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LME Complaints Commissioner

Date 05/05/2026

This notice confirms that the LME has appointed Mr David Hopkins as the LME Complaints Commissioner for a three-year term with effect from 1 May 2026.

RS2 Expands Latin America Footprint Through Major Long-Term Processing Agreement - New Partnership Extends RS2’s Acquiring And Issuing Capabilities Across Eight Additional Markets, Reinforcing BankWORKS® As A Platform For Regional Payments Growth

Date 05/05/2026

RS2, a Tier-1 global provider of payment processing infrastructure and payment technology solutions, today announced a significant long-term processing agreement with a major financial services partner in Latin America.

US VC Funding Value Surges Over 200% In Q1 2026 As Capital Concentrates In Mega-Deals, Reveals GlobalData

Date 05/05/2026

US venture capital (VC) funding value surged over 200% in the first quarter (Q1) of 2026, even as deal volume grew by a modest 5%. This reflects a decisive tilt toward late-stage funding rounds and mega-deals, further cementing the US as the epicenter of global VC investment, reveals GlobalData, a leading intelligence and productivity platform.

View The Agenda & Register To Join ETFGI On May 20th In Mexico City At 7th Annual ETFGI Global ETFs Insights Summit

Date 05/05/2026

View the agenda, the speakers and Register Now to join ETFGI at its 7th Annual ETFGI Global ETFs Insights Summit – Latin America on May 20th in Mexico City at Bolsa Institucional de Valores (BIVA) and May 21st virtually.

Non-Jordanian Ownership In Companies Listed On The Amman Stock Exchange Reached 46.1%, Of Which 33.0% For Institutional Investors

Date 05/05/2026

Amman Stock Exchange (ASE) revealed that the value of shares bought by non-Jordanian investors at the ASE in April 2026 was JD38.8 million, representing 11.1% of the overall trading value, while the value of shares sold by them amounted to JD49.4 million. 

EGX Chairman Participates In The Egyptian Arbitration Day (EGYAD) Conference 2026

Date 05/05/2026

• The Egyptian Exchange (EGX) is a pillar for institutional transformation, enhancing corporate sustainability, and establishing a more efficient investment environment.
• Omar Radwan emphasizes EGX’s commitment to participate with an effective role in the support and empowerment of women.
• Governance and transparency are the fundamental support to enhancing investors trust and market stability.
• Listing on EGX is a strategic tool ensuring continuity of family businesses across generations.
• Integrating governance with arbitration enhances efficiency of disputes settlement and reduces investment risks.

Moscow Exchange Trading Volumes In April 2026

Date 05/05/2026

In April 2026, total trading volumes across Moscow Exchange's markets was RUB 197.8 trln.

LCH Limited Appoints Carole Machell As Chair

Date 05/05/2026

LSEG today announces the appointment of Carole Machell as Chair of LCH Limited, effective 1 July 2026.

The Dubai Financial Services Authority Moves To Accelerate Islamic Finance Sector Growth In DIFC, Consulting On Framework Enhancement To Provide Greater Clarity And Strengthen Regulatory Guidance

Date 05/05/2026

The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), the independent banking, financial services, and markets regulator of Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), today launched a public consultation on proposed enhancements to its Islamic finance regulatory framework. The consultation, which seeks to provide greater clarity on endorsement requirements and disclosure standards, signals a regulatory development that aligns with broader national objectives, including the UAE Strategy for Islamic Finance and Halal Industry and Dubai's Economic Agenda (D33) to strengthen the UAE’s position as a global hub for international Islamic finance.

AutoRek Strengthens Executive Team With Appointment Of Tony Livesey As Chief Technology & Product Officer - Livesey Joins As CTPO To Drive Platform Innovation And Scale As Autorek Accelerates Its Next Phase Of Growth

Date 05/05/2026

AutoRek, a global provider of automated reconciliation and financial controls solutions, today announced the appointment of Tony Livesey as Chief Technology & Product Officer. The appointment reflects AutoRek's continued investment in its leadership team as the company accelerates its global growth ambitions.