regulators

Canadian securities regulators push for sanctions against Chinese forestry company Sino-Forest and its senior management.

With the onset of China''s National People''s Congress last week, policy-making is once again entering that peculiar period of intense behind-the-scenes activity combined with public ''no comments'' on important policies.

Some players fear firms are boosting assets under management to lure acquirers regardless of risk.

The consultation paper released at the weekend is likely to generate wild debate about the offering of hedge funds to public investors.