Capital / Liquidity

    Securities / Derivatives

    ASX Finalises Dynamic Default Fund Framework for Futures Clearing

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 01/04/2026

    ASX has finalised its new framework, adopting key industry proposals on recovery powers and waterfall structure but retaining its contentious sizing methodology.

    Capital / Liquidity

    RBI Extends Trade Relief Measures to Support Exporters

    By Manesh Samtani | 01/04/2026

    The RBI has extended key deadlines for export financing to support businesses amid ongoing geopolitical and logistical disruptions.

    Capital / Liquidity

    Korea Launches New Microfinance Initiatives to Boost Financial Inclusion

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 01/04/2026

    Three new microfinance products have been launched to provide low-interest credit to young people and vulnerable groups who struggle with mainstream finance.

    Capital / Liquidity

    IAIS Flags Gaps in Insurer Resolution and Liquidity Frameworks

    By Manesh Samtani | 01/04/2026

    An assessment of major insurance markets, including in APAC, found weaknesses in resolution planning, powers, and liquidity risk disclosure requirements.

    Market Infrastructure

    BNM Targets Cyber Risk, Consumer Credit in Latest Stability Review

    By Manesh Samtani | 01/04/2026

    Bank Negara Malaysia’s latest stability review outlines new measures for operational resilience, consumer credit, and insurance, while affirming the health of the financial system.

    Capital / Liquidity

    Singapore's New Insurance Capital Rules Take Effect, MAS Warns on Asset Risks

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 01/04/2026

    The rules, finalised on 16 March, introduce changes for infrastructure investments and equity risk, as MAS signals a future consultation on reinsurance.

    Capital / Liquidity

    South Korea Planning KRW 50 Trillion Venture Support Fund

    By Manesh Samtani | 01/04/2026

    The plan includes significant direct and indirect investments and offers liability exemptions to participating financial institutions to boost the innovation ecosystem.

    Fintech / Regtech

    HKMA Financial Stability Report Flags Risks From Global Tensions, AI Boom

    By Manesh Samtani | 31/03/2026

    Hong Kong’s banking sector remains resilient but faces risks from global uncertainties and the AI boom, the HKMA says.

    Capital / Liquidity

    Bank Indonesia Launches FX Repo Facility to Deepen Markets

    By Mark Johnston | 31/03/2026

    The central bank will allow its foreign currency securities to be used as collateral in new repo transactions to boost liquidity and support the rupiah.

    Securities / Derivatives

    China Issues Largest QDII Quota Increase Since 2021

    By Manesh Samtani | 31/03/2026

    The USD 5.3 billion increase comes amid high investor demand and a new regulatory push to prioritise public funds.

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