Structural Regulation

Trading & Investment

Singapore to Unveil New Market Measures in November

By Nithya Subramanian | 23/10/2025

MAS will unveil new market and regulatory measures including expanded equity fund appointments and listing reforms to deepen liquidity and help listed companies unlock shareholder value.

Reporting & Disclosures

New Zealand Scales Back Climate Reporting Rules to Boost Capital Market

By Manesh Samtani | 23/10/2025

The government is drastically raising reporting thresholds and easing liability provisions, citing high compliance costs and a desire to encourage listings.

Structural Regulation

India’s IFSCA Calls for Tax Exemption for GIFT City Investments

By Nithya Subramanian | 23/10/2025

The IFSCA has sought an exemption on tax collected at source on Indian investments in GIFT City, arguing that the levy adds friction and could divert funds to offshore jurisdictions.

Cryptocurrency

Asian Exchanges Crack Down on Corporate Crypto Hoarding – Report

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 23/10/2025

Exchanges in Hong Kong, India, and Australia are reportedly blocking firms from becoming crypto-treasuries, citing rules against shell companies and speculative risks.

Market Risk

SFC Proposes to Enhance Hong Kong's Retail Fund Code

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 23/10/2025

The SFC is consulting on a new derivatives framework, enhanced liquidity rules, and a phased approach to give retail investors access to illiquid assets.

Structural Regulation

Taiwan Sets New Valuation Rule for Stripped Bonds Used as Collateral

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 22/10/2025

The FSC says stripped bonds used as guarantee deposits by securities finance firms will be valued at 85 percent of face value.

Trading & Investment

Philippines Lifts Non-Resident Cap on BSP Securities for Pension Funds

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 22/10/2025

The BSP has exempted Personal Equity and Retirement Account (PERA) funds from a 10 percent non-resident ownership limit for investing in its securities.

Cryptocurrency

Indonesia Issues Crypto Accounting Guidance to Boost Transparency

By Editors | 22/10/2025

OJK and the accountants' institute have launched a new framework to standardise reporting amid market growth reaching IDR 360 trillion.

Structural Regulation

Vietnam’s Ho Chi Minh City Partners Nasdaq to Advance IFC Ambitions

By Nithya Subramanian | 22/10/2025

The partnership will focus on developing financial infrastructure, new products, and global links as the city aims to become a regional financial hub by 2026.