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UK Financial Conduct Authority, TPR And MoneyHelper Joint Statement On Old British Steel Pension Scheme

Date 06/12/2021

We are aware the Old BSPS scheme has exited the Pension Protection Fund (PPF) assessment period. Today, the trustees of the Old BSPS scheme have published the letter they are sending to scheme members. The FCA are working with the trustees of the scheme to monitor requests to transfer out and the firms who are advising members on their options.  

Statement On OCA’s Continued Focus On High Quality Financial Reporting In A Complex Environment, Paul Munter, SEC Acting Chief Accountant, Dec. 6, 2021

Date 06/12/2021

Introduction[1]

The events of the past year bring to mind the old saying that “change is the only constant in life.” Our capital markets continue to evolve and adapt in response to changes in the economic environment, investors’ needs for new types of information, and challenges related to the ongoing effects of the pandemic. Amidst these changes, the U.S. financial reporting system remains strong, largely due to the cumulative efforts of thousands of stakeholders who have exhibited resilience and adaptability, while remaining focused on the need for high quality financial reporting for the benefit of investors.

Nasdaq Survey Uncovers Portfolio Managers’ Top Data Infrastructure Challenges - Quantitative Managers Cite Inadequate Manpower As Source Of Dissatisfaction; Fundamental Managers Cite Inability To Quickly Onboard And Deploy Data

Date 06/12/2021

Nasdaq, Inc. (Nasdaq: NDAQ) today released results from a survey of portfolio managers across the U.S., revealing the top challenges they face in operating a scalable and efficient data infrastructure. Only 46% of respondents report being very or completely satisfied with their organization’s data infrastructure, and only 2% state that nothing limits their implementation of new datasets. The survey also explored different issues encountered by different types of portfolio managers – quantitative, fundamental and quantamental.

Solactive Wins Inaugural ETF Stream Awards As Index Provider Of The Year

Date 06/12/2021

Solactive is delighted to announce that it was voted the Index Provider of the Year in the inaugural ETF Stream Awards. It was the first time ETF leading publication ETF Stream launched an award, which aims at bringing together the ETF ecosystem and acting as a barometer of success in the industry. Solactive’s submission revolved around its low-cost offering, thematic Indices, and ESG solutions.

Corrected: Garmin Completes Listing Transfer To The New York Stock Exchange

Date 06/12/2021

The New York Stock Exchange, part of Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. (NYSE: ICE), a leading global provider of data, technology and market infrastructure, announced that Garmin Ltd. (NYSE: GRMN) has completed its listing transfer and will begin trading tomorrow as an NYSE-listed company.

Tradeweb Reports Trading Volume For November 2021 - ADV Was $1.18tn, Up 22.6% Year-Over-Year

Date 06/12/2021

In the latest update, Tradeweb has reported total trading volume for November 2021 that was $24.2 trillion (tn). Average daily volume (ADV) for the month was $1.18tn, an increase of 22.6 percent (%) year-over-year (YoY).

Borsa Istanbul: Custody Fees Of BİSTANTREPO

Date 06/12/2021

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Trading On MOEX Equity Market Now Runs For 17 Hours A Day

Date 06/12/2021

From 6 December 2021, the trading day on the Moscow Exchange Equity Market has been extended by three hours to include a morning trading session. Trading on the market now runs for 17 hours a day, from 6:50 a.m. to 11:50 p.m. Moscow time.

ICE Announces Senior Leadership Changes

Date 06/12/2021

Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. (NYSE: ICE), a leading global provider of data, technology and market infrastructure, today announced a series of senior leadership changes across the company under Chief Executive Officer Jeff Sprecher that reflect the firm’s expansion in recent years and position it for continued growth in its third decade. The leadership changes, designed to continue delivering value for ICE customers, shareholders, and other stakeholders, draw entirely from deep and diverse talent within the organization, providing these leaders an opportunity to help grow the business in new ways and expand their management roles.

CME Group Announces Launch Of Micro Ether Futures

Date 06/12/2021

CME Group, the world's leading and most diverse derivatives marketplace, today launched Micro Ether futures, further expanding its suite of cryptocurrency derivatives offerings, and marking its second micro cryptocurrency product this year.