Hong Kong

    Securities / Derivatives

    Hong Kong to Offer Fee Relief to Facilitate Transition to Scripless Market

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 20/03/2026

    The government has ruled creating a dedicated fund to help securities dealers cover costs, but will offer fee waivers to ease the burden on small and medium firms.

    ESG / Sustainability

    Hong Kong to Pilot Cross-Border Carbon Settlement with GBA Exchanges

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 20/03/2026

    Hong Kong is testing cross-border settlement and has explored tokenisation to help connect China's developing carbon market with international finance.

    Securities / Derivatives

    China Tightens Grip on Hong Kong IPOs, Pushes 'Red-Chips' to Restructure

    By Mark Johnston | 19/03/2026

    The CSRC is discouraging overseas-incorporated firms from listing in Hong Kong, citing compliance risks and capital flight concerns.

    Securities / Derivatives

    SFC Tasks HKEX with Enhancing Guidance on Internal Controls, Auditor Exits

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 19/03/2026

    The SFC’s annual review of the stock exchange operator found failings in the vetting of company controls and the handling of late auditor resignations.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Asian Regulators Scrutinise Private Credit as Investor Redemption Fears Grow

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 18/03/2026

    The HKMA is assessing bank exposures as wealth managers rush to calm client nerves over the USD 1.8 trillion asset class.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Hong Kong Regulators Update OTC Derivatives Reporting System

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 18/03/2026

    The HKMA and SFC have announced system enhancements for the trade repository, introducing data archiving and revising Sunday maintenance outage hours for firms.

    AML / KYC

    Hong Kong IA to Redefine 'Mainland Visitor' for Insurers

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 17/03/2026

    Proposal would allow remote policy signing for talent scheme arrivals and overseas residents to attract high-net-worth clients.

    Securities / Derivatives

    South Korea to Expand Special Police Powers to Speed Up Stock Probes

    By Nithya Subramanian | 17/03/2026

    The FSC and FSS propose broader fast-track investigations and oversight reforms to speed enforcement against unfair trading.

    Fintech / Regtech

    HKMA Urges Firms to Enhance Sanctions Screening Systems, Adopt AI

    By Manesh Samtani | 17/03/2026

    Thematic review found systems generally meet expectations. HKMA has highlighted good practices in governance, testing, and technology.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Hong Kong ICAC and HKICPA Partner to Boost Accounting Industry Integrity

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 16/03/2026

    The agreement between the ICAC and HKICPA aims to enhance ethical standards and anti-corruption training for accountants.

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