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ETFGI: Korean Retail Investors Continue To Embrace U.S.-Listed ETFs, With 21 ETFs Among Top 50 Overseas Securities Purchased In July

Date 21/08/2026

ETFGI, a leading independent research and consultancy firm covering trends in the global ETFs industry, reported today that 21 of the top 50 overseas securities purchased by Korean retail investors in July 2026 were U.S.-listed ETFs. This compares with 22 U.S.-listed ETFs among the top 50 overseas securities purchases in June, May, and April 2026, indicating continued strong investor demand for ETF products despite a modest decline in representation.

KraneShares Launches Asia AI Technology ETF Tracking The Solactive Asia AI Technology USD Index

Date 21/08/2026

Solactive is pleased to announce its collaboration with KraneShares on the KraneShares Asia AI Technology ETF, which tracks the Solactive Asia AI Technology USD Index. The ETF seeks to provide exposure to Asian companies positioned across the AI technology value chain, with a particular focus on the infrastructure and industrial capabilities supporting AI development and deployment.

Rates, Equity Volumes, And Market Structure: What's Shaping Markets In 2025: Jeffrey O'Connor, US Head Of Market Structure And Sell Side ATS Strategy At Liquidnet

Date 21/08/2026

Jeffrey O'Connor, US Head of Market Structure and Sell Side ATS Strategy at Liquidnet, shares his outlook on the key forces driving markets this year.

Borsa İstanbul’s Opening Bell Rang for Kapeks Kimya Sanayi A.Ş.

Date 21/08/2026

In his address at the Opening Bell Ceremony, Korkmaz Ergun, the CEO of Borsa İstanbul A.Ş., stated the following: 

“Distinguished Guests,

Today, I welcome you all to the Opening Bell Ceremony hosted by our Exchange as we celebrate the listing of Kapeks Kimya Sanayi A.Ş."

SET And Partners To Boost Environmental Resilience in Lampang Communities

Date 21/08/2026

KEY POINTS

• SET and SET Foundation, with three network partners, drive two environmental initiatives in Lampang: constructing 10,993 check dams as a royal merit-making tribute, and building environmental awareness in youth through EF brain skills development.
• Both initiatives unite local wisdom and community participation across all ages to build a sustainable foundation for environmental conservation

Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange Achieves 99% In Disclosure Compliance Of Financial Statements Of H1 2026 Of The Traded Listed Companies

Date 21/08/2026

Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) announced that it has succeeded in achieving a compliance rate of 99% regarding the disclosure of the audited financial statements of H1 2026 of its listed companies. 

HKEX: The Exchange To Extend Validity Period Of New Listing Applications

Date 21/08/2026

• Validity period for eligible New Listing applications will be extended from six months to 12 months; the new measure will apply for three years
• This adjustment gives applicants greater flexibility to manage their listing timetable and reduces the need for duplicate work
• Regulatory standards and investor protection safeguards remain unchanged

Decision By The Nasdaq Stockholm Disciplinary Committee Regarding Ovzon AB (publ)

Date 21/08/2026

The Disciplinary Committee of Nasdaq Stockholm (the “Exchange") has found that Ovzon AB (publ) (the “Company") has breached the rules of Nasdaq (the “Rulebook”) and therefore ordered the Company to pay a fine of two annual fees, corresponding to an amount of SEK 550,000. 

Speakers & Topics Announced For The 7th Annual ETFGI Global ETFs Insights Summit – United States On September 29 In New York City

Date 21/08/2026

EFTGI is delighted to unveil some of our speakers and topics for the 7th Annual ETFGI Global ETFs Insights Summit - United States, taking place on September 29 in New York City. Register now to join us to meet, network with, and hear from industry leaders across the region.

Tokyo Stock Exchange Holds 1st Meeting Of The Study Group On Developing The Growth Market

Date 21/08/2026