Trading & Investment

Trading & Investment

SEBI Eyes Bond Derivatives, Eases Broker Rules in Major Regulatory Overhaul

By Manesh Samtani | 13/01/2026

SEBI chairman outlined plans for new market products, AI-driven supervision, and significant compliance relief for smaller stockbrokers.

Trading & Investment

Bursa Malaysia Launches First In-House Quality Factor Indices

By Editors | 12/01/2026

The new indices track 50 non-KLCI companies selected based on profitability, capital structure, and earnings quality.

Clearing & Post-Trade

CFFEX Proposes New Settlement Rules, Tighter Trading Controls

By Mark Johnston | 12/01/2026

The exchange is creating a standalone settlement framework and new rules for programmatic trading to align with national derivatives law.

Structural Regulation

MAS, SGX Consult on Framework for New Global Listing Board

By Nithya Subramanian | 12/01/2026

Separate consultations by MAS and SGX RegCo outline legal changes and listing rules to support US–Singapore dual listings under a proposed Global Listing Board.

Trading & Investment

SEBI Proposes Overhaul of Trading Rules Governing Stock and Commodity Exchanges

By Nithya Subramanian | 12/01/2026

The rewrite of trading rules for stock and commodity exchanges are aimed at simplifying regulations, and introducing a more principle-based framework for liquidity, market making and margin trading.

Trading & Investment

NSE, Indian Gas Exchange Explore Launch of Natural Gas Futures Contract

By Nithya Subramanian | 12/01/2026

The two exchanges are exploring a partnership to launch India’s first domestic natural gas futures contract, aimed at improving price transparency and hedging options in the gas market.

Structural Regulation

Philippine SEC Expands REIT Rules to Include Infrastructure, New Structures

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 12/01/2026

New regulations broaden the scope of eligible assets, allow for SPV structures, and refine corporate governance rules.

Structural Regulation

Hong Kong Forms Expert Panel to Support Global Expansion by Mainland Firms

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 12/01/2026

New 13-member committee to advise on promoting the city's legal and financial services for Chinese enterprises going overseas.

Trading & Investment

Hong Kong: New Reporting Rules for Northbound Programme Trading Take Effect

By Manesh Samtani | 12/01/2026

New guidelines detail reporting thresholds, content requirements, and obligations for investors and brokers engaging in automated trading via Stock Connect.