Structural Regulation

    Reporting on regulatory frameworks and rules governing market design, authorisation, and oversight of key financial market participants and infrastructures.

    Structural Regulation

    BSEC Issues New Rules for Conversion of Close-end Mutual Funds

    By Nithya Subramanian | 15/05/2026

    The rules will force a unitholder vote on the future of underperforming closed-end funds, requiring them to either convert to open-end schemes or face liquidation.

    Trading & Investment

    Pakistan Launches First-ever Panda Bond Issuance in Beijing

    By Manesh Samtani | 15/05/2026

    The yuan-denominated issuance, part of a wider USD 1 billion programme, aims to diversify funding sources and reduce borrowing costs.

    Structural Regulation

    ASX Appoints Euronext Veteran Anthony Attia as New CEO

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 15/05/2026

    ASX has named a new chief with deep European market infrastructure experience to lead its transformation efforts.

    Structural Regulation

    SEBI Proposes Overhaul of Municipal Bond Framework

    By Nithya Subramanian | 15/05/2026

    The regulator seeks to boost urban infrastructure financing with proposals for pooled issuance, refinancing, ESG bonds, and greater retail participation.

    Resolution & Recovery

    Bangladesh: Banks Call for Reforms to Ease NPL, Liquidity Crisis

    By Nithya Subramanian | 15/05/2026

    The industry body warned the central bank that a new resolution act could allow controversial figures to reclaim troubled lenders, undermining public confidence.

    Structural Regulation

    Australia Boosts ASIC Funding for Managed Funds Oversight After High-Profile Collapses

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 14/05/2026

    ASIC will receive new funding to enhance supervision of managed investment schemes, following recent high-profile collapses and a review of the sector.

    Liquidity Risk

    SEBI Proposes Broader Use of Intraday Borrowing for Mutual Funds

    By Nithya Subramanian | 14/05/2026

    SEBI is seeking to allow funds to use intraday credit for more than just redemptions, treating it as a key cash management tool.

    Trading & Investment

    Malaysia Pushes for More Semiconductor Listings on Domestic Exchange

    By Editors | 14/05/2026

    The government is creating a new pathway for chip firms to list on Bursa Malaysia, aiming to better reflect the nation’s industrial strength and boost the local market.

    Structural Regulation

    Australia Proposes Capital Gains Tax Overhaul in Federal Budget

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 14/05/2026

    The 2026-27 federal budget introduces significant tax reforms, replacing the capital gains discount with indexation and a minimum tax, while also curtailing negative gearing benefits.

    Structural Regulation

    Bangladesh to Overhaul Tax Certificate Rule for Foreign Investors

    By Nithya Subramanian | 14/05/2026

    The central bank will scrap a rule requiring tax certificates after each share sale, a move aimed at boosting dwindling foreign investment.

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