Structural Regulation

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

    Structural Regulation

    Philippines SEC Faces Legal Challenge Over Director Term Limits

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 30/03/2026

    The SEC is defending its new nine-year tenure limit for independent directors after a court challenge from broadcaster GMA Network.

    Trading & Investment

    China to Expand Outbound Investment Quotas: SAFE Official

    By Manesh Samtani | 30/03/2026

    Regulators are preparing new QDII quotas to meet domestic demand while advancing a long-term strategy to open capital markets and boost the yuan's global role.

    Structural Regulation

    AMCHAM Urges Regulatory Overhaul for Korea's Financial Hub Ambitions

    By Manesh Samtani | 30/03/2026

    New report identifies 39 regulatory divergences from global standards, urging reforms to IT, licensing, and cross-border rules.

    Trading & Investment

    Osaka Exchange Proposes Daily Maturities for Nikkei 225 Mini Options

    By Mark Johnston | 30/03/2026

    The exchange has launched a public consultation on plans to introduce new weekly contracts, scheduled for implementation in April 2027.

    Trading & Investment

    Hong Kong and Malaysia Exchanges Deepen Ties with Five-Point Pact

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 30/03/2026

    The agreement between HKEX and Bursa Malaysia outlines five areas of cooperation, including a framework for dual listings, Shariah-compliant products, and carbon markets.

    Structural Regulation

    KRX to Reward Firms Adopting Advanced Dividend Procedures

    By Manesh Samtani | 30/03/2026

    Companies that reform their dividend process to enhance predictability for investors will receive incentives under the 'Corporate Value-up' programme.

    Structural Regulation

    RBI Mandates Global Identifiers for OTC Derivatives to Improve Transparency

    By Nithya Subramanian | 30/03/2026

    The RBI has consolidated rules on LEI, making them immediately mandatory for market access, with implementation of UTI to follow next year.

    Structural Regulation

    Vietnam Drafts New Rules for Corporate Bond Market

    By Mark Johnston | 30/03/2026

    The proposed decree aims to enhance transparency, tighten accountability, and strengthen regulatory oversight to rebuild investor confidence in the country's capital market.

    Credit Risk

    BNM Mandates Timelines for Loan Repayment Adjustments

    By Nithya Subramanian | 30/03/2026

    The central bank will require financial institutions to revise loan instalments within 60 days of rate changes, shortening it to 30 days in 2028.

    Reporting & Disclosures

    Japan FSA Targets Deficiencies in Sustainability, Governance Disclosures

    By Manesh Samtani | 30/03/2026

    FSA annual review identifies persistent and new shortcomings in corporate reporting, focusing on substance over form in key areas.

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