Markets & Infrastructure

Structural Regulation

China Proposes Sweeping Overhaul of Listed Company Regulation

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 09/12/2025

The draft rules aim to tighten corporate governance, combat financial fraud, and enhance investor protection for the country's listed firms.

Clearing & Post-Trade

China Rapidly Aligning Derivatives Market with Global Standards: Experts

By Manesh Samtani | 09/12/2025

ISDA panel discusses rapid developments in China’s repo market, the adoption of margin rules for non-cleared derivatives, and opportunities for CGBs.

Trading & Investment

SEBI Mulls Tighter Derivatives Trading Norms to Limit Retail Participation

By Nithya Subramanian | 09/12/2025

SEBI is examining whether to introduce investor suitability criteria for derivatives trading, including rules tied to a trader’s equity market exposure.

Structural Regulation

SEBI Proposes Consolidation of FPI Rules to Streamline Foreign Investment

By Nithya Subramanian | 09/12/2025

The consultation proposes consolidated rules for FPIs and Designated Depository Participants to simplify compliance and improve regulatory clarity.

Liquidity Risk

Korea Moves to Stabilise Won with NPS Swap Extension, New FX Rules

By Manesh Samtani | 09/12/2025

Authorities will extend a USD 65 billion currency swap and begin monitoring exporters' forex activities to ease pressure on the won.

Clearing & Post-Trade

HKEX Aligns OTC Clear Margin Policy with New Reference Rate Model

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 09/12/2025

From January 2026, interest on cash collateral at the clearing house will be based on benchmark rates minus a handling fee.

Market Abuse

SEBI Bans Finfluencer for Providing Advisory Services without Registration

By Nithya Subramanian | 09/12/2025

SEBI’s interim order alleges that a so-called trading academy operated by a finfluencer offered unregistered trading advice to thousands of retail investors.

Structural Regulation

CSRC Chief Wu Qing Unveils Sweeping Capital Market Reform Agenda

By Mark Johnston | 08/12/2025

The plan prioritises support for tech innovation, attracting long-term capital, and expanding high-level institutional opening-up, says CSRC Chairman.

KYC & CDD

RBI Standardises Framework for Basic Bank Accounts Across Industry

By Nithya Subramanian | 08/12/2025

The central bank has unified BSBD account norms nationwide, expanding free services and updating digital and KYC requirements across every class of bank.