Markets & Infrastructure

Clearing & Post-Trade

Firms Adopting ISDA Digital Reporting Standard See Cost, Accuracy Benefits

By Manesh Samtani | 13/11/2025

A new ISDA report shows firms using the DRR standard for APAC and global rules achieve up to 50% cost savings and near-perfect reporting accuracy.

Structural Regulation

China Eases Critical Mineral Export Curbs but Retains Licensing Powers

By Manesh Samtani | 13/11/2025

China suspended its bans on materials for US and EU firms but kept its dual-use export control framework in place, requiring ongoing licensing.

Clearing & Post-Trade

HKEX to Take 20pc Stake in HKMA’s CMU OmniClear Holdings

By Mark Johnston | 13/11/2025

Partnership aims to build a major regional CSD and advance Hong Kong’s fixed-income ecosystem and status as an RMB hub.

Payments & Settlements

Singapore Pools Ends Transaction Fees for All E-payment Options

By Nithya Subramanian | 13/11/2025

Singapore Pools will longer charge transaction fees for popular e-payment methods, including PayNow, FAST and eNETS, after concluding a review with banks and payment-system partners.

Structural Regulation

China Issues New Rules for Investment Consultation, Links Fees to Quality

By Mark Johnston | 13/11/2025

New measures effective 1 December mandate "assess first, decide later" principle and introduce strict penalties for poor-quality reports.

Payments & Settlements

RBI Recognises First SRO for Payment System Operators

By Nithya Subramanian | 13/11/2025

The RBI has granted recognition to the Self‑Regulated PSO Association (SRPA) as a self-regulatory organisation for payment system operators, aimed at strengthening oversight.

Structural Regulation

Taiwan FSC Proposes New Rules to Attract Foreign Bond Issuers

By Mark Johnston | 13/11/2025

Taiwan's FSC plans to expand eligibility for foreign FIs and special purpose vehicles to issue bonds, seeking to boost “Asia Innovation Capital” platform.

Structural Regulation

Taiwan FSC Revises Financial Holding Company Rules to Streamline M&A

By Mark Johnston | 12/11/2025

Taiwan FSC updates rules on ownership thresholds, governance, and disclosures to align with market practices and speed up consolidation.

Clearing & Post-Trade

APAC Firms Lagging in Readiness for US Treasury Clearing Rules

By Mark Johnston | 12/11/2025

A global survey reveals 80 percent of Asia-based firms are still in the 'scoping' phase for looming US Treasury clearing rules.