CHINA SECURITIES REGULATORY COMMISSION

Enforcement

ICAC Arrests Three in Joint Operation with SFC, AFRC

By Manesh Samtani | 20/10/2023

The case involves suspicions of corporate fraud, corruption, and a conspiracy between a ramp-and-dump syndicate and two listed companies.

Securities / Derivatives

More Chinese SOEs Move to Support Stock Market

By Mark Johnston | 18/10/2023

SOEs are buying back shares and withdrawing share sale plans. Goldman expects a recovery rally towards year-end.

Securities / Derivatives

China Tightens Short Selling Rules to Bolster Stock Market

By Manesh Samtani | 16/10/2023

The margin ratio for securities lending has been raised, and restrictions are being imposed on listed company executives and strategic shareholders.

Securities / Derivatives

China Restricts Overseas Trading by Domestic Investors

By Editors | 12/10/2023

Cross-border securities broking, securities lending, fund sales and investment consulting for domestic investors are all prohibited.

Market Infrastructure

Hong Kong Preparing to Launch A50 Options, T-Bond Futures

By Manesh Samtani | 29/09/2023

Speaking at ISDA’s Derivatives Trading Forum, the SFC’s Ricco Leung said Mainland regulators support the launch of an A50 options contract in Hong Kong.

Enforcement

Evergrande Chairman Suspected of “Illegal Crimes”

By Editors | 28/09/2023

Evergrande said its chairman Hui Ka Yan was placed under “residential surveillance” due to his suspected involvement in “illegal crimes”.

Enforcement

Evergrade Subsidiary Hengda Group Under Investigation

By Editors | 26/09/2023

Due to the investigation, Evergrande is now no longer qualified to issue new notes that were supposed to form part of its restructuring plan.

Enforcement

Senior Nomura Banker Barred from Leaving China – Report

By Editors | 26/09/2023

The travel ban is said to be connected to a long-running investigation into two key executives of China Renaissance.

Securities / Derivatives

SZSE to Revise Corporate Bond Issuance and Underwriting Rules

By Mark Johnston | 26/09/2023

SZSE has revised regulations covering the issuance, listing, underwriting and suitability management of corporate bonds.