First, it was the rain, then it was the humidity and now it is the World Cup that is keeping some of us inside in July. For the first time, Read the full article.
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Rulefinder Alerts to Temporary Short Selling Bans
On 26 July 2023, Rulefinder alerted subscribers to new temporary short selling bans in S Korea. Short selling bans effective for 1 trading day on 27 July.
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Liechtenstein – FMA Lowered Short Selling Reporting Threshold
On 18 July 2023, LIC FMA updated on lowered notification threshold for net positions. EC reviewed short selling reporting threshold appropriateness, amended Reg 236/2012 (SSR). EU Reg 2022/27 permanently changes the threshold for reporting significant net short selling in shares to competent authorities from 0.2% to 0.1%. Art 5(2) Reg 236/2012 replaced: reporting threshold is…
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Rulefinder Alerts to New Temporary Short Selling Bans
On 14 July 2023, Rulefinder identified new temporary short selling bans in S Korea. Short selling ban is in effect for 17 July 2023.
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U.K. – Treasury Further Consultation: Short Selling Reporting
On 11 July 2023, UK Treasury consulted on sovereign debt, default swaps. UK Treasury consultation seeks views on the government’s proposal to delete aspects of the Short Selling Regulation related to sovereign debt and credit default swaps. Follows UK Treasury December 2022 call for evidence on short selling rules. Also follows UK Chancellor July 2023…
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U.K. – GVT Response to Short Selling Call for Evidence
On 11 July 2023, UK Treasury published a document summarizing responses received. On same day UK Chancellor announced launch Mansion House reforms. It sets out the next steps for replacing the SSR with a UK-tailored regulatory regime for short selling, including key changes to short selling disclosure requirements. FCA will be given rule-making powers to…
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