All posts tagged "FSC"
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1.1KSecurities & TradingNine Taiwan Brokers Approved to Issue ETNs – Report
The Taiwan Stock Exchange and GreTai Securities Market have so far approved a total of 9 securities firms to issue exchange traded notes in Q2 this year.
February 22, 2019 -
703Securities & TradingUPDATED – Taiwan Mulls Introduction of Intraday Odd-lot Trading
Currently, odd-lot trades are only permitted in after-hours trading. The introduction of intraday odd-lot trading will boost daily turnover and give retail investors more choice, the FSC says.
February 19, 2019 -
2.9KFintech / RegtechTaiwan FSC Sets Up Panel to Review Internet-only Bank Applications
The new panel will assess formal applications for internet-only bank licences. Chunghwa Telecom, Waterland Financial and Line Financial are each seeking licences.
February 14, 2019 -
639Fintech / RegtechS Korea Proposes New Legal Framework for P2P Sector
South Korea’s booming P2P lending market is in need of new legislation to enhance protections for investors and borrowers, says FSC chairman Choi Jongku.
February 13, 2019 -
1.0KAsia-PacificAsia Region Funds Passport Goes Live
Japan, Thailand, Australia ready to receive applications from prospective ARFP funds; New Zealand, S. Korea making progress on legal and regulatory requirements.
February 4, 2019 -
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S. Korea FSC Announces ‘Revitalisation Plan’ for KONEX Market
New rules for the KONEX are aimed at boosting liquidity and trust in the market, while also making fundraising easier for SMEs and venture companies.
January 31, 2019 -
608FeatureUPDATED – S. Korean to Change COFIX Calculation Starting in July
Bank lending rates should fall by about 0.27% under the new COFIX. The change in calculation is credit negative for Korean banks, says Moody's.
January 24, 2019 -
436KoreaS. Korean Regulators Require More Transparency on Bank Loans
New rules requiring disclosures to customers of credit assessment procedures and loan rate calculations have been introduced by South Korean regulators.
January 23, 2019 -
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S. Korea Broadens Professional Investor Pool to Boost Capital Markets
In addition to easing the requirements for registering as a professional investor, the FSC will introduce a new class of brokerage firm that will specialise in channelling funds to SMEs.
January 23, 2019 -
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S. Korea FSC Announces Fintech Policy Direction for 2019
More than 200 regulations under review to reduce barriers to fintech investment; Regulatory sandbox set for April launch.
January 17, 2019
