On 5 March 2026, Thai SEC issued press release regarding the amendments above. Thai SEC also published English version of the press release on the same day. Thai SEC reminded about the transitional period above, which ends 180 days from 4 March 2026 (i.e., Aug. 31, 2026). Background Existing approved major shareholding under the previous…
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China – CSRC Short-Swing Trading Rules
On 6 March 2026, CHI CSRC issued Several Provisions on Improving the Supervision of Specific Short-Swing Trading and explanatory note; to be effective on 7 April 2026.
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Turkey – CMB Short Selling Prohibition
On 1 March 2026, TUR CMB issued new bulletin on decisions by the board. TUR CMB issued bulletin 2026/11, Dec 11/417 concerning certain measures that have been taken to limit potential effects of geopolitical tensions and conflicts. Overview Taking into account developments occurring in TUR EXC markets and within framework of art 1 Capital Markets…
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U.S. – SEC Holding Foreign Insiders Accountable
On 27 February 2026, SEC adopted rule on holding foreign insiders accountable. SEC adopted final amendments to its rules and forms to reflect the disclosure requirements of recently enacted Holding foreign insiders accountable act (HFIA Act). Also published fact sheet on final rule, Chairman Atkins and Uyeda statements. Follows Senate enactment of S.1071, which included…
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Hong Kong – SFC Updated Takeover Table
On 2 March 2026, the SFC updated the Takeover Table with the following: offer period for Minmetals Land Limited (Stock Code: 00230) closed on 27 February 2026.
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Egypt – FRA Issued Rules on Securities Lending Operations
On 24 February 2026, EGY FRA issued rules on securities lending operations EGY FRA issued Resolution 365 of 2026 regulating securities lending operations for the purpose of short selling. Overview Establishes a comprehensive framework governing centralized securities lending through Misr for Central Clearing, Depository and Registry (MCDR). Defines key participants, borrowing client, lending client, brokerage…
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