Securities / Derivatives

    AML / KYC

    SFC Urges Industry Action Amid 40pc Surge in Investment Fraud

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 11/03/2026

    Regulator reveals that a 24/7 payment-freeze mechanism has intercepted over 50 percent of targeted criminal funds, calling for greater industry cooperation.

    Securities / Derivatives

    India Eases Investment Curbs on Neighbours, Opening Door to China

    By Nithya Subramanian | 11/03/2026

    The new rules allow up to 10 percent stake purchases without prior approval and introduce a 60-day clearance timeline for larger investments.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Korean Lawmakers Propose Value-Up Disclosures For Undervalued Companies

    By Mark Johnston | 11/03/2026

    South Korean legislators have introduced a bill mandating corporate value enhancement plans for listed companies with persistently low price-to-book ratios to prevent market suppression.

    Securities / Derivatives

    SGX to Launch Asian Government Bond Futures Amid Geopolitical Turmoil

    By Nithya Subramanian | 11/03/2026

    The new derivatives will cover bonds from India and four South-east Asian nations, offering hedging tools amid rising geopolitical and interest-rate risks.

    Securities / Derivatives

    ASIC Proposes New Rules for Disclosing Derivative-Based Interests

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 11/03/2026

    ASIC has released draft rules to capture economic interests in listed companies held via equity derivatives, proposing key exemptions for market makers.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Korea Tightens Oversight of PE Fund Managers with New Internal Controls

    By Nithya Subramanian | 11/03/2026

    The FSS and industry group have introduced a self-regulation framework to strengthen ethics, governance and investor protection in the PEF sector.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Singapore to List Physical Gold ETF on SGX After Two Decades

    By Nithya Subramanian | 11/03/2026

    Lion Global Investors has launched gold-backed ETF tracking LBMA benchmark, giving investors cost-efficient exposure to physically vaulted bullion.

    Market Infrastructure

    Indonesia Launches Roadmap for Developing National Bullion Ecosystem

    By Mark Johnston | 11/03/2026

    The five-year plan aims to integrate the gold sector with financial services, supported by new regulations for investment products and sharia compliance.

    Securities / Derivatives

    SC Malaysia Unveils Capital Market Masterplan 2026-2030

    By Nithya Subramanian | 10/03/2026

    The five-year blueprint aims to significantly grow the market, enhance inclusivity, and position Malaysia as a sustainable and regional financial hub.

    Securities / Derivatives

    NZX Consults on Flexible Listing Spread, New Reverse Takeover Rules

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 10/03/2026

    NZX is seeking feedback on plans to allow liquidity facilities to meet spread rules and new requirements for reverse listings.

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