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DIFC’s H1 2023 Performance Strengthens Dubai’s Position As A Global Finance And Innovation Hub

Date 01/08/2023

• Maktoum bin Mohammed: DIFC’s exceptional performance in the first half of the year once again demonstrates the strength of the ecosystem it offers for investment, innovation and enterprise to flourish in the financial industry
• Total number of registered companies increases from 4,031 to 4,949 in H1 2023, a 23% year-on-year growth
• A record-breaking 3,057 new jobs created, increasing the total workforce in DIFC by 20% year-on-year to 39,140
• 661 new companies join DIFC in H1 2023, a 23% increase from the same period last year
• FinTech and Innovation companies surge from 599 to 811, up 35% year-on-year
• DIFC is now home to 1,443 financial and innovation related companies, a 15% year-on-year growth.
• According to the Spring 2023 edition of the Global Financial Centres Index, Dubai is one of only ten financial centres categorised as a global leader with broad and deep capabilities
• Dubai is the only financial centre in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia region to be included in this classification

Tokyo Stock Exchange: Webpage Regarding The Incorporation Of Letters Into Securities Identification Codes

Date 01/08/2023

The Securities Identification Code Committee has set up a page on its website that provides an overview of the incorporation of letters into securities identification codes.

Bursa Malaysia Introduces Fundrewards: Invest & Win Cashback! Campaign For Users Of Bursa Fund Platform

Date 01/08/2023

• Investors stand to earn cashback rewards when using the Bursa Fund Platform
• to invest in unit trusts and wholesale funds

Dalian Commodity Exchange's New Validity Period For Soybean Oil Futures Standard Warehouse Receipt Starts From August 1st

Date 01/08/2023

To adapt to the changes in the soybean oil spot market and ensure smooth delivery, Dalian Commodity Exchange (DCE) issued an announcement on August 12, 2022, titled “Amendments to the Business Rules for Soybean Oil Futures of Dalian Commodity Exchange”. This announcement shortens the validity period of soybean oil futures standard warehouse receipts from a maximum of 12 months to a maximum of four months, starting from the first trading day of August 2023.

Securities Commission Malaysia Issues Guidelines To Strengthen Technology Risk Management Of Capital Market Entities

Date 01/08/2023

The Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) today issued the Guidelines on Technology Risk Management, which aims to promote robust and sound technology risk management practices among capital market entities. 

Tokyo Financial Exchange Trading Volume In July 2023

Date 01/08/2023

(1) FX Daily Futures contracts(Click 365)

The total trading volume of FX Daily Futures contracts (Click 365) was 2,586,333 ( -6.0% MoM / -7.9% YoY ) and its average daily trading volume was 123,162 . See the TABLE 1 for the composition of the trading volume.

Japan Exchange Group: Trading Overview In July 2023

Date 01/08/2023

Japan Exchange Group released Trading Overview in July 2023.

New Transactions Available In The ASIC Regulatory Portal

Date 01/08/2023

KEY POINTS

• From 31 July 2023, new transactions have been added to the ASIC Regulatory Portal.
• The new submission method features smart forms that help you to ensure the information required by ASIC is provided upfront.
• You will need to register for portal access should you need to submit the new transactions.

Shenzhen Stock Exchange Market Bulletin, July 28, 2023, Issue 24

Date 01/08/2023

Click here to download Shenzhen Stock Exchange's market bulletin, issue 24.

CFTC Commissioner Pham Announces Executive Staff Appointments

Date 31/07/2023

CFTC Commissioner Caroline D. Pham announced today Harry Jung has joined her staff as Counselor & Senior Policy Advisor. Brigitte Weyls has been appointed Chief Counsel. Meghan Tente continues to serve as Chief of Staff.