow Gen 2' Payments Overhaul

By Nithya Subramanian | 29/06/2026

MAS and ABS have announced QR code interoperability, streamlined online checkouts, and new business capabilities to future-proof the nation’s instant payments infrastructure.