Trading & Investment

Operational Risk

Korea FSS Signals 'Zero-Tolerance' Shift to 'Pre-emptive' Supervision

By Manesh Samtani | 27/03/2026

The FSS is moving from post-incident sanctions to a preventive framework with a focus on consumer protection and systemic risk.

Structural Regulation

Indonesia OJK Confirms Plan to Impose 15pc Free Float Rule

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 27/03/2026

The move is part of a broader capital market reform agenda aimed at improving liquidity and addressing concerns from index provider MSCI.

PEPs & Sanctions

Japanese Financial Firms Urged to Cut Ties Benefiting Myanmar Junta

By Mark Johnston | 26/03/2026

Rights groups allege that joint ventures involving Daiwa Institute of Research and JPX are facilitating fundraising for sanctioned entities.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

Korea FSS Mandates New Disclosure Rules for Real Estate Funds

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 26/03/2026

New rules require asset managers to disclose worst-case scenarios and secure CEO sign-off to enhance investor protection and accountability.

Trading & Investment

SEBI Panel Backs Phased FPI Entry Into Commodity Derivatives - Report

By Mark Johnston | 26/03/2026

A regulatory committee has recommended allowing foreign investors into the market, favouring cash-settled, non-agricultural contracts to start.

Trading & Investment

Tokyo Stock Exchange Reports Progress on Lowering Investment Units

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 26/03/2026

A new report details efforts to reduce minimum stock investments to attract more retail investors and address resulting burdens on companies.

Trading & Investment

Hong Kong Permits MPF Investment in Active ETFs with 10pc Cap

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 26/03/2026

The move gives pension funds access to a growing asset class, but with strict guardrails to manage risk for members.

Structural Regulation

Taiwan FSC Streamlines Rules for Switching Listing Boards

By Mark Johnston | 25/03/2026

The regulator has proposed amendments to create a more flexible, two-way transfer mechanism and exempt companies from certain requirements when raising capital.

Structural Regulation

Taiwan Eases Bond Issuance Rules to Attract Foreign Firms

By Mark Johnston | 25/03/2026

The FSC has revised guidelines for foreign issuers, clarifying eligibility criteria and simplifying procedures to boost Taiwan's bond market.