Monthly Archives: August 2020

India – SEBI Foreign Portfolio Investors

On 31 August 2020, IND SEBI decided that for the entities from jurisdictions which are under lockdown, the temporary relaxations shall be extended until lockdown is lifted. However, in-transit applications shall be processed on the basis of previous provisions. For entities from jurisdictions where lockdown is lifted, the relaxation is not applicable.  
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Sweden – Fines BNP Paribas Late Short Selling Report

On 26 August 2020, SWE FI issued fine to BNP Paribas for late reporting. SWE FI imposed fine of SEK 5,000 to BNP Paribas due to failure to notify on time a short net position in shares in SAS AB achieved relevant threshold for notification. Based on §5 of Act [2012:735] with supplementary provisions of…
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Russia – EXC Start Foreign Stock Trading

On 24 August 2020, RUS EXC announced start of trading in foreign stocks. RUS EXC began trading in foreign equities on 24 August 2020, admitting 20 stocks from S&P 500 Index, 19 stocks available for trading in main and after-hours trading sessions. Stocks Covered Apple stock to be added 7 September 2020, with delayed launch…
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Philippines – SEC Nully PSI Share Acquisition

On 20 August 2020, PHI SEC nullified acquisitions by PSI shareholder group. PHI SEC nullified acquisition of substantial shares in Professional Services (PSI), which operates The Medical City, by shareholder group who used fraud to take control of PSI. Follows PHI SEC November 2019 fined shareholders in takeover of Medical City. PSI Shares In 13…
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