Securities / Derivatives

Securities / Derivatives

Philippine Lawmaker Calls for Review of Rules for Preferred Shares

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 24/10/2025

A PSE rule requiring a PHP 1 billion or 20 percent offer size is hindering subsidiaries of listed firms from tapping capital markets, a congressman says.

Market Infrastructure

HK LegCo Panel Reviews Key Financial Reforms Amid Economic Headwinds

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 24/10/2025

A legislative report details discussions with regulators on key initiatives, including AI sandboxes, tokenised bonds, and deepening Mainland China market access.

Securities / Derivatives

NZX Consults on Tailored Listing Rules for Co-operatives

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 23/10/2025

NZX’s proposed guidance clarifies potential waivers for rules on director independence and material transactions to provide greater flexibility and transparency.

Securities / Derivatives

Hong Kong and Jiangsu Province Sign MoU to Boost Financial Ties

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 23/10/2025

The agreement aims to deepen cooperation in capital markets, private equity, fintech, and wealth management, connecting Jiangsu firms with Hong Kong’s international financial services.

Securities / Derivatives

Singapore to Unveil New Market Measures in November

By Nithya Subramanian | 23/10/2025

MAS will unveil new market and regulatory measures including expanded equity fund appointments and listing reforms to deepen liquidity and help listed companies unlock shareholder value.

Securities / Derivatives

New Zealand Scales Back Climate Reporting Rules to Boost Capital Market

By Manesh Samtani | 23/10/2025

The government is drastically raising reporting thresholds and easing liability provisions, citing high compliance costs and a desire to encourage listings.

Securities / Derivatives

TAIFEX Overhauls Cybersecurity Rules for Futures Commission Merchants

By Editors | 23/10/2025

The futures exchange has replaced prescriptive security check requirements with a new procedural framework based on firms' security risk levels.

Securities / Derivatives

India’s PFRDA Proposes Dual Valuation Framework for Pension Funds

By Nithya Subramanian | 23/10/2025

The proposed dual valuation framework aims to stabilise NPS and APY returns, reduce NAV volatility, and support long-term infrastructure financing.

ESG / Sustainability

Thai SEC Broadens ESG Fund Investment Scope to Include REITs

By Mark Johnston | 23/10/2025

Thai SEC expanded the eligible assets for Thai ESG funds to include sustainable REITs and infrastructure funds, effective 16 October.