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China Probe Into Conglomerate’s Collapse Ensnares More Former Regulators

By Manesh Samtani | 19/03/2026

The investigation found illegal fundraising and questionable ties between officials and the now-bankrupt conglomerate.

Securities / Derivatives

SFC Tasks HKEX with Enhancing Guidance on Internal Controls, Auditor Exits

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 19/03/2026

The SFC’s annual review of the stock exchange operator found failings in the vetting of company controls and the handling of late auditor resignations.

Securities / Derivatives

China's 15th Five-Year Plan Targets Deep Reforms to Establish 'Financial Powerhouse'

By Manesh Samtani | 18/03/2026

The 2026-2030 plan details a roadmap to build a ‘financial powerhouse’ through capital market reforms, expanded opening, and a focus on systemic risk management.

Securities / Derivatives

BIS Report Finds Offshore Activity Masks Financial Vulnerabilities

By Manesh Samtani | 18/03/2026

New report shows how firms use offshore centres to raise funds, complicating risk analysis and financial stability monitoring for regulators.

Securities / Derivatives

Korea Ruling Party Proposes Accelerated Timeline for ESG Disclosures

By Editors | 18/03/2026

Proposal aims to align with ISSB standards, making disclosures statutory and bringing forward the Scope 3 deadline by two years.

Capital / Liquidity

Korea FSS Urges Broker-Dealers to Tighten Risk Controls

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 18/03/2026

The FSS has ordered large securities firms to address risks in real estate PF, overseas assets, and funding amid market volatility.

Securities / Derivatives

SEBI Proposes Simpler Nomination Rules for Demat, MF Accounts

By Nithya Subramanian | 18/03/2026

The regulator has suggested default opt-in, fewer nominee details and a cap of four nominees to ease onboarding and reduce unclaimed assets.

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South Korea Delays Launch of Extended Stock Trading Hours

By Manesh Samtani | 18/03/2026

Korea Exchange has postponed its new pre- and after-market sessions to September following industry calls for more system testing.

Capital / Liquidity

ASIC Proposes Tougher Capital Rules for Fund Managers

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 18/03/2026

ASIC has launched a consultation to increase net tangible asset requirements for responsible entities, citing recent scheme collapses and market changes.