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Trading & Investment
China Opens Domestic Bond Market to Foreign Banks
By Editors | 26/09/2015
The People’s Bank of China (PBOC) has said it will for the first time allow offshore banks to issue yuan-denominated […]
Structural Regulation
New ASIC Funding Proposal May Hurt Stockbrokers
By Editors | 26/09/2015
The Stockbrokers Association of Australia has warned that proposals to increase industry funding of the corporate regulator may impose greater costs on brokerage firms, prompting more industry rationalisation and stifling innovation.
Structural Regulation
Thailand Consults on New Underwriting Rules
By Editors | 26/09/2015
Thailand’s Securities and Exchange Commission is seeking public comments on draft amendments to underwriting rules, which seek to promote flexibility and prevent conflicts of interest.
Structural Regulation
Nepal Central Bank to Be Sole Banking Regulator
By Editors | 25/09/2015
Nepal Rastra Bank – the country’s central bank – will be the sole regulator for banks and financial institutions under the new constitution unveiled on Sunday.
Trading & Investment
China May Allow QDII Funds to Also Invest At Home
By Editors | 25/09/2015
China is considering an innovative plan to allow QDIIs to launch funds which can invest in securities both at home and abroad.
Structural Regulation
APRA Consults on Points of Presence Statistics
By Editors | 25/09/2015
The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority has released a consultation package proposing to either streamline or cease the Points of Presence statistics and data collection.
Structural Regulation
Australia Consults on Lower Income Consumer Credit
By Editors | 25/09/2015
The Australian government is requesting comment from the public on small amount credit contract laws to ensure that the regulatory framework strikes the right balance between consumers and lenders.
Structural Regulation
Malaysia Securities Laws Amendments Come Into Force
By Editors | 25/09/2015
The securities laws amendments will to facilitate innovative fundraising structures, enhance investor protection, clarify responsibilities of issuers and advisers, and expand supervisory powers.
Trading & Investment
MAS Enhances Regulatory Safeguards for Investors
By Editors | 25/09/2015
The Monetary Authority of Singapore will proceed with enhancements to its regulatory framework for safeguarding investors’ interests.
Structural Regulation
China to Ease Market Access Rules for Investors
By Editors | 25/09/2015
China has decided to adopt the “negative list” national market access system, to effectively grant more freedom to investors and boost market appeal.
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