Regulatory Enhancements

 The SGX announced on 7 February 2014 several regulatory enhancements to improve information disclosed to investors.  There are three key areas:

a) Enhancement to Public Query process

b) Publication by SGX of Trade with Caution announcement

c) Notify Exchange on specific transactions and privy persons

Please read the announcement above to know what is being proposed.  I have no issue with items a) and b) as it leads to better investor awareness which will enable them to make more informed decisions.  I am not sure about item c) as Listed companies are engaging with potential suitors and looking at corporate action proposals on a regular basis.   When does this information become price sensitive ?   My view is when the ...