On 10 December 2020, SK FSC updated on passage of bill re illegal short-selling. SK FSC stated that the bill to regulate illegal short-selling was passed at the Dec. 9 plenary session of the national assembly, and now required cabinet approval. The bill covers the imposition of penalty charges and imprisonment of at least 1 […]
On 10 December 2020, RUS CB issued guide for submitting document. RUS CB issued recommendations for legal entities, individuals submitting applications for acquisition of equity instruments of financial institutions and control over members. Recommendations Provide an overview of the most common mistakes and ways to eliminate them. RUS CB reminds that period for consideration of […]
On 9 December 2020, AST GVT passed legislation on foreign investment framework reform. Requires foreign investors to seek approval for all investments in sensitive national security land or businesses, including starting such a business, regardless of value. Subjects foreign investors to enhanced monitoring and investigation powers. As well as continue to bear the costs of […]
On 8 December 2020, FR AMF updated guidance page on the EU regulation on short selling. Including updated excel file containing the history of net short positions made public.
On 7 December 2020, EU ESMA issued an updated list of market makers and authorized primary dealers using the exemption in regulation on both short selling and CDS.
On 7 December 2020, UK FCA updated position limits for commodity derivative contracts. Limits established under markets financial instruments regulations 2017 (MIFI regs). Limits revised in line with RTS 21, states they should be reviewed when there is major change in open interest, deliverable supply, other significant change in market. Changes reflect changing market conditions, […]