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    Trading & Investment

    SGX to Launch New Index Tracking Non-STI Companies

    By Nithya Subramanian | 15/09/2025

    MAS Deputy Chairman Chee Hong Tat said Singapore will also unveil a “value unlock” package later this year to spur listed companies to raise shareholder returns.

    Trading & Investment

    SEBI Simplifies Disclosure Rules for Portfolio Managers

    By Nithya Subramanian | 15/09/2025

    SEBI has introduced a simplified two-part disclosure format for portfolio managers, making updates easier for investors to track while easing compliance for the industry.

    Structural Regulation

    SEBI Approves Reforms to Ease Foreign Investor Access, Boost REITs

    By Nithya Subramanian | 15/09/2025

    SEBI is launching a single-window portal for foreign funds, reclassifying REITs as equity, and expanding the anchor investor framework for IPOs.

    Structural Regulation

    SEBI Allows Start-up Founders to Retain ESOPs After IPO

    By Nithya Subramanian | 15/09/2025

    Founders can retain their ESOPs and other share-based benefits granted at least one year before a company's IPO.

    Trading & Investment

    SEBI Lowers Investment Threshold for InvITs and REITs

    By Nithya Subramanian | 15/09/2025

    The minimum investment size for InvITs and REITs has been reduced, making these instruments more accessible to high-net-worth individuals and family offices.

    Trading & Investment

    Taiwan Proposes to Allow Warrants on Actively Managed ETFs

    By Editors | 15/09/2025

    Taiwan’s FSC has proposed rule changes to permit actively managed ETFs as underlying assets for warrants to boost product diversity.

    Trading & Investment

    Vietnam Considers Launch of New Online Gold Exchange

    By Nithya Subramanian | 13/09/2025

    Vietnam plans to establish an online gold exchange and permit companies to import gold for the first time in over a decade, effective 10 October.

    Trading & Investment

    China Considers Expanding Wealth Connect Scheme Beyond GBA

    By Editors | 13/09/2025

    Regulators are reportedly exploring a 'version 3.0' of the cross-border investment programme, with a draft consultation paper possible by year-end.

    Emerging Prudential Risks

    FIA Backs SEBI’s Phased Approach to New Index Rules

    By Nithya Subramanian | 12/09/2025

    FIA said a phased “glide path” to implementing the new index rules would be a pragmatic approach that reduces disruption and bolsters investor confidence.

    Trading & Investment

    FSS Korea Cautions Investors on Hidden Risks in ETFs

    By Nithya Subramanian | 12/09/2025

    The FSS warned that complex structures and dividend-focused products may carry hidden risks that could erode returns.

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