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China regulators ask funds to curb short selling of stock index futures

24 January 2024, 10:29 pm 1 minute

Reuters exclusively reported that China’s securities regulators have asked some hedge fund managers to restrict short selling in its stock index futures market, as authorities seek to stabilise sinking stocks.

Market Impact

The blue chip CSI300 Index (.CSI300), plunged to near five-year lows this week, prompting fresh vows by the government to steady capital markets.

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Topics of Interest: EconomyGovernment

Type: Reuters Best

Sectors: Economy & PolicyEquitiesFinancial ServicesGovernment & Public Services

Regions: Asia

Countries: China

Win Types: Exclusivity

Story Types: Exclusive / Scoop

Media Types: Text

Customer Impact: Significant National Story

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