Structural Regulation

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

    Clearing & Post-Trade

    ASX Finalises Enhancements to Client Money Framework

    By Ranamita Chakraborty | 12/05/2021

    Subject to the regulatory clearance, the enhanced client money framework will come into effect on 2 August 2021, with a 12-month transition period.

    Trading & Investment

    China to Launch RBD Palm Olein Options, Open to Foreign Investors

    By Editors | 12/05/2021

    The DCE is consulting on a new RBD Palm Olein options contract that will be open to foreign investors, as well as an adjustment to its iron ore futures contract.

    Trading & Investment

    Shanghai, Korea Agree to Establish ETF Cross-Listing Mechanism

    By Editors | 12/05/2021

    Under an MoU, the SSE and KRX will work towards ETF cross-listings, joint development of indices, and stronger cooperation in the bond market.

    Structural Regulation

    Australia’s Financial Sector Welcomes 2021‑22 Budget Initiatives

    By Manesh Samtani | 12/05/2021

    The measures include an FMI reform package, relief for foreign financial service firms, changes to the superannuation system, and a new commencement date for the CCIV regime.

    Market Data & Technology

    DSB Launches Second Consultation on UPI Fee Model

    By Manesh Samtani | 12/05/2021

    The consultation covers UPI data access mechanisms, file download timing, user fees, a proposed contingency fund, cost allocation, invoicing, and capex amortisation.

    Trading & Investment

    Shenzhen Launches Pilot Scheme for Cross-border Investment

    By Editors | 12/05/2021

    The pilot scheme can be used by qualified domestic investors to invest overseas in unlisted companies and private equity funds.

    Trading & Investment

    Philippine SEC Joins ASEAN Framework for Cross-border Funds

    By Editors | 12/05/2021

    Regulators from Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand – already part of the initiative – have signed a supplemental MoU admitting the Philippine SEC into the CIS framework.

    Structural Regulation

    CBIRC to Implement New Licensing Rules for FIs From 1 July

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 11/05/2021

    Under the new rules, CBIRC supervised institutions will be classified into three categories – financial, insurance and insurance intermediary.

    Structural Regulation

    CFA Institute Launches Working Group to Examine SPACs

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 11/05/2021

    The working group will publish a report in early 2022 and present its findings and policy recommendations, to US and global regulators.

    Structural Regulation

    HKICPA, FRC Agree to Share Information, Refer Cases

    By Editors | 11/05/2021

    The MoU is expected to enhance audit quality, contribute to the development of the Hong Kong audit market, and promote confidence in the capital markets.

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