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Taiwan Futures Exchange Newsletter - January 2026

Date 09/01/2026

Taiwan Futures Exchange (TAIFEX) concluded 2025 with total trading volume of 381.9 million contracts, while the average daily volume (ADV) stood at 1.6 million contracts. Supported by strong stock market performance and active turnover, Single Stock Futures (SSF) remained solid, with ADV increasing 9% year-over-year to 297 thousand contracts. Night-session SSF trading also continued to expand, with retails contributing around 45% of total volume. Meanwhile, the ADV of Micro TAIEX Futures (TMF) increased by 22% to 174 thousand contracts in 2025, with retail investors demonstrating strong participation, representing 63% of the trading volume.

New Dubai Financial Services Authority Thematic Review: Conflicts Of Interest Across DIFC Firms

Date 09/01/2026

The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) has published a Thematic Review report examining how Authorised Firms in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) identify, manage, and mitigate conflicts of interest risk. The Review assessed 710 Firms across various sectors and business models, providing a comprehensive view of current practices across the Centre.

Shanghai International Energy Exchange Has Released Its Circular On Releasing The Revised Articles Of Association Of Shanghai International Energy Exchange Co., Ltd

Date 09/01/2026

Shanghai International Energy Exchange has released its Circular on Releasing the Revised Articles of Association of Shanghai International Energy Exchange co., Ltd as follows:

The Revised Articles of Association of Shanghai International Energy Exchange co., Ltd has been approved by INE shareholders’ general meeting and China Securities Regulatory Commission.

SGX RegCo Consults On Listing Rules For Proposed Global Listing Board

Date 09/01/2026

Singapore Exchange Regulation (SGX RegCo) is consulting on the listing rulebook for the Global Listing Board, to be set up for the purpose of dual listings on SGX and Nasdaq. 

SGX Group’s December Performance Caps Stellar Year With Sustained Stock Market Momentum, Record Derivatives Volume

Date 09/01/2026

SGX Group (Singapore Exchange) today reported stellar trading activity in December, capping a pivotal year that amplified the appeal and quality of the Singapore stock market. Derivatives volume rose to a record for 2025 on strong institutional demand for trusted risk-management tools.

"EDQP Reawakening 2026: Unlocking The Next Value-Up Cycle For Singapore Equities" - Opening Remarks By Mr Alvin Tan, Minister Of State, Ministry Of National Development And Ministry Of Trade And Industry And Board Member, Monetary Authority Of Singapore At The Inaugural Singapore Equities Forum 2026 On 9 Jan 2026

Date 09/01/2026

Good morning. 

Thank you for inviting me to the inaugural Singapore Equities Forum. I’d like to thank the Securities Association of Singapore (SAS) and the Singapore Exchange (SGX) for organizing the Forum. 

 It is wonderful to see many key stakeholders representing brokers, research analysts, fund managers and investors, here today to collectively write the next chapter for Singapore’s equity market.

INE Has Released Its Circular On Releasing The Standard TSR 20 Futures Contract Of The Shanghai International Energy Exchange And The Other Implementing Rule

Date 09/01/2026

Shanghai International Energy Exchange has released its Circular on Releasing the Standard TSR 20 Futures Contract of the Shanghai International Energy Exchange and the Other Implementing Rule, as shown below:

The revised Standard TSR 20 Futures Contract of the Shanghai International Energy Exchange and the Delivery Rules of the Shanghai International Energy Exchange have been reviewed and adopted by the Board of Directors of Shanghai International Energy Exchange (INE), and reported to China Securities Regulatory Commission. These rules are hereby released and shall take effect since February 9, 2026.

HKEX To Introduce New Stock Option Classes

Date 09/01/2026

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) is pleased to announce today (Friday) the launch of six new stock option classes effective on Monday, 19 January 2026, building on the strong momentum in the single stock options market and offering more choices to investors.

Monetary Authority Of Singapore Proposes Legislative And Regulatory Changes To Facilitate Dual Listings On Global Listing Board

Date 09/01/2026

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) is seeking feedback on proposed amendments to the Securities and Futures Act 2001 (SFA) and draft regulations to facilitate dual listings on the Global Listing Board (GLB). The GLB, to be set up for the purpose of dual listings on SGX and Nasdaq, was announced on 19 November 2025. The proposed amendments aim to minimise friction for dual listings in three ways – to enable the use of a single prospectus; to align initial public offering (IPO) timelines between the U.S. and Singapore; and to permit issuers to conduct certain activities in a manner similar to practices in the U.S., such as when making forward-looking statements.

Bursa Malaysia Securities Publicly Reprimands And/Or Fines Reneuco Berhad And Five (5) Directors

Date 09/01/2026

Bursa Malaysia Securities Berhad [Registration No.: 200301033577 (635998-W)] (Bursa Malaysia Securities) has publicly reprimanded Reneuco Berhad (RENEUCO) and five (5) of its directors for breach of the Bursa Malaysia Securities MAIN Market Listing Requirements (MAIN LR). In addition, one (1) director was imposed a fine of RM2,500.