Markets & Infrastructure

Market Abuse

CSRC Proposes Tiered Penalty System for Illegal Share Sales

By Mark Johnston | 23/04/2026

The CSRC has released draft rules that classify violations and set out specific, tiered fines to crack down on irregular disposals by major shareholders.

Structural Regulation

MSCI Extends Indonesia Review, Keeps Index Curbs Amid Reforms

By Nithya Subramanian | 23/04/2026

The index provider will assess new ownership transparency and free float rules before lifting restrictions imposed over investability concerns.

Emerging Prudential Risks

BIS Paper Highlights Systemic Risks from Fund Hedging Behaviour

By Manesh Samtani | 23/04/2026

New BIS bulletin finds speculative currency hedging by equity funds can amplify market shocks, posing risks to financial stability.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

Securities Association of China Expands Pay Clawbacks to Former Staff

By Mark Johnston | 23/04/2026

The SAC has revised remuneration rules for brokerages, mandating longer-term performance metrics and stricter deferral and clawback arrangements.

Payments & Settlements

India, Korea Deepen Financial Ties with Regulatory, Payments Pacts

By Nithya Subramanian | 23/04/2026

The agreements include a regulatory MoU and a pact to integrate digital payment systems, aiming to boost investment and interoperability.

Trading & Investment

HKEX Creates New Senior Role to Build FIC Capabilities

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 23/04/2026

HKEX has appointed a Head of Debt Market Development to facilitate the build-out of its fixed income capabilities and advance Hong Kong’s position as an international bond hub.

Trading & Investment

Korea Pledges 'No Barriers' to Investment Amid WGBI Inclusion

By Mark Johnston | 23/04/2026

Officials have reassured Japanese investors of continued market improvements as the country begins its phased entry into the FTSE World Government Bond Index.

Clearing & Post-Trade

India's CCIL Seeks European Recognition to Ease Bond Trading

By Nithya Subramanian | 23/04/2026

The move follows a recent agreement between Indian and EU regulators, potentially lowering costs for European banks trading Indian debt.

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.