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Financial Regulatory Storm
In response to the central government’s recent calls to rein in financial risks, regulators of banks, insurers and the stock market have rolled out measures targeting long-standing issues in this sector
Five Things You Need to Know About China’s New Cabinet-Level Financial Stability Committee
Initiative to improve interagency coordination, shift away from easy money without sacrificing economic growth
China Opens Bond Repo Market Wider to Foreign Investors in Push for Global Integration
New rules align with international practices, giving foreign funds greater access to onshore liquidity
In Depth: Lawsuits Lay Bare Shortcomings of China’s Commercial Insurers
The rejection of coverage for Duchenne muscular dystrophy in a three-year-old boy over technicalities showed his mother the limits of a critical illness policy she had put her faith in
CX Daily: Beijing Bets on New Policy Tool to Bolster Emerging Sector Investment
China will stop seeking preferential treatment reserved for developing countries in future WTO talks, Premier Li Qiang says
Trade War Monitor, Sept. 22: Fragile Optimism as TikTok Deal Takes Shape
A phone call between Xi and Trump signals a breakthrough on TikTok, but Beijing’s new antitrust probe into Nvidia shows the U.S.-China trade war is far from over
China Escalates Antitrust Scrutiny of Nvidia Over Mellanox Deal
Regulators say the U.S. chipmaker breached merger terms, potentially exposing it to billions of dollars in fines
Hong Kong Moves to Ease Capital Rules for Banks Holding Licensed Crypto
New crypto asset framework could lower costs for banks, bolster city’s role as digital finance hub
Alipay Fined by Luxembourg Regulator for Anti-Money Laundering Breaches
The 214,000 euro penalty, for what the watchdog calls ‘important breaches,’ highlights the compliance challenges Chinese payment giants face when expanding into Europe
Exclusive: Chinese Illegal Margin Financing Mastermind Surrenders U.K. Assets
Song Shijie has been on the lam from Chinese authorities over his alleged involvement in criminal securities transactions and money laundering
Chinese Robot Startup Unitree Gears Up for Market Debut
Startup emphasizes civilian use of its robots as it prepares IPO filing between October and December
In Depth: TV Industry Hopes for Dramatic Growth After Beijing Loosens Grip
Market insiders warn reforms might not be enough for traditional media to see off the challenge posed by ‘micro-dramas’
CX Briefing: BYD to Build Malaysia Factory
Also in today’s rundown: Yuan picks up strength as U.S. dollar weakens, Beijing unveils plan to expand national carbon market
Exclusive: China’s Top Securities Regulator Reshuffles Key Departmental Heads
CSRC has appointed new leaders to two of its most important divisions: fund and intermediary supervision, and international affairs, sources say
Couriers Hike Prices in Face of Toxic Competition Crackdown
Logistics firms have raised their fees in Guangdong province and the consumer products hub of Yiwu, sources say
Exclusive: Ex-IPO Regulator Found With Up to 300 Million Yuan in Cash
Yang Jiaohong has been accused of illegally acquiring shares in companies preparing to list
Ant Group’s Bid to Acquire Hong Kong Brokerage Faces Hurdles as Internet Platforms Remain Under Heightened Regulation
Ant Group’s attempt to acquire 50.55% of Hong Kong-listed Bright Smart Securities for HK$2.814 billion (US$360 million) has stalled, pending approvals from Chinese regulators including the NDRC and multiple financial authorities. Regulatory scrutiny focuses on compliance and illegal cross-border brokerage issues; prior attempts by Ant and other internet firms to secure brokerage licenses have also failed. Ongoing uncertainty over Ant’s acquisition and regulatory stance has led to volatile Bright Smart stock prices and limited strategic clarity for both companies.
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