A-share lock-ups hinder PE exits China’s onshore IPO market is moving towards a registration-based system. But private equity professionals need reduced lock-ups if they are to exit onshore By Ashley Lee June 01 2015
LPs prefer China country funds Limited partners speaking at an industry conference have expressed a preference of country or sector focussed-general partners, noting their clearer value proposition By Ashley Lee June 01 2015
Chinese and Indian AT1s must evolve The write-down terms for AT1s are becoming standardised in Asia’s two largest jurisdictions, according to Fitch By Ashley Lee May 26 2015
A$ TLB first signals market shift The first Australian dollar term loan B tranche highlights the country’s superannuation funds’ search for yield By Ashley Lee May 26 2015
Korea proposes lifting FDI caps The government is trying to attract more foreign investors by streamlining filing procedures and liberalising restricted sectors By Ashley Lee May 26 2015
China/HK mutual recognition of funds moves forward The CSRC and SFC have reached an agreement on Mainland – Hong Kong mutual recognition of funds By Ashley Lee May 21 2015
China’s futures market to internationalise Following the success of the Stock Connect, the country is now seeking more international participation – and influence – in the global futures markets By Ashley Lee May 21 2015
HK dark pool rules finally released The SFC has finally released its consultation conclusions for regulating alternative liquidity pools after a 15-month wait By Ashley Lee May 21 2015
Southeast Asia Forum highlights Hopes for the region’s biggest economy are tarnished by legacy issues and incoming reforms By Ashley Lee May 20 2015
Deal of the month: Malaysia sukuk The record-breaking deal signals greater flexibility in the use of underlying assets By Ashley Lee May 20 2015