On 12 January 2026, Thai SEC issued proposal re short selling and SBL. Thai SEC consulted on proposed revisions to requirements for short selling and securities borrowing and lending (SBL) services provided by securities companies. Follows Thai SEC August 2025 proposed rules on margin lending and derivatives. Outline of Proposal The proposed revisions include clearly…
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Hong Kong – SFC Publishes Substantial Shareholding Announcement
On 13 January 2026, the SFC announced substantial shareholding in the following: in Aceso Life Science Group Limited (Stock Code: 00474)
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Hong Kong – SFC Updates Takeover Table
On 12 January 2026, the SFC updated the Takeover Table with the following: new offer period has commenced for LFG Investment Holdings Limited (stock code: 03938) from 9 January 2026.
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Taiwan – TPEX, Margin, Short Selling Operations
On 30 December 2025, TAI EXC amended Operating rules for securities firms handling margin purchases and short sales of securities, and issued explanatory note. In addition, TAI EXC amended the Contract for the handling by a securities firm of margin purchases and short selling in securities trading, and issued explanatory note. The amendments include introducing…
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U.K. – FCA New Short Selling Regime
On 17 December 2025, UK FB issued response to FCA consultation on changes to short selling regime; welcomed proposed guidance and focus on technical refinements. UK FB's response addressed areas where it believes further changes could contribute to more competitive, agile, open short selling regime for firms operating in the UK. Supported proposal to create…
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Thailand – SEC Proposal on Major Shareholders
On 24 December 2025, Thai SEC sought feedback on revising definition of major shareholders. Thai SEC said it is seeking public comments on the principles for revising the definition of major shareholders for securities businesses and digital asset businesses. Review is necessary because of increasing complexity of shareholding structures. Proposed Revisions Revisions include expanding the…
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