Asia-Pacific News
The latest industry and regulatory news affecting the Asia-Pacific region.
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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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Tech experts see evolution rather than revolution in ETD technology
Automation and operations are the focus, say brokers and exchanges at FIA Asia event.
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FIA submits comments to CSRC on draft Measures for the Administration of Futures Exchanges
FIA has responded to the China Securities Regulatory Commission’s (CSRC) consultation on its "Administrative Measures for Futures Exchanges." The draft Measures are significant as they establish a unified framework and lay down common requirements to be adopted by all futures exchanges established in the People's Republic of China.
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Cross Border: The Asia-Pacific Trading & Execution Landscape
The exchange-traded derivatives industry has been influenced and shaped by various dynamics, regionally and globally. In this webinar, a broad spectrum of industry experts discussed how they are adapting to these forces and to share their views on future developments.
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