Market Infrastructure

Securities / Derivatives

HKEX to Take 20pc Stake in HKMA’s CMU OmniClear Holdings

By Mark Johnston | 13/11/2025

Partnership aims to build a major regional CSD and advance Hong Kong’s fixed-income ecosystem and status as an RMB hub.

Fintech / Regtech

RBI Recognises First SRO for Payment System Operators

By Nithya Subramanian | 13/11/2025

The RBI has granted recognition to the Self‑Regulated PSO Association (SRPA) as a self-regulatory organisation for payment system operators, aimed at strengthening oversight.

Securities / Derivatives

Bursa Malaysia Unveils Cyber Resilience Framework for Stock Market

By Nithya Subramanian | 12/11/2025

The nine-pillar cyber resilience framework aims to bolster defences and reinforce investor confidence following the unauthorised trades incident earlier this year.

Securities / Derivatives

APAC Firms Lagging in Readiness for US Treasury Clearing Rules

By Mark Johnston | 12/11/2025

A global survey reveals 80 percent of Asia-based firms are still in the 'scoping' phase for looming US Treasury clearing rules.

Securities / Derivatives

China Revises Rules for Securities Settlement Risk Fund

By Mark Johnston | 12/11/2025

CSRC and Ministry of Finance update fund measures, expanding investment options and adding risk control requirements effective 8 December.

ESG / Sustainability

ASEAN Regulators Set Out Carbon Market Guidance to Bolster Financial Integrity

By Mark Johnston | 12/11/2025

ASEAN Capital Markets Forum issues new voluntary carbon market guidance, outlining regulatory frameworks and obligations for financial institutions.

Securities / Derivatives

India Weighs Allowing Banks into Commodity Derivatives Trading

By Nithya Subramanian | 12/11/2025

SEBI and RBI are considering a framework to allow banks trade commodity derivatives, aiming to boost liquidity and price discovery.

Securities / Derivatives

SEBI Proposes Revised Certification Rules for Securities Market Professionals

By Nithya Subramanian | 12/11/2025

The consultation paper proposes amendments aimed at broadening participation, enhancing training flexibility, and curbing misuse of exemptions.

Market Infrastructure

Indonesia Revives Plan to Redenominate Rupiah, Targeting 2027 Finalisation

By Mark Johnston | 11/11/2025

Finance ministry planning carryover bill to improve currency efficiency and credibility, aiming for finalisation within 24 months.