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  • Vienna Stock Exchange - Stock Market Taboo Word 2021: The "Specter Of Inflation" Is Looming

    Date 02/12/2021

    The Austrian financial community has voted: "specter of inflation" (German: "Inflationsgespenst") was chosen as the fifth, Austrian stock market taboo word. The topic of inflation is being discussed particularly frequently in the stock market environment this year. The "specter of inflation" seems to be looming over many conversations. This was also reflected in the nominations for the stock market taboo word 2021. According to Eurostat, the inflation rate in the euro zone rose to 4.9% in November, the highest level since measurements began in 1997. In 2021, experts are divided over the impact that price increases will have on the stock markets in the coming years and when countermeasures such as interest rate hikes will be necessary. Even beyond the financial sector, the topic is part of everyday life.

  • Revised Lists Of The Moscow Exchange Indices Announced

    Date 02/12/2021

    Today Moscow Exchange announced the results of the quarterly review for MOEX indices. All changes were made upon recommendations from the Index Committee and will be implemented from 17 December 2021. The Exchange has also set free floats for several companies.

  • Japan Financial Services Agency: Preparation For Permanent Cessation Of LIBOR

    Date 02/12/2021

    On March 5, 2021, ICE Benchmark Administration (IBA) has announced that it intends to cease the publication of LIBOR based on the current methodology referencing rates provided by panel banks (panel-based LIBOR) immediately after end-2021 except for certain US dollar LIBOR settings. While LIBOR is mainly referenced in derivative contracts such as interest rate swaps, it is also quoted in a significant number of cash products including corporate loans and bonds. Additionally, it is used in wide range of users, including not only financial institutions but also non-financial corporate and institutional investors. In this regard, there is the possibility of disruption to users if LIBOR were ceased without sufficient preparation.

  • SET Joins Hands With The Revenue Department To Expand Electronic Stamp Duty Tax Payment Services

    Date 02/12/2021

    Digital Access Platform Co., Ltd. (DAP), a company under the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) group, focuses on creating a digital ecosystem to serve business operations in the next normal era. The latest initiative is the expansion of electronic stamp duty (e-Stamp Duty) payment services covering all 28 instruments. These will provide business operators with convenient, quick, secure, streamlined and cost-saving solutions. The expanded services are available from today onwards.

  • Press Conference By SUZUKI Shunichi, Japan Minister Of Finance And Minister Of State For Financial Services - Shinsei Bank

    Date 02/12/2021

    [Questions and answers:]

    Q.

    My question is about shares of Shinsei Bank held by the national government. SBI Holdings announced its intention to commence a tender offer and Shinsei Bank is going to ask about the pros and cons of its anti-takeover measures at the shareholders' meeting to be held on the 25th of this month. The national government holds over 20% of Shinsei Bank's shares. What stance do you think is appropriate for the national government to take regarding this issue?