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Markets & Infrastructure
Market Data & Technology
AFME, FESE Call for Action on EU Consolidated Tape
By Editors | 17/04/2023
Ahead of EU trilogues on the MiFIR Review, AFME is highlighting the important role of systematic internalisers and FESE is calling for a PFOF ban.
Structural Regulation
Korea to Ease Rules on Overseas Business by Certain Securities Firms
By Editors | 17/04/2023
The revisions will enable overseas subsidiaries of “comprehensive financial investment service providers” to provide corporate credit in overseas markets more easily.
Trading & Investment
NSE India to Launch WTI Crude Oil, Natural Gas Futures
By Editors | 17/04/2023
NSE will launch WTI crude oil and natural gas futures contracts from 15 May. Both already trade on India’s MCX.
Trading & Investment
Malaysia Allows Dealer’s Representatives to Expand Services
By Editors | 17/04/2023
DRs can apply for additional licences to engage in investment advice, financial planning, restricted dealing in unit trust products, dealing in private retirement schemes.
Clearing & Post-Trade
ASX Considers Closing Settlement Service for Unlisted Funds
By Editors | 17/04/2023
The mFund Settlement Service caters to unlisted managed funds. ASX is considering closing the service.
Trading & Investment
CFFEX Set to Launch 30 Year Treasury Bond Futures
By Editors | 16/04/2023
CFFEX already offers futures trading in 2-year, 5-year, and 10-year treasury bond futures. The 30-year contract will start trading on Friday (21 April).
Conduct, Culture & Accountability
CSRC Consults on Rules to Enhance Independent Director System
By Editors | 16/04/2023
A qualification system, code of professional ethics, and information database for independent directors of listed companies will be established.
Structural Regulation
ACCC Proposes Reforms to Australia’s Merger Laws
By Editors | 16/04/2023
Current laws do not require merger parties to notify the ACCC of planned mergers, or to wait for clearance before they complete the merger.
Trading & Investment
Japan FTC Cautions Mizuho Securities Over IPO Price-setting
By Editors | 16/04/2023
Mizuho Securities, as lead underwriter, set the issue prices of two companies lower than the companies were seeking. Both more than doubled in value on their IPO.
PEPs & Sanctions
US Commerce Dept Adds 12 Chinese Entities to Entity List
By Editors | 15/04/2023
The entities allegedly acquired or attempted to acquire US-origin items in support of Russia’s military effort.
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