Markets & Infrastructure

Structural Regulation

Korean Lawmakers Propose Mandatory Public Tender Offer System

By Mark Johnston | 15/12/2025

The opposition Democratic Party of Korea proposes that the system could offer an alternative tool to defend against hostile mergers and acquisitions.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

India’s Finance Ministry Overhauls Bank Recruitment Framework

By Nithya Subramanian | 15/12/2025

Streamlining public sector bank recruitment and result timelines is expected to improve transparency, reduce attrition and speed up hiring cycles.

Trading & Investment

South Korea Considers Share‑Based Inheritance Tax to Curb Volatility

By Mark Johnston | 15/12/2025

Government reviews a proposal to allow inheritance tax payments in blue-chip stocks, which could potentially seed the new sovereign wealth fund.

Payments & Settlements

RBI Overhauls Cash Credit and Transaction Account Rules

By Nithya Subramanian | 15/12/2025

RBI has eased rules on cash credit, current and overdraft accounts, giving banks and borrowers greater flexibility and operational clarity.

Trading & Investment

India’s PFRDA Widens Investment Options to Boost Pension Returns

By Nithya Subramanian | 15/12/2025

The PFRDA has widened NPS investment options, allowing gold, silver ETFs and alternatives while strengthening risk controls for non-government pension funds.

Credit Risk

Philippines SEC Imposes Tighter Interest Rate Caps on Small Consumer Loans

By Mark Johnston | 15/12/2025

The SEC has lowered interest ceilings and introduced total cost caps to protect vulnerable borrowers from predatory lending.

Custody & Infrastructure

Vietnam Forms New Board to Oversee Digital Asset Market

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 13/12/2025

The new body under the securities regulator is tasked with developing a legal framework and policies for the digital assets sector.

Payments & Settlements

BIS Bulletin Calls for Regulatory Action on Cross-Border Payments

By Manesh Samtani | 13/12/2025

The bulletin says inconsistent jurisdictional implementation is slowing progress, urging action on standards and non-bank access.

Emerging Prudential Risks

China to Guide Bank Lending, Deepen Capital Market Reform in 2026

By Editors | 13/12/2025

Beijing signals proactive fiscal and monetary policy while tasking financial institutions with supporting key sectors and managing property risks.