Trading & Investment

Market Data & Technology

Taiwan to Launch Real-time Data Feed for Futures Market

By Editors | 30/12/2019

The launch of TAIFEX’s real-time data feed will coincide with the TWSE’s introduction of a continuous trading mechanism for equities in March.

Structural Regulation

Japan Unveils Final Report on Proposed TSE Reorganisation

By Editors | 28/12/2019

The transition to three market sections is expected to be completed within H1 2022, but the changes will be implemented gradually in phases to mitigate the impact on listed companies.

Structural Regulation

New Securities Law to Take Effect in China from March 2020

By Editors | 28/12/2019

A fourth and potentially final draft of China’s new Securities Law has been submitted to the NPC Standing Committee’s bimonthly session.

PEPs & Sanctions

ISDA Calls For Guidance on Handling of Derivatives Impacted by Sanctions

By Editors | 25/12/2019

ISDA proposes 8 principles sanctions authorities can consider to ensure safe operation of markets, and minimise derivatives market disruption and economic consequences for non-sanctioned entities.

Structural Regulation

Amundi-BOC Wealth Management JV Wins CBIRC Approval

By Editors | 23/12/2019

The joint venture is expected to launch during the second half of 2020. Amundi will own a 55% stake while BOC Wealth Management will own the other 45%.

Trading & Investment

Taiwan Eases Registration Rule for Foreign Employee Investment Accounts

By Editors | 23/12/2019

The overseas parent, subsidiary, branch office or representative office of Taiwan-listed companies may adopt the identity of a foreign institutional investor to register collective investment accounts for their overseas foreign employees.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

ASIC Reports High Levels of FX Global Code in Wholesale Markets

By Editors | 23/12/2019

In a new report, ASIC highlights its observations of good and poor practices used by participants operating in the wholesale foreign exchange market.

Structural Regulation

SFC, CSRC Set Date for Southbound Investor Identification Regime

By Editors | 20/12/2019

With technical preparations now complete at exchanges and clearinghouses, southbound trading investor identification regime is scheduled for implementation on 13 January.

Trading & Investment

UPDATED – BOJ to Boost ETF Market Liquidity by Lending Holdings

By Editors | 20/12/2019

The ETF lending facility is likely to reduce ETF bid/ask spreads and provide an easy way to short the Japanese market.