Trading & Investment

    Coverage of regulatory developments, market trends, and operational standards across asset classes, financial products, and trading venues.

    Tokenisation

    WFE Calls on Regulators to Crack Down on 'Tokenised Stocks'

    By Editors | 26/08/2025

    The WFE is calling on global regulators to address blockchain-based tokens mimicking equities, citing new risks and market integrity threats.

    Climate Risk

    China Issues New Directive to Bolster National Carbon Market

    By Manesh Samtani | 26/08/2025

    The directive aims for broader industry coverage, enhanced financial product innovation, and increased participation from financial institutions.

    AI Risk & Governance

    South Korea Details Major Regulatory Overhaul, KRW 100 Trillion Fund in AI Push

    By Mark Johnston | 25/08/2025

    The new economic strategy will relax criminal liabilities for “well-meaning business owners” while strengthening civil and monetary liabilities.

    Trading & Investment

    India Post and AMFI Sign MOU for Mutual Fund Distribution

    By Nithya Subramanian | 25/08/2025

    Under the agreement, postal staff will act as mutual fund distributors, expanding access in rural and semi-urban areas.

    Trading & Investment

    SEBI Proposes Overhaul of Stock Closing Price Mechanism

    By Editors | 25/08/2025

    SEBI proposes to introduce a new Closing Auction Session, aiming to align with global practices and boost market efficiency.

    Trading & Investment

    China Launches Cross-Border Asset Management Pilot in Hainan

    By Manesh Samtani | 25/08/2025

    China has officially launched its new cross-border asset management pilot programme in Hainan, allowing overseas investors access to onshore financial products.

    Emerging Prudential Risks

    Major Taiwan Pension Fund Steers External Managers Away from HK Firms

    By Mark Johnston | 24/08/2025

    Taiwan's Bureau of Labor Funds has reportedly directed its third-party asset managers to avoid using Hong Kong firms for investment mandates.

    Trading & Investment

    SEBI Proposes Incentives for Women and First-Time Fund Investors

    By Nithya Subramanian | 24/08/2025

    SEBI's Chairman has urged the mutual fund industry to increase ways to attract female and first-time investors into mutual funds.

    Trading & Investment

    SEBI Proposes Changes to Framework for Block Deals

    By Editors | 23/08/2025

    SEBI proposes to more than double the minimum block deal size to INR 250,000 and to widen the price band for large trades.

    Trading & Investment

    China Signals Further Opening of Futures Market, Eyes LNG Contracts

    By Mark Johnston | 22/08/2025

    Regulators announce plans to list new products, including liquefied natural gas, and expand foreign investor access to boost pricing power.

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