Structural Regulation

Structural Regulation

SEBI Proposes Major Overhaul of Derivatives Framework

By Nithya Subramanian | 18/05/2026

The proposed changes aim to simplify commodity derivatives rules, ease compliance for exchanges, and create separate frameworks for exchanges and clearing corporations.

Structural Regulation

FinTech Alliance.PH Backs Proposal on BSP Oversight for Online Lenders

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 18/05/2026

The proposal is aimed at streamlining compliance, reducing regulatory arbitrage, and creating clearer policies for the fast-growing digital lending sector.

Structural Regulation

BSEC Proposes Stricter Corporate Governance Rules for Listed Firms

By Nithya Subramanian | 18/05/2026

The new framework would increase independent director requirements, separate key leadership roles, and impose stricter shareholding obligations on company directors.

Structural Regulation

Philippines SEC Amends ‘Qualified Buyer’ Rules to Include Exempt Securities

By Editors | 16/05/2026

The updated rules allow exempt securities in portfolio calculations, aiming to streamline regulations and encourage investment diversification.

Trading & Investment

SEBI Considers New Distributor Category to Deepen Debt Market

By Nithya Subramanian | 15/05/2026

SEBI aims to replicate the mutual fund distribution model to boost retail participation in bond investments, while also warning against mis-selling risks.

Structural Regulation

India Hikes Precious Metals Import Duty to Support the Rupee

By Nithya Subramanian | 15/05/2026

The move reverses a 2024 duty cut and is aimed at curbing non-essential imports and conserving foreign exchange reserves.

Structural Regulation

Indonesia Vows Deeper Reforms After MSCI Index Deletions

By Editors | 15/05/2026

OJK frames stock removals as a consequence of a transparency drive, pledging to strengthen governance and liquidity to align with global standards.

AI Risk & Governance

KRX Deploys AI for Market Surveillance and Index Operations

By Nithya Subramanian | 15/05/2026

Korea Exchange is deploying technology from its newly acquired startup, FairLabs, to automate disclosure analysis and strengthen its data business.

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.