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Capital / Liquidity
BSP Enhances Rules on Voluntary Surrender of Banking Licences
By Editors | 24/09/2019
The guidelines are aimed at improving protections for depositors and creditors of banks that have decided to cease operations.
Securities / Derivatives
US, UK Agencies Work to Clean Up Credit Derivatives Market
By Editors | 24/09/2019
In a joint statement, the SEC, CFTC and FCA have pledged to work together to address “opportunistic strategies” that harm the credit derivatives market.
Enforcement
US SEC Settles Charges Against Nissan, Former CEO
By Editors | 24/09/2019
As settlement for underreporting CEO compensation, Nissan agreed to pay $15mn, while ex-CEO Carlos Ghosn will pay $1mn and get a 10-year officer and director bar.
Market Infrastructure
ISDA Issues Guidance on Executing Trades on Recognised Venues
By Editors | 23/09/2019
The guides describe how cross-border trading will work following the CFTC-MAS, CFTC-FSA and EC-MAS agreements on mutual recognition of derivatives trading venues.
Securities / Derivatives
Thailand, Cambodia Sign MoU on Cross-Border Listings
By Editors | 20/09/2019
A working group will be formed to implement mechanisms for cross-border equity offerings, dual listings and depositary receipts between the two countries.
Enforcement
Philippines Moves to End Abusive Practices by Fintech Lenders
By Editors | 18/09/2019
A code of ethics and code of conduct have been adopted by members of FinTechAlliance.ph prohibiting the harassment and shaming of delinquent borrowers.
Market Infrastructure
SGX Annual Report Highlights Rising Interest from Global Investors
By Manesh Samtani | 13/09/2019
SGX is exploring how new technologies can further add value for customers and improve operations, while its regulatory arm seeks a stronger presence and oversight.
Market Infrastructure
DTCC Outlines ‘No-Touch’ Vision for Post-Trade Processing
By Editors | 13/09/2019
Much of today’s post-trade process is still handled manually, resulting in greater risk, errors and costs, says DTCC in a new white paper, highlighting the need for a new approach.
Market Infrastructure
Thailand to Digitise Capital Market Processes with DLT
By Editors | 05/09/2019
The project aims to reduce the documentary procedures required in processes related to share issuances and offerings, securities registration, settlement and delivery, and KYC.
Securities / Derivatives
Sri Lanka Proposes Easing of Stock Market Listing Criteria
By Editors | 05/09/2019
Companies will no longer be required to have three years of consecutive profits to list on the main board of the Colombo Stock Exchange.
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