Securities / Derivatives

Crypto / Digital Assets

SFC Unveils Rules for Crypto Margin Trading, Perps, and Market Making

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 12/02/2026

The new measures, part of the ASPIRe roadmap, were announced at the Consensus 2026 conference and aim to boost liquidity for licensed crypto firms.

Securities / Derivatives

China Ease Refinancing Rules for Tech, High-Quality Firms

By Mark Johnston | 11/02/2026

The new rules will relax restrictions on using funds for working capital and allow firms trading below their IPO price to raise capital.

Securities / Derivatives

Indonesia Fast-Tracks Market Reforms, Starts Search for New OJK Leaders

By Manesh Samtani | 11/02/2026

New rules on free float and transparency are being fast-tracked as a selection panel is formed to fill vacant OJK leadership roles.

Securities / Derivatives

Pakistan Capital Market Adopts Faster T+1 Settlement Cycle

By Manesh Samtani | 11/02/2026

The move shortens the trade settlement period from two days, aiming to reduce risk, boost liquidity, and align with global standards.

Securities / Derivatives

NSE Calls for Review of Securities Transaction Tax Hike

By Editors | 11/02/2026

The bourse has acknowledged industry representations against the budget measure, which significantly increases the levy on equity futures and options.

Securities / Derivatives

SEBI Tightens Norms for CRAs on Cross-Regulatory Ratings

By Editors | 11/02/2026

New framework mandates clear separation of activities, enhanced disclosures, and explicit client consent to bolster investor protection and regulatory clarity.

Securities / Derivatives

HKEX Mandates Readiness Tests for New Derivatives Market Codes

By Editors | 11/02/2026

Exchange and clearing participants must confirm technical readiness by 24 April for system changes affecting stock options and futures.

Securities / Derivatives

SFC Secures HK$ 57.5m Compensation from Ex-Arta TechFin Directors

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 11/02/2026

Court also disqualifies nine former directors for breaches of duty in a case the SFC says sends an unequivocal message on corporate governance.

Securities / Derivatives

ISDA Adapts NGFS Climate Scenarios for Trading Books

By Manesh Samtani | 11/02/2026

ISDA has translated NGFS short-term scenarios into market shocks but notes they are less severe than supervisory stress tests.