Markets & Infrastructure

Structural Regulation

Hong Kong Officials Urge Asian Bourses to Unite for Global Capital

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 23/04/2026

At a major regional summit, Hong Kong’s finance chief called for a shift from competition to collaboration to attract investment.

Trading & Investment

APAC ETF Growth Driven by Regulatory Tailwinds, Active Expansion - Report

By Manesh Samtani | 23/04/2026

New State Street report highlights how regulation, product innovation and investor education are shaping a diverse and rapidly expanding ETF landscape.

Alternative Markets

Australia, UK Deepen Investment Ties as Super Funds Hunt for European Assets

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 22/04/2026

The new pact comes as a delegation of Australia’s largest pension funds tours France and the UK seeking private market deals.

Payments & Settlements

RBI Consolidates E-Mandate Rules, Includes Cross-Border Payments

By Nithya Subramanian | 22/04/2026

The new framework standardises rules for recurring payments, introduces higher AFA-free limits for key financial products, and enhances consumer protection.

Structural Regulation

Australia FSC Sets New Governance Standard for Super Platforms

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 22/04/2026

Industry body acts to strengthen oversight of investments and financial advisers on wrap platforms ahead of potential government regulation and following recent market failures.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

Australian Regulator Fines Latitude Finance for Spam Breaches

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 22/04/2026

The non-bank lender must appoint an independent consultant after millions of compliance failures under the Spam Act.

Supervision & Enforcement

Korea FSS Resumes On-Site Inspections of Private Equity Firms

By Mark Johnston | 22/04/2026

The FSS has begun its first on-site inspection of 2026 at VIG Partners, signalling a continued regulatory crackdown on the sector.

Trading & Investment

HKEX Lists Largest Physical Gold ETF Amid Regulatory Push

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 22/04/2026

The launch of Hong Kong's largest physical gold ETF aligns with the city's strategy to become a regional bullion hub, supported by regulators.

Credit Risk

Private Credit Industry Debates Changes Amid Investor, Regulator Scrutiny

By Nithya Subramanian | 22/04/2026

Firms are considering longer lock-ups and flexible redemption caps as regulators across Asia Pacific seek greater disclosure.