Securities / Derivatives

Securities / Derivatives

India’s Supreme Court to Examine Constitutional Validity of Securities Tax

By Nithya Subramanian | 08/10/2025

The petitioner claims Securities Transaction Tax violates fundamental rights and results in double taxation on market trades.

Market Infrastructure

Australia to End ASX Listings Monopoly with Cboe Approval

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 08/10/2025

ASIC has approved Cboe Australia’s application to list companies, introducing direct competition for IPOs in Australia for the first time.

Securities / Derivatives

New Hong Kong Task Force to Help Mainland Firms "GoGlobal"

By Manesh Samtani | 07/10/2025

A new task force will help mainland firms expand overseas, while potential rule changes could lower the bar for new IPOs.

Securities / Derivatives

Korea Mandates Industrial Accident Disclosures, Tightens ESG Rules

By Editors | 07/10/2025

New rules will require listed firms to report major accidents and ensure ESG raters factor them into evaluations to manage financial risks.

Securities / Derivatives

Indonesia OJK Takes Over Oversight of Financial Derivatives from Bappebti

By Nithya Subramanian | 07/10/2025

OJK will focus on strengthening oversight through enhanced reporting, investor identification, and coordinated supervision.

Securities / Derivatives

RBI Opens Corporate Debt Market to Foreign Holders of Rupee Vostro Accounts

By Nithya Subramanian | 07/10/2025

The RBI has expanded the investment avenues for Special Rupee Vostro Account balances, now allowing non-residents to purchase corporate bonds and commercial paper.

Securities / Derivatives

Thailand Unveils 'Quick Win' Reforms to Revitalise Stock Market

By Manesh Samtani | 07/10/2025

Regulators will streamline IPO rules, fast-track a new savings scheme, and boost enforcement to combat underperformance and attract foreign investment.

Securities / Derivatives

ICMA, AFME Release Standard Bond Deal NDA Template for Emerging Markets

By Mark Johnston | 07/10/2025

ICMA and AFME published a template confidentiality agreement to help streamline bond offerings for emerging market and infrequent issuers.

Enforcement

Korea Moves to Toughen Penalties in Market Manipulation Cases

By Mark Johnston | 07/10/2025

Policymakers are seeking to use existing laws to confiscate principal funds, not just illegal profits, to create a stronger deterrent.