Structural Regulation

Trading & Investment

Chinese Mutual Funds Approach QDII Limits on Overseas Investment – Report

By Mark Johnston | 07/08/2023

Some of China’s largest mutual funds are approaching their QDII limits as seek to meet demand for higher-yielding assets overseas.

Structural Regulation

Australia Launches Review of Managed Investment Schemes Regime

By Editors | 07/08/2023

The consultation seeks feedback on a number of issues, including whether the wholesale client thresholds should be increased.

Structural Regulation

ACCC Rejects ANZ-Suncorp Merger Deal Over Competition Concerns

By Manesh Samtani | 07/08/2023

The ACCC said a merger between Bendigo and Adelaide Bank and Suncorp would be a better outcome.

Cryptocurrency

Industry Bodies Call on IOSCO to Tackle Conflicts of Interest in Crypto

By Manesh Samtani | 06/08/2023

The WFE, GDF, IIF and FIA each address conflicts of interest in the crypto sector in their responses to IOSCO’s consultation.

Trading & Investment

SEBI Pushes Uniformity in Portfolio Manager Performance Audits

By Editors | 04/08/2023

SEBI mandates standardised annual audits for portfolio managers to enhance transparency in firm-level performance data.

Trading & Investment

SEBI Approves Sale of Private Listed InvITs

By Ranamita Chakraborty | 04/08/2023

Existing shareholders of private listed Infrastructure Investment Trusts (InvITs) can now sell their units to the public through a stock exchange mechanism.

Clearing & Post-Trade

ASX Unveils Advisory Group to Navigate CHESS Replacement Project

By Editors | 04/08/2023

ASX established an Advisory Group to provide strategic advice and restore confidence in the beleaguered CHESS replacement project.

Structural Regulation

SGX-listed Companies Score High in Corporate Governance Study

By Ranamita Chakraborty | 03/08/2023

A recent study assessed the corporate governance practices of Singapore-listed companies, covering board responsibilities, rights of shareholders, engagement of stakeholders, accountability and audit, and disclosure and transparency.

PEPs & Sanctions

RBI Approves 34 Russian Vostro Accounts at Indian Banks

By Editors | 03/08/2023

Special Rupee Vostro Accounts were opened by Russian banks at 14 Indian commercial banks, based on guidelines issued by the RBI in July 2022.