SECURITIES / DERIVATIVES

Market Infrastructure

SEBI Issues Two Warning Letters to NSDL for Compliance Lapses

By Nithya Subramanian | 10/06/2025

The first letter concerns securities failing to appear in some investors’ demat accounts on the day of IPO allotments. The second concerns cyber alert monitoring.

Enforcement

Singapore to Block Websites of Two Unlicensed Online Trading Platforms

By Nithya Subramanian | 10/06/2025

From 20 June, the Singapore public will not be able to access Octa and XM’s online platforms as they don’t have the requisite licences.

Securities / Derivatives

TPEx Expands Structured Bond Sales for Corporate Fundraising

By Mark Johnston | 10/06/2025

Taipei Exchange’s policy shift aims to boost corporate fundraising by expanding access to structured international bond sales.

Securities / Derivatives

Brazil Makes Plans to Issue First Sovereign Panda Bonds in China

By Manesh Samtani | 10/06/2025

Brazil considers issuing CNY-denominated bonds, seeking to diversify funding sources and strengthen ties with its largest trading partner.

Enforcement

FSS Korea Uncovers Violations by Quasi-Investment Advisory Firms

By Nithya Subramanian | 10/06/2025

The FSS uncovered widespread non-compliance among quasi-investment advisory firms, including reporting violations and unregistered advisory activities.

Securities / Derivatives

SET Proposes Adjustments to Free Float and IPO Rules

By Editors | 09/06/2025

The Thai bourse aims to boost market competitiveness by easing requirements for new listings, targeting major domestic and international firms.

Securities / Derivatives

MCX Gets SEBI Nod to Launch Electricity Futures Contract

By Nithya Subramanian | 09/06/2025

The new contract will help power producers, distribution companies, and large consumers manage price volatility and financial risks.

Securities / Derivatives

Taiwan Eases Foreign Securities Rules for High-Net-Worth Investors

By Editors | 09/06/2025

Taiwan’s FSC has relaxed age restrictions and custody rules to enable securities firms to better cater to sophisticated investors.

Securities / Derivatives

Taiwan Central Bank Warns of Growing Risks from ETF Market

By Nithya Subramanian | 09/06/2025

The growth of the ETF market poses financial stability risks due to investor herding, liquidity challenges and questionable asset management practices.