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IOSCO Report Examines How Existing Regulatory Principles Could Apply To Stablecoins

Date 23/03/2020

The Board of the International Organization of Securities Commissions today published a report identifying the possible implications of global stablecoin initiatives for securities markets regulators.

Athens Exchange Group Coronavirus (Covid-19) Update

Date 23/03/2020

During this critical period, the impact of the pandemic on the global economy and the upheaval in financial markets across the world, have brought on significant changes in our everyday and professional life.

Nasdaq Statement On Nordic And Baltic Operations - All Nasdaq Nordic And Baltic Markets Remain Fully Operational - Maintains Strong Commitment To Protect Health And Safety Of Employees, Clients, Partners

Date 23/03/2020

Nasdaq (Nasdaq: NDAQ) today issued the following statement regarding its Nordic and Baltic market operations as part of the company’s continuity plan in response to the COVID-19 coronavirus:

Markets Remain Open: All Nasdaq Nordic and Baltic equity, fixed income and derivative markets remain fully operational and open during regular trading hours. Exchanges play an important role in the economy. In times of uncertainty and high volatility, it is particularly important to offer a platform for investors to manage their risks by providing the ability to move in and out of their positions and for companies to continue to raise capital."

BME’s Pre-Market Environment Adds Three New Companies And Two Partners

Date 23/03/2020

• These additions mark the start of the Growth segment, aimed at companies with a broader trajectory
• Already 31 firms make up the programme: 16 companies and 15 partners

Federal Reserve Board Announces Technical Change To Support The U.S. Economy And Allow Banks To Continue Lending To Creditworthy Households And Businesses

Date 23/03/2020

The Federal Reserve Board on Monday announced a technical change to support the U.S. economy and allow banks to continue lending to creditworthy households and businesses.

Moscow Exchange: Risk Parameters Change For The Security RU000A0ZYYN4

Date 23/03/2020

As per the Securities market risk parameters methodology, on 23.03.2020, 15-55 (MSK) the upper bound of the price band (up to 106.9391) and initial margins (up to 7.5 %) for the security RU000A0ZYYN4 were changed. New values are available here

ESMA Publishes ESEF Conformance Suite

Date 23/03/2020

The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), the EU securities markets regulator, has published today the ESEF Conformance Suite to facilitate implementation of the ESEF Regulation.

Federal Reserve Announces Extensive New Measures To Support The Economy

Date 23/03/2020

The Federal Reserve is committed to using its full range of tools to support households, businesses, and the U.S. economy overall in this challenging time. The coronavirus pandemic is causing tremendous hardship across the United States and around the world. Our nation's first priority is to care for those afflicted and to limit the further spread of the virus. While great uncertainty remains, it has become clear that our economy will face severe disruptions. Aggressive efforts must be taken across the public and private sectors to limit the losses to jobs and incomes and to promote a swift recovery once the disruptions abate.

MIAX Options And MIAX Emerald 2X Opening And Intraday Valid And Priority Quote Spread Relief In All Symbols

Date 23/03/2020

Issue Symbol: All Symbols
Multiplier: 2X
Reason: In maintenance of a fair and orderly market.
Time: Opening and Intraday
Subject Summary: Please be advised the MIAX Regulation Department has granted 2 times opening and intraday quote parameter relief for all symbols on MIAX Options and MIAX Emerald. 

Federal Reserve Issues FOMC Statement

Date 23/03/2020

The Federal Reserve is committed to use its full range of tools to support the U.S. economy in this challenging time and thereby promote its maximum employment and price stability goals.