Markets & Infrastructure

Structural Regulation

SFC Proposes to Allow REITs to Privatise and Merge More Easily

By Editors | 31/03/2024

Various market conduct regimes designed for listed companies would also be extended to listed CIS including REITs.

Structural Regulation

Australia Consults On Designated Complaints Function Within ACCC

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 31/03/2024

Designated consumer and small business advocates will be able to submit a complaint to the ACCC about a systemic market issue.

Clearing & Post-Trade

UK Starts Preparing for Move to T+1 Settlement Cycle

By Manesh Samtani | 31/03/2024

Some operational changes will be implemented by end-2025, to enable the market to prepare for a full transition to T+1 before end-2027.

Structural Regulation

Korea, Poland to Strengthen Financial Industry Collaboration

By Editors | 31/03/2024

The FSC is seeking to boost supervisory cooperation with Polish authorities and more permits for Korean banks to operate in the country.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

APRA Confirms Plans to Publish Super Fund Expense Data

By Editors | 30/03/2024

Super fund data on director remuneration, travel and entertainment, payments to industrial bodies, and asset allocation will be published.

Emerging Prudential Risks

Korea Unveils Several New Initiatives to Finance Businesses

By Mark Johnston | 30/03/2024

The new financial support measures are aimed at supporting SMEs, vulnerable businesses, regional revitalisation projects, and technology firms.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

Australia Tables New Financial Advice Legislation in Parliament

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 30/03/2024

The legislation is part of a broader package of reforms aimed at increasing the accessibility and affordability of financial advice.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

BNM Updates Policy to Ensure Fair Treatment of Vulnerable Consumers

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 30/03/2024

The revised policy document introduces specific requirements for financial service providers on the fair treatment of vulnerable consumers.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

Malaysia SC Enhances Conduct Guidelines for Capital Market Intermediaries

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 30/03/2024

The revised guidelines include new chapters on the treatment of vulnerable clients, the provision of personal advice, and online offerings of capital market-related services.