New Regulatory Changes Allowing ETF Investment in Real Estate and REITs
The Financial Services Commission has announced recent amendments permitting Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) to invest in real estate and REIT indirect funds, effective from the 18th. These regulatory changes aim to provide investors with broader options, particularly in tangible assets like real estate, while incorporating mechanisms to prevent excessive fee structures. In addition, to enhance transparency in dealing with real estate and infrastructure assets, the regulation has strengthened asset evaluation processes, mandating annual fair value assessments by independent external agencies.
To prevent overly complex product structures, the government has limited investment to within three tiers, a measure expected to boost investor confidence. Another critical aspect of the amendment involves strengthening the appraisal standards of alternative investment assets, set to be implemented six months later. This will allow investors to make more informed decisions with reliable evaluation data.
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