Trying to pinpoint the next black swan event is, by definition, nearly impossible. But liquidity shortages and market volatility could be possible causes
A discussion paper proposing that banks’ exposure to a single corporate, to connected parties, cannot exceed 25% could prompt companies to tap the local debt capital markets
The introduction by China of a deposit insurance scheme is a first step towards liberalising interest rates and allowing bank resolution. It could also spark the evolution of financial technology
Optimism around tax clarity in India could be short-lived. A little-noticed exemption in India’s budget means foreign investors could be liable for minimum alternate tax – and it could apply retroactively
The Asean Capital Markets Forum’s streamlined review framework to promote listings has been welcomed. But more details around fungibility and takeover codes are needed
On March 16 the Competition Commission of Singapore provisionally blocked a merger for the first time. Lawyers expect the regulator to become more active in this space
