CHINA SECURITIES REGULATORY COMMISSION

China Market Further Opened to HK, Macau Brokers

By Editors | 25/08/2015

CSRC announced that Hong Kong and Macau securities brokerages will be allowed to set up fully licensed units in parts China.

China to Inspect Online Equity Crowdfunding Platforms

By Editors | 10/08/2015

The China Securities Regulatory Commission will soon begin inspecting online equity financing platforms to address risks brought by illegal activities and help the platforms better serve the real economy.

China Further Opens Distressed Market to Asset Managers

By Editors | 07/08/2015

China’s Ministry of Finance has granted “bad bank” licences to three asset management companies (AMCs) allowing them to buy non-financial distressed assets from corporates directly.

China to Grant Broker Licenses to Banks in Pilot Programme

By Editors | 21/07/2015

China may grant commercial banks stock broker licenses in a pilot programme allowing mainland lenders to conduct mixed business.

China Announces Guidelines for Internet Finance

By Editors | 21/07/2015

China has issued stricter guidelines to regulate Internet finance, calling for enhanced supervision of the sector while also pledging to support its development.

China Targets Trading Platforms to Curb Unauthorised Margin Lending Channels

By Editors | 20/07/2015

The China Securities Regulatory Commission is tightening oversight of the widely-used HOMS trading platform, which is seen to have facilitated stock investors borrowing money outside approved margin lending channels and aiding recent wild fluctuations on the A-share market.

China Cracks Down on Grey Market Margin Lending

By Editors | 16/07/2015

The China Securities Regulatory Commission has increased scrutiny of peer-to-peer lenders, which have been operating outside of approved margin lending channels.

China Central Bank Provides Liquidity to Brokerages through Financing Arm

By Editors | 09/07/2015

State-backed margin finance company China Securities Finance is providing liquidity to 21 brokerages to help ease the panic sentiment in the stock market.

China Creates Broker-Led Market Stabilisation Fund

By Editors | 06/07/2015

China’s securities regulator has set up its first-ever market stabilisation fund in a bid to halt the recent stock market plunge.