All posts tagged "corporate finance"
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630AML / KYCMAS Offers Update on Major Ongoing Investigations
MAS' latest enforcement report includes a new section providing updates on cases relating to Noble Group, Hyflux, Eagle Hospitality Trust, and Hui Xun Asset Management.
April 29, 2022 -
345Securities / DerivativesMAS Publishes New Compliance Toolkit for CMS Licensees
The toolkit is applicable to CMS licensees that deal in capital markets products, advise on corporate finance, or provide product financing, custodial services or credit rating services.
March 31, 2022 -
361Securities / Derivatives
MAS Issues New Compliance Toolkits for Fund Managers, CMS Licensees
The compliance toolkits will provide regulated entities with a simple reference on the common applications, forms and submission requirements.
March 15, 2022 -
764Crypto / Digital AssetsPaxos, Sygnum to Offer Digital Asset Services in Singapore
Paxos will gain a DPT licence under the Payment Services Act. Sygnum will provide fund unit tokenisation and securitise NFTs and metaverse assets.
March 11, 2022 -
1.6KContributed ArticleSFC’s New Rules on Bookbuilding & Placing Activities: What to Know
Alan Linning and Susanne Harris explain the new requirements and offer guidance on next steps for intermediaries to prepare for compliance by August.
March 2, 2022 -
624FeatureHKEX Finalises Framework for SPAC Listings in Hong Kong
The new framework takes effect on 1 January. A SPAC’s securities must be distributed to at least 20 institutional professional investors, down from 30 proposed during consultation.
December 20, 2021 -
543FeatureMAS to Raise Corporate Finance Due Diligence Standards
The new rules will require corporate finance advisers to establish a governance framework for due diligence which includes ensuring the veracity of information obtained.
December 16, 2021 -
539Hong Kong
HKEX Issues Consultation on Listing Regime for SPACs
A SPAC has to raise at least HKD 1 billion from its initial offering. Subscription and trading will be restricted to professional investors.
September 17, 2021 -
428MalaysiaBursa Malaysia to Enhance Framework for Main Market Advisers
The amendments will make available a wider pool of qualified corporate finance advisers to act as a Recognised Principal Adviser on the Main Market.
August 12, 2021 -
1.3KESG / SustainabilityNew Competency Framework to Take Effect from January: SFC
Raising professional standards is crucial to maintain quality markets, particularly in view of the rapidly evolving financial landscape, says SFC chief Ashley Alder.
June 21, 2021
