Markets & Infrastructure

    Structural Regulation

    MAS Amends Adviser Rules for Global Listing Board

    By Nithya Subramanian | 29/06/2026

    MAS has updated its business conduct notice for corporate finance advisers, introducing specific due diligence provisions for a new category of internationally-listed products.

    Trading & Investment

    RBI Proposes Consolidated Rulebook for G-Sec Trading

    By Nithya Subramanian | 29/06/2026

    The RBI has released draft directions to streamline government securities trading, consolidate decades of rules, and expand market access.

    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.

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