Markets & Infrastructure

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

SGX-listed Firms Fall Short on Whistleblowing Policies, Study Finds

By Thisanka Siripala | 03/03/2025

The study, conducted by the National University of Singapore, developed a 20-item whistleblowing scorecard to assess adherence to listing requirements.

Structural Regulation

SEBI Releases Regulatory Framework for Specialised Investment Funds

By Nithya Subramanian | 03/03/2025

Large asset managers can launch “Specialised Investment Funds”, a new product category positioned between Mutual Funds and Portfolio Management Services.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

Australian Court Orders Allianz, AWP to Pay Criminal Fines

By Thisanka Siripala | 03/03/2025

ASIC filed criminal charges against Allianz and AWP in 2021 over false or misleading statements they made to consumers.

Structural Regulation

China Eases Rule for HK and Macau FIs Investing in Mainland Insurers

By Mark Johnston | 03/03/2025

Hong Kong and Macau FIs no longer have to meet the $2bn asset requirement to invest in mainland Chinese insurance companies.

Structural Regulation

SET Proposes Relaxed Free Float Requirements to Attract Listings

By Mark Johnston | 03/03/2025

The Stock Exchange of Thailand proposes lower free float requirements for companies with a paid-up capital over THB 10 billion.

Structural Regulation

HKMA Eyes Supply Chain Opportunities for Hong Kong

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 03/03/2025

A working group has drawn up recommendations to help develop Hong Kong into a multinational supply chain management centre.

Market Data & Technology

SEBI Launches Centralised Database Portal for Corporate Bonds

By Manesh Samtani | 01/03/2025

SEBI said the database will enhance transparency and facilitate informed decision making amongst investors and other market participants.

Trading & Investment

ACLEDA Becomes Intermediary for Cambodian Government Bonds

By Mark Johnston | 01/03/2025

ACLEDA Bank is the first commercial bank in Cambodia authorised to act as an intermediary for government securities.

Credit Risk

PBOC Urges FIs to Strengthen Support for Private Enterprises

By Mark Johnston | 01/03/2025

FIs are asked to strengthen their service capabilities, diversify financing channels, and increase their allocation of financial resources to private enterprises.