HONG KONG

Hong Kong Considers Centralised Fund Platform

By Editors | 11/10/2015

The Hong Kong Securities Association is holding talks with Hong Kong Exchange and Clearing Limited to evaluate the possibility of launching a centralised fund platform.

Hong Kong Terminates Plan for Dual-Class Shares

By Editors | 06/10/2015

The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong has terminated a plan to allow dual-class shares and other weighted-voting rights structures after objection from the Securities and Futures Commission.

Hong Kong Scraps Dual-Class Shares Plan

By Samuel Riding | 05/10/2015

SFC objects, saying proposals would damage reputation of Hong Kong’s regulatory system.

Hong Kong SFC Chairman Carlson Tong Reappointed

By Editors | 05/10/2015

The Securities and Futures Commission has reappointed Carlson Tong as its chairman for a term of three years effective from October 20, 2015.

HKMA-SFC Consult on Mandatory Clearing and Reporting for OTC Derivatives

By Editors | 01/10/2015

Consultation paper introduces first phase of mandatory clearing and second phase of mandatory reporting under new OTC regime.

HKEx Announces CCASS Service Enhancements

By Editors | 21/09/2015

HKEx has announced the introduction of further CCASS service enhancements relating to Shanghai-Hong Kong Stock Connect in two stages, subject to SFC approval.

Regulatory Crackdown on Moody’s Discourages Tough Analysis on China Companies

By Peter Guy | 21/09/2015

Hong Kong’s securities regulator takes an ominous and non-transparent move that will affect how analysts scrutinise local and mainland enterprises.

HKMA Issues Guidance on Cybersecurity Risk Mgt

By Editors | 17/09/2015

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has issued a circular to financial institutions highlighting the importance of proper cybersecurity risk management and provide general guidance on the matter.

HKMA Issues New Guidance on E-Banking Risk Management

By Editors | 09/09/2015

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority has issued a revised version of the Supervisory Policy Manual for risk management of electronic banking services.