Securities / Derivatives

Securities / Derivatives

Indonesia Fast-Tracks Market Reforms, Starts Search for New OJK Leaders

By Manesh Samtani | 11/02/2026

New rules on free float and transparency are being fast-tracked as a selection panel is formed to fill vacant OJK leadership roles.

Securities / Derivatives

Pakistan Capital Market Adopts Faster T+1 Settlement Cycle

By Manesh Samtani | 11/02/2026

The move shortens the trade settlement period from two days, aiming to reduce risk, boost liquidity, and align with global standards.

Securities / Derivatives

NSE Calls for Review of Securities Transaction Tax Hike

By Editors | 11/02/2026

The bourse has acknowledged industry representations against the budget measure, which significantly increases the levy on equity futures and options.

Securities / Derivatives

SEBI Tightens Norms for CRAs on Cross-Regulatory Ratings

By Editors | 11/02/2026

New framework mandates clear separation of activities, enhanced disclosures, and explicit client consent to bolster investor protection and regulatory clarity.

Securities / Derivatives

HKEX Mandates Readiness Tests for New Derivatives Market Codes

By Editors | 11/02/2026

Exchange and clearing participants must confirm technical readiness by 24 April for system changes affecting stock options and futures.

Securities / Derivatives

SFC Secures HK$ 57.5m Compensation from Ex-Arta TechFin Directors

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 11/02/2026

Court also disqualifies nine former directors for breaches of duty in a case the SFC says sends an unequivocal message on corporate governance.

Securities / Derivatives

ISDA Adapts NGFS Climate Scenarios for Trading Books

By Manesh Samtani | 11/02/2026

ISDA has translated NGFS short-term scenarios into market shocks but notes they are less severe than supervisory stress tests.

Securities / Derivatives

ASX Chief Helen Lofthouse to Step Down in May 2026

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 11/02/2026

The departure comes as the ASX prepares for the first phase of its reset CHESS project and faces a regulatory probe.

Securities / Derivatives

ICMA Urges EU to Adopt Global View in SFDR 2.0 for APAC Interoperability

By Manesh Samtani | 11/02/2026

ICMA has called for the recognition of international standards to ensure the EU's new fund rules support cross-border investment