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Deutsche Börse Contemplates Acquisition Of International Securities Exchange

Date 30/04/2007

Deutsche Börse AG is contemplating to acquire the International Securities Exchange (ISE) through Eurex, a joint venture between SWX Swiss Exchange and Deutsche Börse AG, in a negotiated transaction for approximately USD 2.8 billion in cash, or USD 67.50 per ISE share. The Executive Board of Deutsche Börse AG has resolved to recommend the transaction to its Supervisory Board for approval. The Supervisory Board of Deutsche Börse AG, the Supervisory Board of SWX and the ISE Board of Directors shal

ISE Announces Possible Business Combination

Date 30/04/2007

In response to a press statement issued today by Deutsche Boerse AG, the International Securities Exchange Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: ISE) confirmed that it is in advanced discussions that could lead to a possible business combination with Eurex. The transaction is still subject to the negotiation of final terms and documentation as well as approval by ISE's Board of Directors.

Trading Hours Of FESE Member Exchanges

Date 30/04/2007

The Federation has updated the trading hours on European Cash equity markets.

CFTC Announces Appointment Of Terry Arbit As Acting General Counsel

Date 30/04/2007

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) announced today the appointment of Terry Arbit as Acting General Counsel, effective immediately. Mr. Arbit was also recently named the Deputy General Counsel for Regulation and Administration. Prior to that, Mr. Arbit served as Counsel to Chairman Reuben Jeffery.

IntercontinentalExchange Announces Global Clearing Strategy - ICE Clear<SUP>sm</SUP> To Serve Global Futures, OTC Markets In Commodities And Financials

Date 30/04/2007

IntercontinentalExchange (NYSE: ICE), the leading electronic energy marketplace and soft commodity exchange, today announced its plans to build on its existing U.S. clearing operations with the formation of a wholly-owned European clearing house. The clearing house will be based in London and is part of ICE’s strategic plan to offer clearing services through wholly-owned clearing businesses in the U.S. and the U.K. These clearing houses will complement ICE’s diverse futures and OTC exec

Minister Eelcomes National Audit Office Report On The UK Financial Services Authority (FSA)

Date 30/04/2007

Ed Balls, Economic Secretary, today published the Treasury-commissioned National Audit Office (NAO) report on economy, efficiency and effectiveness of the FSA. The report was presented to the City High-Level Group by Sir John Bourn, Head of the NAO, at a meeting hosted by Ed Balls, Economic Secretary.

Meeting Between CESR Chairman Eddy Wymeersch And Vice Chairman Carlos Tavares And US SEC Chairman Christopher Cox

Date 30/04/2007

Chairman Eddy Wymeersch and Vice Chairman Carlos Tavares of the Committee of European Securities Regulators (CESR) met on Friday 27th April with US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chairman Christopher Cox as part of the ongoing CESR-SEC dialogue.

HKEx Report On Initial Public Offering Applications, Delisting Proceedings And Suspensions

Date 30/04/2007

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EU And US To Sign Up To Transatlantic Economic Integration Plan At Washington Summit On 30 April

Date 30/04/2007

The annual EU-US Summit at the White House in Washington, DC on Monday 30 April will mark the adoption of a new framework for promoting transatlantic economic integration. The two-hour Summit, followed by a working lunch, will also deal with a full agenda of other issues such as Kosovo, working together to support the Middle East peace process, tackling climate change, and boosting energy security through the search for sustainable new resources and credi

SGX To Hold Extraordinary General Meeting On 2 May 2007

Date 30/04/2007

The Singapore Exchange(SGX)is to hold an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) on the proposed disposal of its stake in SGX Centre.