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A selection of actionable insight, commentary and analysis on the major trends shaping the structured products markets.

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Market
Japan’s ‘paradox’ of homogeneity, asymmetry spark quant alpha: GSAM study

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Japan’s ‘paradox’ of homogeneity, asymmetry spark quant alpha: GSAM study

The recently released white paper argues that structural reforms, weak coverage and Japanese-language data create a moat around local information.

Market
RWAlpha unveils full-stack RWA infrastructure for ecosystem partners

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RWAlpha unveils full-stack RWA infrastructure for ecosystem partners

Tokenisation engine, decentralised vaults and compliance tools aim to support structured yield products on BNB Chain.

People
Exclusive: Causeway Securities ramps up hiring to build Asia presence

09 Jun 2026

Exclusive: Causeway Securities ramps up hiring to build Asia presence

The British structured products distributor has made a series of hires, including a former CEO, as it nears securing a Hong Kong licence to support its global expansion.

Regulation
Hong Kong regulators finalise OTC derivatives clearing rule changes

08 Jun 2026

Hong Kong regulators finalise OTC derivatives clearing rule changes

Hong Kong's financial regulators have concluded a consultation on proposed changes to clearing rules for over-the-counter (OTC) derivatives transactions.

Regulation
SFC greenlights leveraged and inverse products linked to Hong Kong stocks

05 Jun 2026

SFC greenlights leveraged and inverse products linked to Hong Kong stocks

Revised framework allows issuers to launch leveraged and inverse products linked to Hong Kong-listed mega-cap stocks while introducing additional operational safeguards.

Technology
Cathay United Bank adopts BlackRock’s Aladdin wealth platform

05 Jun 2026

Cathay United Bank adopts BlackRock’s Aladdin wealth platform

The private bank has aligned workflows and data systems as part of a broader effort to improve portfolio management and operational efficiency.

Market
Korean investors sustain overseas ETF demand: ETFGI

04 Jun 2026

Korean investors sustain overseas ETF demand: ETFGI

Leveraged semiconductor funds drove the largest purchases, sales and net settlements.

Market
Marex starts operations in Japan with Tokyo office

04 Jun 2026

Marex starts operations in Japan with Tokyo office

Financial services firm Marex has started operations in Japan through its subsidiary, Marex Securities Co., Ltd., as part of its expansion in the Asia-Pacific (Apac) region.

Market
Japan sees improvement in access to US-listed ETFs

04 Jun 2026

Japan sees improvement in access to US-listed ETFs

The number of US-listed exchange-traded funds (ETFs) available to investors in Japan has risen sharply over the past three years, according to a recent report.

Regulation
Chinese regulators tighten cross-border investment activities oversight

02 Jun 2026

Chinese regulators tighten cross-border investment activities oversight

The scrutiny comes with a focus on offshore fund distribution and account monitoring.

Regulation
SFC issues guidance on paperless securities transition

02 Jun 2026

SFC issues guidance on paperless securities transition

The Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has set out issuer responsibilities and timelines while the Stock Exchange published parallel guidance on Listing Rule obligations.

Market
Global X Japan floats metals ETFs tracking Solactive indices

02 Jun 2026

Global X Japan floats metals ETFs tracking Solactive indices

The funds include copper miners, silver miners and silver spot exposures, with one product hedged to the Japanese yen.