Securities / Derivatives

    Securities / Derivatives

    Korea to Introduce Cornerstone Investor System to Stabilise IPO Market

    By Mark Johnston | 26/04/2026

    The new rules allow pre-allocation of IPO shares to long-term institutional investors who commit to a six-month lock-up, aiming to improve price discovery and stability.

    Enforcement

    Australian Court Dismisses ASIC’s Continuous Disclosure Case Against Nuix

    By Editors | 25/04/2026

    ASIC has lost its civil penalty proceedings against software company Nuix, with the court dismissing all claims and ordering the regulator to pay costs.

    Securities / Derivatives

    China and Brazil Launch Bond Market Connectivity Scheme

    By Mark Johnston | 24/04/2026

    Bank of Communications has been named the exclusive pilot bank for the new mechanism, which marks the first such link between China and another emerging market.

    Securities / Derivatives

    FSS Korea Warns Securities Firms on Promissory Note and IMA Risks

    By Editors | 24/04/2026

    The regulator called for stronger liquidity management, internal controls and investor protection as funding from the instruments surged to KRW 57.2 trillion.

    Securities / Derivatives

    South Korea to Tighten Holding Company Rules for Overseas Listings

    By Editors | 24/04/2026

    The KFTC plans to scrap an exemption for dual-listed firms, raising subsidiary ownership requirements to tackle regulatory loopholes and protect minority shareholders.

    Securities / Derivatives

    China IPO Hopefuls Reconsider Offshore Listings Amid Regulatory Scrutiny

    By Manesh Samtani | 24/04/2026

    Increased regulatory oversight of the VIE structure is forcing Chinese AI startups to reconsider their path to public markets in Hong Kong.

    Securities / Derivatives

    SGX RegCo to Mandate Pay, Dividends and Investor Relations Disclosures

    By Nithya Subramanian | 24/04/2026

    The proposals aim to enhance corporate transparency and sharpen issuers’ focus on shareholder value creation, with new rules slated for a phased implementation from 2027.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Tokyo Stock Exchange to Introduce Random Closing and Revamp Tick Sizes

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 24/04/2026

    The exchange has published a report outlining significant changes to its trading rules, aiming to improve price formation and market transparency.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Hong Kong and Malaysia Exchanges to Collaborate on ETFs and Listings

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 24/04/2026

    The bourses announced plans for a new cross-border ETF, dual listings, and Islamic finance products to enhance regional market connectivity.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Hong Kong Convenes Board for New Gold Clearing House

    By Editors | 24/04/2026

    The government-owned entity has convened its first board, aiming to launch trial operations this year to bolster the city's gold market infrastructure.

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