Securities / Derivatives

ESG / Sustainability

HKEX and Brazil's B3 Forge Alliance on Carbon Markets, Sustainable Finance

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 28/01/2026

The exchange operators will explore potential equity cross-listings and the development of new carbon and ESG products across Asia and South America.

Securities / Derivatives

Shanghai Rolls Out 18-point Roadmap to Cement Global Metals Pricing Influence

By Mark Johnston | 28/01/2026

Authorities in China’s financial hub unveil measures to integrate futures and spot markets, aiming to align pricing power with the nation’s dominance in production and consumption.

Securities / Derivatives

Singapore Governance Advocates Launch New Body to Rival SID

By Nithya Subramanian | 28/01/2026

New corporate governance organisation aims to enhance board effectiveness, practical oversight skills, and fiduciary accountability across the region.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Japan FSA to Propose Allowing Crypto ETFs on Stock Exchange

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 27/01/2026

Regulators are considering legal and tax reforms that would allow crypto ETFs, with major financial firms already preparing products.

Securities / Derivatives

India’s PFRDA Sets Up Expert Panel to Revamp Investment Rules

By Nithya Subramanian | 27/01/2026

The focus will be on strategic asset allocation, risk governance, diversification and long-term retirement outcomes.

Enforcement

SFC Suspends Two for Misconduct Involving HKD 3.4bn in Hidden Trades

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 27/01/2026

Regulator bans former account executives for concealing personal dealing in nominee accounts and circumventing internal controls over a nearly 10-year period.

Enforcement

US SEC Moves to Serve Summons on Adani Bypassing Indian Authorities

By Nithya Subramanian | 27/01/2026

The SEC has sought court approval to directly serve legal summons on Gautam and Sagar Adani, amid allegations linked to a cross-border corruption probe.

Enforcement

SEBI Accuses EY, PwC Executives of Insider Trading in Yes Bank Deal

By Nithya Subramanian | 27/01/2026

SEBI has issued show-cause notices to executives from EY, PwC and private equity firms Carlyle and Advent, alleging insider trading linked to Yes Bank’s USD 1.1 billion share sale in 2022.

Securities / Derivatives

SGX Eyes Deeper Ties With HK, Chinese Exchanges to Expand Yuan Business

By Nithya Subramanian | 27/01/2026

SGX has signalled openness to closer collaboration with HKEX and mainland Chinese bourses, as it looks to strengthen offshore yuan trading and deepen regional market connectivity.