Markets & Infrastructure

Structural Regulation

APRA Reviews Data Collection on Access to Bank Branches

By Editors | 04/04/2023

The review is aimed at identifying ways APRA’s Points of Presence data collection can better capture indicators on how banking services are accessed.

Structural Regulation

UK FCA Announces Decision on Synthetic USD LIBOR Rates

By Editors | 04/04/2023

1-, 3- and 6-month synthetic USD LIBOR rates will continue to be published for 15 months after the USD LIBOR bank panel ceases on 30 June.

Trading & Investment

CME Group Launches Offshore Yuan Options Contracts

By Editors | 04/04/2023

Traders no longer view the yuan as an emerging-market currency like it was ten years ago, said Chris Povey.

Structural Regulation

CSRC Finalises New Rules for Futures Exchanges

By Editors | 03/04/2023

New requirements cover product listings, programmatic trading, internal governance, risk monitoring, emergency planning, and financial management, among other areas.

Alternative Markets

Hong Kong Exchange Lists First Ever Catastrophe Bond

By Editors | 03/04/2023

The $350mn catastrophe bond offers protection against losses related to earthquake risks in Chile over the next three years.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

UK Launches Review of Senior Managers Accountability Regime

By Editors | 03/04/2023

The review seeks stakeholders’ views to identify ways to improve operational and legal aspects of the Senior Managers and Certification Regime.

Structural Regulation

Bursa Malaysia Finalises Rules for LEAP-to-ACE Listing Transfers

By Editors | 03/04/2023

Bursa Malaysia’s Julian Hashim said the amendments offer a clearer roadmap for LEAP companies aiming to graduate to the ACE Market.

Trading & Investment

JPX to Launch Index of Stocks that Focus on Value Creation

By Editors | 03/04/2023

The index will comprise 150 Prime Market companies that are expected to create value based on financial performance or market valuation.

Cryptocurrency

US Futures SRO Issues New Rule for Crypto Activities

By Editors | 03/04/2023

The compliance rule covers anti-fraud, just and equitable principles of trade, disclosure, and supervision requirements for spot bitcoin and ether trading.