Structural Regulation

Structural Regulation

HKMA Tightens Compliance Rules for Non-banks Using 'Bank' Names

By Manesh Samtani | 04/03/2026

Updated guidelines introduce stricter information requirements and mandatory advance notifications for any branding changes by non-bank entities.

Emerging Prudential Risks

China Unveils New Guidelines for Sci-Tech Insurance Development

By Mark Johnston | 04/03/2026

New guidelines detail 20 measures to align insurance with innovation needs, guiding products, services, and insurance fund investments toward strategic tech sectors.

Trading & Investment

IDX Revises Liquidity Provider Rules to Boost Market Depth

By Nithya Subramanian | 04/03/2026

IDX has expanded the list of eligible stocks and adjusted incentives for liquidity providers to support an upcoming 15% free-float requirement.

Clearing & Post-Trade

Ontario Grants TAIFEX Clearing Exemption, Opening Market Access

By Manesh Samtani | 03/03/2026

The move allows Canadian institutions to clear certain Taiwanese exchange-traded and OTC derivatives, with the regulator citing a comparable home oversight regime.

Trading & Investment

Sri Lanka Targets Funds and Unit Trusts in Tax Overhaul

By Nithya Subramanian | 03/03/2026

Tax reforms targeting financial services include a 30 percent capital gains tax on unit trusts, mutual funds and trusts, alongside broader withholding tax rules and strengthened compliance measures.

Structural Regulation

New Consumer Credit Law Comes into Force in Malaysia

By Nithya Subramanian | 03/03/2026

The new law creates a new Consumer Credit Commission to license and regulate BNPL, leasing, and other credit providers, to ensure responsible lending practices.

Structural Regulation

Indian Banks' Association to Review Business Correspondent Pay Structure

By Nithya Subramanian | 03/03/2026

An IBA-led committee will reassess payments and fixed card-linked remuneration for BCs, amid concerns that low and transaction-based payouts are weakening last-mile financial inclusion efforts.

Payments & Settlements

Korea to Unveil Won Internationalisation Roadmap Within H1 2026

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 03/03/2026

The plan aims to bolster the currency's global standing and is linked to broader reforms for MSCI and WGBI index inclusions.

Trading & Investment

India’s GIFT City Sees Flurry of Listings and Market Initiatives

By Nithya Subramanian | 03/03/2026

The IFSCA announced a series of collaborations, the launch of the first IPO, admission of overseas equity, a Sri Lankan blue bond listing and the rollout of expanded global investment access.