Markets & Infrastructure

    Structural Regulation

    Korea Moves to Bolster Bank Governance and Director Independence

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 29/04/2026

    The FSS has signed a pact with regional banking groups to enhance outside director training and oversight.

    Trading & Investment

    RBI Moves NDS-OM Applications to PRAVAAH Portal

    By Editors | 29/04/2026

    India’s central bank has shifted all access applications for its government securities platform to a digital portal, effective immediately.

    Conduct, Culture & Accountability

    Bangladesh Bank Eases Curbs on Bank Incentive Bonuses

    By Editors | 29/04/2026

    The central bank will allow lenders to pay discretionary bonuses based on operating profit, relaxing stricter rules introduced late last year.

    Structural Regulation

    SEBI Plans Uniform Price Bands for All Derivatives Stocks

    By Nithya Subramanian | 29/04/2026

    The regulator is looking to close a structural gap between exchanges that causes price distortions for stocks entering or exiting the derivatives segment.

    Anti-Bribery & Corruption

    PBOC Vows to Curb Excessive Competition in Financial Sector

    By Editors | 29/04/2026

    The PBOC signalled a crackdown on excessive competition, reaffirming its focus on managing risks at LGFVs and smaller financial institutions.

    Structural Regulation

    KOFIA Launches Forum to Chart 10-Year Capital Market Blueprint

    By Nithya Subramanian | 29/04/2026

    An industry-led forum will develop long-term growth strategies and policy recommendations aimed at enhancing global competitiveness and tackling the 'Korea Discount'.

    Conduct, Culture & Accountability

    FSS Korea Overhauls Executive Pay Disclosure Rules

    By Editors | 29/04/2026

    The FSS has finalised rules requiring listed companies to link executive remuneration to corporate performance and provide greater detail on stock-based awards.

    Trading & Investment

    NZX Launches Equity Index Futures to Boost Market Liquidity

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 29/04/2026

    NZX has launched S&P/NZX 20 Index Futures, aiming to provide new hedging tools and attract international investors.

    Custody & Infrastructure

    Korea: K bank to Test Blockchain Infrastructure for Remittances

    By Editors | 29/04/2026

    Partnership between K bank and Ripple will assess whether blockchain technology can improve the speed, cost-efficiency, and transparency of cross-border payments.

    Structural Regulation

    BlackRock Launches ASEAN Fund Under MAS’ EQDP Scheme

    By Nithya Subramanian | 29/04/2026

    BlackRock launched a new systematic equity fund with a 50 percent Singapore allocation under the regulator's market development programme

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