Securities / Derivatives

Securities / Derivatives

Securities Association of China Expands Pay Clawbacks to Former Staff

By Mark Johnston | 23/04/2026

The SAC has revised remuneration rules for brokerages, mandating longer-term performance metrics and stricter deferral and clawback arrangements.

Fintech / Regtech

India, Korea Deepen Financial Ties with Regulatory, Payments Pacts

By Nithya Subramanian | 23/04/2026

The agreements include a regulatory MoU and a pact to integrate digital payment systems, aiming to boost investment and interoperability.

Securities / Derivatives

HKEX Creates New Senior Role to Build FIC Capabilities

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 23/04/2026

HKEX has appointed a Head of Debt Market Development to facilitate the build-out of its fixed income capabilities and advance Hong Kong’s position as an international bond hub.

Securities / Derivatives

Korea Pledges 'No Barriers' to Investment Amid WGBI Inclusion

By Mark Johnston | 23/04/2026

Officials have reassured Japanese investors of continued market improvements as the country begins its phased entry into the FTSE World Government Bond Index.

Securities / Derivatives

India's CCIL Seeks European Recognition to Ease Bond Trading

By Nithya Subramanian | 23/04/2026

The move follows a recent agreement between Indian and EU regulators, potentially lowering costs for European banks trading Indian debt.

Market Infrastructure

Hong Kong Officials Urge Asian Bourses to Unite for Global Capital

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 23/04/2026

At a major regional summit, Hong Kong’s finance chief called for a shift from competition to collaboration to attract investment.

Securities / Derivatives

APAC ETF Growth Driven by Regulatory Tailwinds, Active Expansion - Report

By Manesh Samtani | 23/04/2026

New State Street report highlights how regulation, product innovation and investor education are shaping a diverse and rapidly expanding ETF landscape.

Enforcement

India’s Fraud Office Summons Auditors in IndusInd Probe

By Nithya Subramanian | 23/04/2026

The investigation into alleged INR 20 billion accounting irregularities now includes major auditors associated with the bank over the past decade.

Securities / Derivatives

Australia, UK Deepen Investment Ties as Super Funds Hunt for European Assets

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 22/04/2026

The new pact comes as a delegation of Australia’s largest pension funds tours France and the UK seeking private market deals.