Chapter 1

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What are the individuals and companies seeking funding known as in the capital market?

Providers

Investors

Regulators

Issuers (correct)

Which group in the capital market has surplus funds and seeks investment opportunities?

Infrastructure providers

Users of funds

Suppliers of funds (correct)

Regulatory body

What is one consequence of not having a well-functioning capital market in an economy?

Lower reliance on bank financing

Increased access to various investors

Limited funding options for long-term projects (correct)

Greater ability for issuers to raise funds

What role does the market play in the capital market framework?

Facilitating the exchange of funds Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT one of the five main groups of players in the capital market?

Market analysts Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of individuals and companies that are investors in the capital market?

To participate in the issuer's prospects Signup and view all the answers

Which institution aids in the achievement of regulatory objectives within the capital market?

Securities Markets Regulations (SMR) Signup and view all the answers

How do users of funds typically acquire the funding they need?

Through issuing securities Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of the Brunei Darussalam Central Bank (BDCB)?

To maintain price stability and oversee the financial system Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the relationship between suppliers of funds and securities issuers?

Suppliers provide funds to issuers in exchange for securities Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the main functions of the BDCB?

To manage and issue currency notes and coins Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following entities is central to the capital market ecosystem in Brunei?

Market regulators Signup and view all the answers

What does the Securities Markets Order, 2013 aim to accomplish?

Ensure a transparent and fair market Signup and view all the answers

What unique characteristic does Brunei Darussalam’s monetary system have?

It is based on a Currency Board Arrangement Signup and view all the answers

How does the BDCB ensure confidence in Brunei's currency?

By backing currency with foreign exchange reserves Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of infrastructure providers in the capital market?

To facilitate activities between supply and demand Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary legislation governing capital markets in Brunei Darussalam?

Securities Markets Order, 2013 Signup and view all the answers

Which currency is the local currency of Brunei pegged to?

Singapore Dollar Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of BDCB in relation to financial institutions?

It supervises and regulates financial institutions. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following regulatory bodies is BDCB a member of?

International Organizations of Securities Commissions Signup and view all the answers

What is required for a company to conduct regulated activities in Brunei Darussalam?

Capital Markets Services Licence Signup and view all the answers

When did BDCB become a full signatory to the IOSCO Multilateral Memorandum of Understanding?

2016 Signup and view all the answers

Which order was repealed prior to the implementation of the Securities Markets Order, 2013?

Securities Order, 2001 Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the functions of BDCB related to exchange rates?

Management of the exchange rate regulation regime Signup and view all the answers

What is required before making a public offering according to the SMR?

A registration statement and a prospectus. Signup and view all the answers

What does Part VI of the SMO focus on?

Initial and ongoing reporting requirements of public companies. Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the SMR outlines the need for compliance and internal audit?

Part IV. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary requirement for Collective Investment Schemes (CIS) being offered to the public?

They must be licensed or recognized by the Authority. Signup and view all the answers

What powers does the Authority have according to Part X of the SMO?

To intervene in a regulated person’s business if necessary. Signup and view all the answers

How does Part VIII of the SMO address the management of regulated persons' records?

It focuses on maintaining, recording, and reporting requirements. Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect is covered under Part IX of the SMO?

Collective Investment Schemes (CIS). Signup and view all the answers

What does Part XI of the SMO address?

Complaints committee and investor compensation scheme. Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the main provisions outlined in Part II of the SMO regarding regulatory authority?

General prohibition of unlicensed activities Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is included in the definition of a market operator according to the SMO?

Recognised securities exchange Signup and view all the answers

What does Part IV of the SMO address?

Regulation of self-regulating organisations Signup and view all the answers

What is defined as a 'public offering' under the SMO?

Any sale of securities made to over fifty non-accredited investors Signup and view all the answers

What must market operators do according to the main items discussed in Part III of the SMO?

Obtain a license to operate Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect is NOT covered by Part III of the SMO regarding market operators?

Operational conduct of brokers and traders Signup and view all the answers

What power is highlighted in Part II of the SMO with regard to the Authority?

Regulatory duties to oversee the securities market Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a consequence mentioned in Part III of the SMO for non-compliance by market operators?

Legal action pending by investors Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following instruments is classified as a long-term debt instrument?

Debentures Signup and view all the answers

What type of security is represented by a contract that gives the holder the right but not the obligation to buy or sell an asset?

Options Signup and view all the answers

Which type of securities are issued by the government and easily traded in the market?

Government and public securities Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by 'instruments creating entitlements to shares or securities'?

Warrants Signup and view all the answers

Units in a pooled investment scheme are categorized under which type of security?

Units in collective investment scheme Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the primary purposes of client suitability requirements put in place by the Authority?

To ensure the right products are offered to the right investors Signup and view all the answers

Which practice is aimed to be prevented through investor protection measures?

Insider trading Signup and view all the answers

What role does the financial capital requirement serve in protecting investors?

It ensures entities can fulfill financial obligations to investors Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a component of the measures aimed at reducing financial crime?

Public marketing campaigns Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary legislation regulating the securities markets referred to as?

