Markets & Infrastructure

Structural Regulation

India's Audit Regulators to Create New Coordination Framework

By Nithya Subramanian | 18/03/2026

The move follows public friction and aims to improve audit quality, clarify enforcement roles, and streamline information sharing between the bodies.

Structural Regulation

IOSCO Updates Guidance on Non-GAAP Financial Measures

By Editors | 18/03/2026

IOSCO issued new recommendations for issuers on the use of alternative performance measures outside of financial statements.

Structural Regulation

Australia Releases Draft Rules for New AUD 3m Super Tax

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 18/03/2026

The regulations detail earnings calculations, defined benefit valuation methods, and transitional capital gains relief for funds ahead of the tax's commencement.

Trading & Investment

India’s NSE Launches New Gold Futures to Boost Retail Trading

By Nithya Subramanian | 18/03/2026

The new 10-gram gold futures contract is aimed at attracting small traders to the futures markets, which have been dominated by larger institutional players.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

China Mandates 'All-In' Cost Disclosure to Combat Predatory Personal Loans

By Mark Johnston | 17/03/2026

New rules from the NFRA and PBOC will force lenders to reveal the total annualised cost of loans, ending hidden fees.

Credit Risk

Bangladesh Bank Revamps Credit Card Rules, Doubles Loan Limits

By Editors | 17/03/2026

New guidelines introduce higher credit limits and stricter rules on risk management, consumer protection, and security to support a cashless economy.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

Australia Proposes Overhaul of Financial Adviser Education Standards

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 17/03/2026

The new framework would replace the requirement for a specific approved degree with a more flexible, subject-based model.

Structural Regulation

India’s IFSCA Proposes Rule Changes for Credit Rating Agencies

By Nithya Subramanian | 17/03/2026

The new consultation paper outlines stricter withdrawal protocols, enhanced record-keeping mandates, and transparency requirements for private and unsolicited ratings within GIFT City.

Reporting & Disclosures

China Overhauls Fund Disclosure Rules to Emphasise Long-Term Value

By Mark Johnston | 17/03/2026

New CSRC guidelines mandate the disclosure of investor profitability ratios and stock turnover rates to tackle short-termism.