The combination of the region’s ongoing economic importance, developing financial markets and regulatory environment is creating opportunities in derivatives, as the global market shifts its focus eastward. Embrace derivatives marketsThe ongoing development of China’s derivatives market is a significant highlight in the Asia-Pacific derivatives sector. On Oct 9, the China Securities Regulatory Commission’s Administrative Provisions on Programme Trading in the Futures Market was implemented. The provisions aim to enhance the regulation of programme trading, standardise its development and maintain order in futures trading. Looking aheadAsia’s growing importance on the global economic stage looks set to drive significant growth in its derivatives market.

Source: The Star January 21, 2026 10:26 UTC