S. Korea Stresses Role of Central Bank for Sustainable Growth

05/06/2014

South Korea’s top central banker highlighted the increasing role of central banks in achieving sustainable economic growth following the global financial crisis.

Securities / Derivatives

Philippine Central Bank Allows Banks to Set Service Hours

04/06/2014

The Monetary Board is allowing banks to extend operating hours and services even without securing regulatory approval.

China Plans Crude Oil Futures Launch This Year

04/06/2014

China plans to launch its first crude oil futures contract this year as the nation further liberalises its capital markets.

China Banking Regulator Extends Credit Help to SMEs, Rural Firms

03/06/2014

The People’s Bank of China announced that it is stepping up credit support for small and medium-sized enterprises and rural firms.

Hong Kong Exchanges to Extend After-hours Futures Trading in November

03/06/2014

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Ltd said it will extend after-hours futures trading by 45 minutes in a move that could attract more trading from clients in the North American and European markets.

IOSCO Consults on Framework for Investor Education

03/06/2014

The need for investor education and financial literacy has never been greater than today amid a fast-evolving marketplace, says the International Organization of Securities Commissions as it issued a consultation paper seeking industry views on financial literacy.

Singapore Announces Re-appointments to the MAS Board of Directors

03/06/2014

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) announced the re-appointments of Lim Hng Kiang, the city-state’s Minister for Trade and Industry to the MAS board of directors as deputy chairman for a further period of two years with effect from 1 June 2014.

Hong Kong Exchanges Issues Guidance on Reverse Takeover and Acquisitions

03/06/2014

The Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Ltd (HKEx), through its subsidiary the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong, has published a guidance letter on the application of the reverse takeover norms in its listing rules.

Hong Kong Regulator Launches Online Platform for Merger and Takeover Disclosures

03/06/2014

The Securities and Futures Commission has launched a new online platform to streamline the submission process for disclosures of dealings under takeovers and mergers code.