Securities / Derivatives

Securities / Derivatives

South Korea Faces Debate Over Proposed KOSDAQ Market Separation

By Nithya Subramanian | 26/02/2026

A proposal to spin off the KOSDAQ market from the KRX has triggered opposition from unions and regional leaders, intensifying debate over the future structure of capital markets.

ESG / Sustainability

South Korea Sets 2028 Start for Mandatory ESG Disclosure

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 26/02/2026

The FSC unveiled a roadmap for ISSB-based reporting, a KRW 790 trillion funding plan, and new data platforms for banks.

Securities / Derivatives

Korea FSS Urges Foreign Firms to Actively Support Capital Market Reforms

By Manesh Samtani | 25/02/2026

Regulator seeks cooperation on MSCI bid and consumer protection. CEOs push for improved market access and alignment with global standards.

ESG / Sustainability

Korea to Link Dividend Tax Breaks to Corporate Governance Disclosures

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 25/02/2026

New rule links tax incentives to 'Value-Up' disclosures, aiming to boost participation in the government's market reform programme.

Securities / Derivatives

India’s IFSCA Proposes New Framework for Electronic Trading Platforms

By Nithya Subramanian | 25/02/2026

The draft framework mandates USD 1 million minimum net worth and "fit and proper" management for GIFT City electronic trading platforms.

Capital / Liquidity

Japan MOF Eyes JGB Auction Changes to Ease Long-End Pressure

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 25/02/2026

The finance ministry is considering revising its liquidity-support auction framework from April to rebalance supply and ease yields amid market volatility.

ESG / Sustainability

Environmental Group Files Complaint With SGX Against OCBC

By Nithya Subramanian | 25/02/2026

Market Forces alleged that OCBC failed to fully disclose climate risks tied to financing for Indonesia’s coal-powered Harita Nickel operations, potentially breaching SGX sustainability reporting rules.

Securities / Derivatives

India to Monetise Public Infrastructure Assets Through Capital Market

By Editors | 25/02/2026

Five-year plan aims to unlock value from public infrastructure, with highways, power, railways, and ports forming the largest components.

Enforcement

Hong Kong SFC Secures Global Asset Freeze in HKEX Insider Dealing Case

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 25/02/2026

SFC obtains first-of-its-kind UK court order to freeze HKD 4.3 million linked to a former HKEX employee and relatives.