Securities / Derivatives

Securities / Derivatives

Hong Kong and UAE Launch Fund Passport, Agree Stock Exchange Cooperation

By Manesh Samtani | 19/09/2025

Regulators have established a mutual recognition framework for funds, while the Hong Kong and Abu Dhabi exchanges will explore cross-listings and ETFs.

Securities / Derivatives

Taiwan Eases Custody Rules for Offshore Securities Units

By Editors | 19/09/2025

The FSC will permit offshore securities units to use qualified foreign custodians for client funds to boost Taiwan's asset management ambitions.

Securities / Derivatives

Korea to Institutionalise OTC Exchanges for Unlisted Stocks, Fractional Investments

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 19/09/2025

The regulations will create dedicated licences for OTC platforms, formalising rules on capital, investor protection, and market infrastructure.

Enforcement

US Regulator Fines Korea's Shinhan Securities for NYMEX Wash Trades

By Editors | 19/09/2025

The Korean firm will pay a USD 212,500 penalty for executing trades that negated market risk, receiving a reduced fine for cooperation.

Enforcement

Hong Kong Court Appoints Receivers Over Evergrande Founder's Assets

By Editors | 18/09/2025

The move follows Hui Ka Yan's failure to disclose his worldwide assets, as liquidators also pursue the ex-CEO's holdings.

Securities / Derivatives

Vietnam Minister Details Reform Progress in London Push for Market Upgrade

By Editors | 18/09/2025

Finance Minister Nguyen Van Thang met with LSE and FTSE Russell executives to promote reforms aimed at securing emerging market status.

Securities / Derivatives

SGX RegCo Urges REITs to Unlock Value, Brace for Stricter Climate Rules

By Nithya Subramanian | 18/09/2025

SGX RegCo will move towards a disclosure-based regime while tightening climate reporting standards, said Tan Boon Gin.

Securities / Derivatives

India’s CBI Files Supplementary Chargesheet in NSE Co-location Case

By Nithya Subramanian | 18/09/2025

The chargesheet has named additional brokers and detailed their alleged role in securing preferential access to trading servers.

Securities / Derivatives

Hong Kong Unveils Sweeping Financial Reforms to Boost Hub Status

By Manesh Samtani | 18/09/2025

Chief Executive John Lee's policy address focused on digital assets, RMB internationalisation, and wealth management to reinforce Hong Kong's role as a global financial centre.