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SEC Proposes First In Series Of Rule Amendments To Remove References To Credit Ratings

Date 09/02/2011

The Securities and Exchange Commission today voted unanimously to propose amendments to its rules that would remove credit ratings as one of the conditions for companies seeking to use short-form registration when registering securities for public sale.

Deutsche Börse AG And NYSE Euronext Inc. Confirm Advanced Merger Discussions

Date 09/02/2011

In light of recent market rumors, Deutsche Börse AG and NYSE Euronext (NYX) today confirmed that they are engaged in advanced discussions regarding a potential business combination. They cautioned that no agreement has been reached.  They also noted that there cannot be any assurance that an agreement will be reached or, if an agreement is reached, that a transaction will be completed.  Any transaction would be subject to the approval of the two companies’ boards, regulatory and shareholder approvals, as well as other customary conditions.

CME Group Announces Volume In Natural Gas Futures Surpasses 500,000 Contracts

Date 09/02/2011

CME Group, the world’s leading and most diverse derivatives marketplace, announced record volume in its benchmark Henry Hub Natural Gas futures, which exceeded 500,000 contracts for the first time. On Monday, February 7, natural gas futures reached a record of 510,442 contracts, surpassing the previous record of 475,466 contracts set on January 20, 2011. Combined Henry Hub Natural Gas futures and options volume also reached a record 629,742 contracts.  

NYSE Euronext And Deutsche Börse Shares Suspended Pending News Announcement

Date 09/02/2011

The shares of both NYSE Euronext and Deutsche Börse have been suspended  pending news announcement. There is market speculation that a merger between the two exchanges may be imminent.

CBOE Holdings, Inc. Declares First Quarter 2011 Dividend

Date 09/02/2011

 CBOE Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: CBOE) announced today that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.10 per share of common stock payable on  March 25, 2011, to stockholders of record at the close of business on March 4, 2011.

TMX Group Inc. To Discuss Merger With London Stock Exchange Group plc

Date 09/02/2011

TMX Group Inc. will hold a press conference at TMX headquarters in Toronto at 10:00 EST on February 9, 2011.

Statement On Banking By The UK Chancellor Of The Exchequer

Date 09/02/2011

Mr Speaker, I would like to make a statement.

The near-collapse of the British banking system more than two years ago still generates today deep feelings of anger

U.S. Federal Reserve Chairman Ben S. Bernanke - The Economic Outlook And Monetary And Fiscal Policy - Before The Committee On The Budget, U.S. House Of Representatives, Washington, D.C.

Date 09/02/2011

Chairman Ryan, Ranking Member Van Hollen, and other members of the Committee, I am pleased to have this opportunity to offer my views on the economic outlook, monetary policy, and issues pertaining to the federal budget.

UK Government Welcomes Banks’ Statements On Lending 15% More To SMEs, And On Pay And Support For Regional Growth

Date 09/02/2011

The Government today welcomed the commitment by the UK’s biggest banks on lending expectations and capacity, the size of the 2010 bonus pool, pay disclosure and support for regional growth and the Big Society.

Thai Capital Market Bodies Urge Monitoring Situation

Date 09/02/2011

Thai stock prices have been affected by several factors, e.g., the Thai-Cambodian border tension, imposition of the Internal Security Act in seven Bangkok districts, and anti-government rallies, which are planned to intensify on February 11, noted Mr. Paiboon Nalinthrangkurn, chairman of the Federation of Thai Capital Market Organizations (FeTCO).  He suggested that investors buy stocks with sound fundamentals while keeping updated on global economic movement. The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) affirmed that it has received no reports that any listed firm has been significantly affected by the Thai-Cambodian border crisis, while assuring that it has been closely monitoring events.