Securities Market Order Signup and view all the answers

What is one goal of enforcing compliance with the SMO and associated regulations?

To maintain a fair and efficient market Signup and view all the answers

What does the SMR provide in relation to the SMO?

Supportive regulations for compliance Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following contributes to ensuring minimal loss to customers during business winding up?

Rigorous capital requirements Signup and view all the answers

What must a person file before making a public offering according to Part II of the SMR?

Registration statement and prospectus Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the SMO covers the ongoing reporting requirements for public companies?

Part VI Signup and view all the answers

What aspect does Part IV of the SMR focus on?

Compliance and risk management Signup and view all the answers

What is required for a Collective Investment Scheme (CIS) to be offered to the public in Brunei Darussalam?

Licensing or recognition by the Authority Signup and view all the answers

What powers does the Authority have if it determines a regulated person is not fit to run regulated activities according to Part X of the SMO?

Intervene in the regulated person’s business Signup and view all the answers

Which is NOT covered under the continuing disclosure obligations specified in Part III of the SMR?

CIS administration regulations Signup and view all the answers

What does Part XII of the SMO allow the Authority to establish?

A financial markets services panel Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of Part VIII of the SMO?

Reporting and maintaining financial records Signup and view all the answers

What does Part IX of the SMO primarily deal with?

Collective Investment Schemes (CIS) Signup and view all the answers

What does the Capital Markets Services Licence (CMSL) primarily regulate?

The requirements of licensed entities and compliance Signup and view all the answers

Under the Securities Markets Order (SMO), what is the consequence for carrying out a regulated activity without the required license?

Possible fine, imprisonment, or both Signup and view all the answers

What can the Authority do in response to a compoundable offence under the SMO?

Collect a sum not exceeding half of the maximum fine Signup and view all the answers

What type of information is required for continuing disclosure obligations?

Price sensitive information and financial statements Signup and view all the answers

What does Part II of the SMO primarily address?

The general application of the SMO Signup and view all the answers

According to the definitions in the SMO, which of the following best describes a market operator?

A person managing a regulated market or the market itself Signup and view all the answers

What does the collective investment scheme guidelines include?

Activities related to marketing and transactions Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT a required step in the application process for market operators?

Establishing an internal audit committee Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a consequence for failing to comply with trading facility requirements under Part III of the SMO?

Fines imposed by the Authority Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following does NOT fall under the category of financial obligations for market operators?

Exposure to investment risks Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of Part V of the SMO?

Public offering of securities Signup and view all the answers

Which item is included in the duties of the Authority as stated in Part II of the SMO?

Regulating trade among market participants Signup and view all the answers

What can the Authority allow regarding information required in a prospectus?

Omission of non-material items Signup and view all the answers

What does the Securities Markets (Compoundable Offences) Regulations, 2015 govern?

Fines and penalties for various market violations Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes self-regulating organizations according to the SMO?

They enforce regulations binding on their members. Signup and view all the answers

Which of these aspects relates directly to financial and manpower resources of market operators?

Criteria for licensing and recognition Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following does Part III of the SMO NOT cover?

Rights of investors in securities Signup and view all the answers

What does a 'public offering' involve according to the SMO?

Selling securities to at least fifty non-accredited investors Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary requirement for market operators as detailed in Part III of the SMO?

Compliance with operational standards Signup and view all the answers

What function does Part IV of the SMO emphasize?

Regulation of self-regulating organizations Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Brunei Darussalam Central Bank (BDCB)

Established on January 1, 2011 as a statutory body
Aims to maintain price stability, ensure financial system stability, oversee payment systems, and develop a robust financial services sector
Issues and manages currency notes and coins in Brunei Darussalam
Conducts monetary policy based on the Currency Board Arrangement
Supervises and regulates banks and financial institutions
Regulates financial institutions through the BDCB Order and written laws administered by BDCB
Manages the exchange rate regulation regime
Manages the Authority's foreign reserves
Issues and manages securities issued by the Government
Is a member of the International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO)
Is a full signatory to IOSCO's Multilateral Memorandum of Understanding (MMoU) since 2016

Securities Markets Order, 2013 (SMO) and Securities Markets Regulations, 2015 (SMR)

The SMO is the primary legislation governing the capital markets in Brunei Darussalam
The SMO has three subsidiary legislations:
- Securities Markets Regulations, 2015 (SMR)
- Securities Markets (Compoundable Offences) Regulations, 2015
- Securities Markets (Fees) Regulations, 2015
The SMO and its subsidiary legislations can be found on http://www.agc.gov.bn/AGC%20Site%20Pages/The%20Laws%20of%20Brunei%20-%20S.aspx
The SMO regulates companies requiring a Capital Markets Services Licence (CMSL) to conduct regulated activities
The SMO applies to various areas including:
- Regulation of securities market players
- General prohibition of conducting activities without a license
- General application and prohibition pertinent to running Islamic investment business
- Authority's function and duty to regulate the securities market
- Authority's investigation powers
The SMR provides details for the SMO on:
- Continuing disclosure obligations
- Market operator's application, licensing, resources, business conduct, continuing obligation, and supervision
- Market infrastructure
- Public offering of securities
- Requirements for CIS (Collective Investment Schemes)
- Authority's power to intervene in a regulated person's business
- Complaints committee and investor compensation scheme
- Establishment of a financial markets services panel

