1h
SFC updates framework for leveraged and inverse products
The regulator will allow certain leveraged and inverse products to adopt flexible leverage structures, while requiring additional disclosures on daily leverage targets.
3h
MSCI and SGX expand derivatives access across developed and emerging markets
The agreement introduces new index-linked futures and options through a centrally-cleared Asia Pacific venue.
4h
Shanghai Commercial Bank launches SME financial insights solution
The service allows business customers to view and analyse account data from multiple banks through a single platform.
23 Jul 2026
S&PDJI sees growing demand and a changing role for custom indices in Apac
As demand for tailored investment outcomes continues to grow, S&P Dow Jones Indices is expanding its capabilities across multi-asset, risk-managed and option-based strategies.
23 Jul 2026
KB Securities sanctioned over OTC derivatives, product sales and compliance failures
South Korea's regulator has sanctioned KB Securities following a broad review of its controls and sales practices.
22 Jul 2026
Barclays looks beyond FCNs as Apac expansion gathers pace
The UK bank is expanding its presence across Asia Pacific through greater automation, broader distribution and tailored solutions as demand grows across private banking, retail and insurance channels.
22 Jul 2026
Taishin Securities hit with ETF and ETN restrictions after FSC action
Taiwan’s FSC has taken disciplinary action against Taishin Securities following post-merger system failures, triggering restrictions on certain market activities including ETF liquidity provision and ETN issuance.
22 Jul 2026
Taiwan's FSC tightens futures risk controls with expanded HNW services
The regulator has introduced new trading safeguards and approved Taiwan Land Bank to serve high-net-worth clients.
21 Jul 2026
UBS builds for the next phase of Asia's structured products growth
Following its success at the SRP Asia Pacific Awards 2026, UBS shares insights into the trends driving structured products innovation across the region.
20 Jul 2026
SBI Holdings gets approval from MAS for Coinhako Group acquisition
The move aims to strengthen the Tokyo-based firm’s digital asset strategy across Southeast Asia and builds on the partnership outlined earlier this year.
20 Jul 2026
Ondo and SBI Group join forces to tokenise Japanese equities
The move links Japan’s capital markets with global tokenised markets and supports wider access to digital asset products.
17 Jul 2026
Korean regulators hit the brakes on single stock leverage ETNs
Regulatory authorities are freezing new single stock leveraged product launches, raising investor entry requirements and strengthening oversight after explosive growth in semiconductor-linked trading raised concerns over market volatility and potential losses.