SECURITIES / DERIVATIVES

Securities / Derivatives

New Zealand FMA Warns 'Shadow Insider Trading' May Breach Laws

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 26/08/2025

The FMA has clarified that using confidential information about one company to trade in a related firm is a conduct risk.

Securities / Derivatives

FSS Korea Calls on Securities Industry to Upgrade IT Controls

By Nithya Subramanian | 26/08/2025

The FSS has directed securities firms to strengthen their IT controls, saying action will be taken against companies responsible for major incidents.

Securities / Derivatives

SEBI Considers Framework to Tame Unlisted Share 'Grey Market'

By Editors | 26/08/2025

SEBI is considering a regulated platform for pre-IPO trading to enhance transparency, improve price discovery, and boost tax revenue.

Securities / Derivatives

Cracking the European T+1 Code for APAC Firms

By Val Wotton | 26/08/2025

Europe's shift to T+1 settlement in 2027 presents unique challenges for APAC firms. Proactive automation, data harmonisation, and early preparation are crucial for successful adaptation.

ESG / Sustainability

Singapore Extends Climate Reporting Deadlines to Support Companies

By Nithya Subramanian | 26/08/2025

SGX RegCo and ACRA have set a phased approach to climate reporting, allowing smaller listed and large non-listed companies to adopt later timelines.

Securities / Derivatives

WFE Calls on Regulators to Crack Down on 'Tokenised Stocks'

By Editors | 26/08/2025

The WFE is calling on global regulators to address blockchain-based tokens mimicking equities, citing new risks and market integrity threats.

Securities / Derivatives

Hong Kong Launches Enhanced Arrangements for RMB Bond Repo

By Manesh Samtani | 26/08/2025

The new arrangements allow re-use of Chinese bond collateral and facilitate cross-currency trades saw over CNY 3 billion in transactions on debut.

Securities / Derivatives

India Post and AMFI Sign MOU for Mutual Fund Distribution

By Nithya Subramanian | 25/08/2025

Under the agreement, postal staff will act as mutual fund distributors, expanding access in rural and semi-urban areas.

Securities / Derivatives

CSRC Issues New Online Marketing Rules for Futures Firms

By Mark Johnston | 25/08/2025

The new rules tighten oversight of online marketing by futures companies, aiming to curb misconduct and enhance investor safeguards.