On 13 May 2025, MLY BML issued circular regarding securities for Shares2U. MLY BML issued circular on amendments to the BMS directive on the use of clearing, error or mistake, and investment accounts to facilitate the introduction of Shares2U. In addition, MLY BML published annexure 1 containing the detailed amendments. Framework Overview Shares2U is a…
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14 May 2025 – ASIC Fines Breaches of Short Selling Regulations
ASIC Fines for Systematic Breaches of Short Selling Regulations
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Taiwan – Issues Plan Re: Short Selling Balances
On 7 May 2025, TSE issued plan with respect to short selling balances. TSE said a new data addition to J-Quants API for individuals will be launched soon. Follows TSE November 2021 said it will restructure organization, build subsidiary. Details of Plan This new data addition will provide additional information on short selling balances reported…
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E.U. – ESMA Updates Q&A on Short Selling Regulation
On 6 May 2025, ESMA released an answer to a recent question on the EU Short Selling Regulation (Regulation (EU) 236/2012), via its online Q&A Tool. The Q: “When calculating net short positions in relation to issuers having both listed and non-listed shares, should the issued share capital also include non-listed shares?” The Answer: “Yes,…
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E.U. – ESMA Increased EU Data Use Reported Re: Short Selling
On 30 April 2025, ESMA issued new report on ensuring better data quality. ESMA published the fifth edition Report on the Quality and Use of Data, revealing how regulatory data collected had been used by EU authorities, providing insight on actions. Follows ESMA May 2024 issued report on regulatory data quality. Report Overview The document…
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U.S. – AIMA Letter to SEC Chair Includes Short Selling Reporting Reform
On 23 April 2025, AIMA issued new letter to new SEC chairman on priorities including short selling reporting reform. AIMA has written directly to SEC Chair Paul Atkins to congratulate him on confirmation as new Chair and to outline a series of targeted recommendations aimed at fostering efficient, well-functioning capital markets while promoting responsible innovation.…
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