Scope of the SMO

Part II: General application of the SMO
Part III: Regulatory requirements for securities market operators and market infrastructure
Part IV: Regulation of self-regulating organizations
Part V: Public offering of securities
Part VI: Statements and reporting requirements of public companies
Part VII: CMSL and CMSRL (Capital Markets Services Licence and Capital Markets Service Related Licence)
Part VIII: Maintaining, recording and reporting requirements for regulated persons
Part IX: Collective Investment Schemes (CIS)
Part X: Authority's powers to intervene in a regulated person’s business
Part XI: Complaints committee and investor compensation scheme
Part XII: Authority's ability to establish a financial markets services panel

Investor Protection

The Authority implements client suitability requirements and guidelines to ensure suitable products are offered and investors are equipped to make informed decisions.
Measures are in place to protect investors from fraudulent practices like insider trading, front running, and misuse of client assets.
Adequate capital requirements are established to ensure entities can fulfill financial obligations to investors, minimizing losses during business wind-up.
Supervision entities and enforcing regulations also contribute to investor protection.

Reducing Financial Crime

Strong law enforcement is crucial for market confidence, fairness, and efficiency.
Measures are in place to detect, deter, enforce, sanction, redress, and correct violations of law.
The Securities Markets Order (SMO) is the core legislation regulating the securities markets, covering entity and product regulations, and setting requirements for regulated entities and activities.
The Securities Markets Regulations (SMR) provides specific detailed regulations for complying with the SMO.
The SMO outlines the framework for regulating securities markets based on the Security Markets Order (SMO) and the Securities Markets Regulations (SMR).
The SMO specifies the framework and key requirements for a variety of entities and activities within the securities market.
The SMO addresses various aspects of the Authority’s investigative powers.

SMO and SMR - Overall Structure

Part I of the SMR defines the method of citation, commencement, and application.
Part II of the SMO details the SMO's general application, including:
- Areas covered by the SMO's regulatory scope.
- Prohibition on conducting unlicensed activities within the Authority’s regulatory scope.
- General application and prohibition related to running Islamic investment businesses.
- The Authority’s function and duty to regulate the securities market.
- Principles and code of practice for securities market participants.
Part III of the SMO outlines regulatory requirements for market operators and market infrastructure, including:
- Licensing, recognition, and designation of securities exchanges, clearing houses, and trading facilities.
- The regulation of credit rating agencies.
- Revocation of licenses, recognition, or designation.
Part V of the SMR specifies the application, licensing, resources, business conduct, continuing obligations, and supervision of market operators and market infrastructure.
Part IV of the SMO deals with the regulation of self-regulating organizations, which regulate investment business activities through binding regulations for their members or those subject to their control.
Part V of the SMO deals with the public offering of securities, defining it as an offer to sell to at least 51 people who are not accredited investors.
Part II of the SMR specifies the need for registration statements and prospectuses before a public offering.
Part VI of the SMO outlines statement and reporting requirements for public companies, on initial and ongoing bases.
Part III of the SMR provides details on continuing disclosure obligations.
Part VII of the SMO addresses the Capital Markets Services License (CMSL), which is required to carry on any SMO-regulated activities. It outlines general prohibitions, license applications, requirements, exemptions, and grant or renewal procedures.
Part IV of the SMR provides detailed requirements for both individuals and organizations, encompassing compliance, risk management, and internal audit.
Part VIII of the SMO details requirements for maintaining, recording, and reporting books, audits, and client assets for regulated entities.
Part IX of the SMO deals with Collective Investment Schemes (CIS), which are arrangements where investors share in profits or income generated by pooled assets. It addresses licensing, application for licensing, and recognition and revocation procedures.
The SMR specifies additional requirements for CIS, including marketing and transactions, administration, operations, delegation, outsourcing, and enforcement.
Part X of the SMO outlines the Authority's powers to intervene in regulated entities' businesses, including protection of investors, fitness to run activities, and violations of provisions.
Part XI of the SMO addresses complaints committee and investor compensation schemes.
Part XII of the SMO allows the Authority to establish a financial market services panel.
Part XIII of the SMO deals with general matters, including license fees, notification of changes and events, and penalties.
The Schedule at the end of the SMO defines securities and investment business activities, including:
- Shares, which represent ownership proportions of a company.
- Debentures, which are long-term debt instruments.
- Government and public securities, including government-issued securities and marketable securities.
- Instruments that grant rights similar to owning securities, such as warrants.
- Certificates representing securities ownership, like depository receipts.
- Units in Collective Investment Schemes.
- Options, which grant the right to buy or sell a financial instrument at a given price at a specific time.
- Futures, which involve contracts to buy or sell an item at a specific price at a predetermined time.
- Contracts for Difference (CFD), which allow the purchase or sale of financial instruments based on price differences.

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