Markets & Infrastructure

Structural Regulation

Malaysia Approves 6 P2P Platforms

By Samuel Riding | 07/11/2016

Country is the first in ASEAN to regulate sector; to introduce digital investment advice rules in 2017

Structural Regulation

Vietnam Targets 70% Banking Coverage

By Samuel Riding | 07/11/2016

Banking sector charged with expanding network, improving quality and easing access.

Structural Regulation

China Mulls Access for Wall Street Banks

By Samuel Riding | 06/11/2016

Penetrating the market seen as a tough ask given local banks’ strong relationships.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

Top AMCs Subscribe to Singapore Stewardship Principles

By Samuel Riding | 03/11/2016

BlackRock, JP Morgan and Temasek sign up to voluntary initiative to promote good practice.

Market Abuse

Former UOB Rep Banned Over $6.48mn Trading Loss

By Samuel Riding | 03/11/2016

Former representative said to have breached Code of Conduct; banned for 10 years.

Clearing & Post-Trade

JGB T+1 Project Enters Final Phase

By Samuel Riding | 03/11/2016

Bank of Japan says move due by 1Q2018 will help reduce settlement risks.

Supervision & Enforcement

Standard Chartered Involved in HK IPO Probe

By Samuel Riding | 02/11/2016

Bank warns of ‘financial consequences’ if regulator takes action.

Structural Regulation

SEBI Unveils Stricter Rating Agency Rules

By Samuel Riding | 02/11/2016

Agencies have 60 days to comply with new rules on non-public and publicly issued stocks.

Structural Regulation

HKMA Revamps OTC Reporting Interface

By Samuel Riding | 01/11/2016

Changes include modified data fields, description, and enumerated values for mandatory reporting.