Markets & Infrastructure

Clearing & Post-Trade

India’s CCIL Seeks to Revise Default Fund Liability Rules

By Nithya Subramanian | 09/01/2026

CCIL has proposed capping clearing members’ default fund replenishment obligations at five times contributions over a rolling 30-day period.

Trading & Investment

South Korea's Value-up Programme Drives Record Share Buybacks

By Editors | 09/01/2026

Korea Exchange plans to revise guidelines in Q1 to incorporate new fiduciary duties for shareholders amid record corporate returns.

Structural Regulation

China Restricts Dual-Use Exports to Japan for Military-Related Uses

By Mark Johnston | 08/01/2026

Beijing has banned the export of dual-use items to Japanese military users or for any purpose that enhances military strength.

Structural Regulation

Bursa Malaysia to Absorb Derivatives Levy Under New SC Fee Structure

By Nithya Subramanian | 08/01/2026

The exchange will pay a MYR 28 million fixed annual fee and absorb a new derivatives levy under a capped, multi-year agreement.

Payments & Settlements

Taiwan Boosts Forex Transparency with Quarterly Reports as Reserves Rebound

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 08/01/2026

The central bank will align with global standards after a US agreement, as December forex reserves climb back above US$600bn despite capital outflows.

Trading & Investment

JPMorgan, DBS Secure China Interbank Bond Underwriting Licence

By Mark Johnston | 08/01/2026

The US bank is one of two foreign lenders granted a general lead underwriting licence for corporate bonds in China.

Structural Regulation

Cambodia Boosts Audit Quality, Trust Sector Governance with New Rules

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 08/01/2026

Six new proclamations target audit quality, financial reporting, and establish a dispute resolution mechanism for the fast-growing trust sector.

Structural Regulation

Taiwan Eases Rules for Asset Managers to Boost Hub Ambitions

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 08/01/2026

The FSC has relaxed the ‘primary position’ rule and offers incentives to foreign firms setting up regional centres to attract talent.

Tokenisation

KRX, Nextrade Tipped to Win New STO Licences in Korea

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 08/01/2026

The FSC's sub-committee has reportedly selected the two groups to run the new OTC exchanges, but the regulator says a final decision is still pending.