Securities and Futures Commission

    Enforcement

    SFC Imposes One-Year Ban on RHB Securities Analyst

    By Editors | 06/02/2020

    The analyst traded stocks covered in research reports he prepared through his father’s securities trading account held at another brokerage.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Hong Kong PE Firms Should Reassess Licensing Obligations

    By Michael P Wong | 05/02/2020

    Hong Kong private equity firms should reassess whether they have complied with licensing requirements in light of new guidance from the SFC, says Dechert partner Michael Wong.

    Securities / Derivatives

    HK Bourse to Grant Relief on Issuer Results Announcements

    By Editors | 04/02/2020

    Listed companies experiencing difficulties publishing results or audited financial statements due to coronavirus-related travel and other restrictions may be granted relief.

    Enforcement

    SFC Suspends RHB Securities AE for Unauthorised Discretionary Trades

    By Editors | 30/01/2020

    The account executive conducted discretionary trades for a client account for almost two years without obtaining written authorisation.

    Enforcement

    SFC Launches Proceedings Against China Ding Yi Feng Manipulators

    By Editors | 23/01/2020

    On its first day of trading after a 10-month suspension, China Ding Yi Feng has lost 90% of its value, representing HKD 25 billion in lost market value.

    Securities / Derivatives

    SFC Offers Brokers, Fund Managers Guidance on Risk Governance

    By Editors | 21/01/2020

    Senior management, including the board, responsible officers and MICs will be held accountable for the overall risk management control of their firms.

    Enforcement

    Review Panel Offers Recommendations for Improving SFC Operations

    By Editors | 17/01/2020

    While welcoming the SFC’s front-loaded regulatory approach, the Process Review Panel says the regulator should be aware of its possible unintended effects and consider ways to minimise them.

    ESG / Sustainability

    Hong Kong, Thailand Set to Sign Cross-Border Funds Agreement

    By Editors | 17/01/2020

    Hong Kong’s SFC and Thailand’s SEC plan to sign a mutual recognition of funds agreement within the second quarter of this year.

    ESG / Sustainability

    HKMA Urges Family Offices to Set Up in Hong Kong

    By Editors | 17/01/2020

    The HKMA has been working to enhance Hong Kong’s competitiveness as a family office hub by developing talent, enhancing investment opportunities, and outreach.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Hong Kong, China Resume Discussions on ETF Connect

    By Editors | 15/01/2020

    SFC deputy chief executive Julia Leung has indicated that discussions with the CSRC have resumed to address the technical challenges of implementing an ETF Connect.

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