Asia-Pacific News
The latest industry and regulatory news affecting the Asia-Pacific region.
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FIA submits comments to SGX on proposed changes to Futures Trading Rules
FIA has responded to the Singapore Exchange's consultation on proposed changes to its Futures Trading Rules and other rulebooks. While FIA generally supports the proposed changes, it also makes some recommendations and raises concerns about several proposals.
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China progresses with Futures and Derivatives Law implementing rules
The China Securities Regulatory Commission has issued several draft regulations for consultation in recent months to enhance and modernise China's derivatives markets.
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FIA responds to CSRC consultation paper on draft rules on the supervision and administration of futures companies
FIA makes three key observations and suggestions in its submitted comments to the China Securities Regulatory Commission’s consultation paper on draft Measures for the Supervision and Administration of Futures Companies.
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Commodity trends to watch this year
Last year was a rollercoaster for energy and commodity markets. Will markets return to business as usual in 2023 or have some been transformed in the aftermath of last year’s events? Here, we highlight key themes and events that emerged in 2022 and look at how they may play out this year.
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FIA responds to SEBI consultation paper on safeguarding clients’ funds placed with stock brokers/clearing members
FIA has expressed concern that the proposed requirements could have negative effects on the timing and operational complexity of returning funds to clients, hindering CMs' ability to dynamically meet the needs of their clients.
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FIA Responds to Hong Kong SFC risk management consultation for futures brokers
FIA says a one-size-fits-all approach should be avoided and instead advocates for greater flexibility to be given to futures brokers as long as the necessary risk controls and reporting requirements are in place.
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China further expands international access to its commodity markets
The Zhengzhou Commodity Exchange and Dalian Commodity Exchange have opened several key commodity futures and options contracts to overseas traders, capping off a year that has seen China take significant steps to remove barriers to international participation.
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FIA responds to Hong Kong SFC consultation on Position Limit Regime changes
FIA has responded to the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission’s consultation conclusions and further consultation on changes to the Position Limit Regime.
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CEO of NSE discusses India's key role in global derivatives markets
In a fireside chat at the FIA Asia Derivatives Conference, National Stock Exchange of India CEO Ashish Chauhan noted the demographics and high-tech culture of India are leading a revolution in its financial sector that creates a massive opportunity for derivatives market participants.
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Clearing experts: Market volatility driving innovation in collateral management
The sharp rise in market volatility this year has changed how market participants are managing the collateral necessary to back their derivatives trades, according to industry experts speaking at the FIA Asia Derivatives Conference in Singapore.
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