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NZX Annual Meeting 2020

Date 08/03/2020

NZX advises that the following documents have been released today:

• Notice of Annual Meeting 2020
• Proxy Form for the Annual Meeting 2020

DIFC Reports Record Growth In 2019

Date 08/03/2020

• Total number of companies rises 14% to 2,437 from 2018 - with growth of 32% since 2017, the Centre is on track to achieve its 2024 target
• The DIFC is now home to a community of 25,600 people; over 2,000 new jobs created in 2019
• Exceptional growth driven by a robust ecosystem fosters financial sector diversification, global partnerships and investment in FinTech and Innovation
• Four-fold growth takes number of financial innovation firms to 129
• New enactments including DIFC Employee Workplace Savings (DEWS) set to transform the way the Centre attracts and retains talent, in line with global best practice
• Market size from DIFC activities surpasses $700 billion (AED 2.5 trillion)

The Countdown To The Final Ceremony Of Qatar Stock Exchange’s Financial Education Competition 2020 Begins

Date 08/03/2020

The countdown to the final ceremony of QSE’s annual financial education competition begins. The ceremony will take place on Tuesday March 17, 2020.

Tehran Stock Exchange Weekly Market Review 29 February 2020 To 4 March 2020

Date 07/03/2020

Click here to download Tehran Stock Exchange's weekly market review.

DTCC Executives On International Women's Day

Date 07/03/2020

In recognition of International Women’s Day 8 March 2020, Michael Bodson, President & CEO of Depository Trust and Clearing Corporation (DTCC), and Keisha Bell, Head of Diverse Talent Management and Advancement, said:

Michael Bodson, DTCC President & CEO

“At DTCC, we’re deeply committed to advancing equality by continuing to introduce policies and practices that promote a workplace where we can challenge the status quo, welcome unique perspectives and address unconscious bias. The theme for International Women’s Day this year is Each for Equal, indicating that individually, we are responsible for our own actions but collectively, we can work to create a gender—and actually, all diversity—equal world.  Firms must drive the change they want to see and take steps to achieve it.  This is not only the right thing to do, but it is also critical to the long-term success of our company and our industry.”

Nadex Adds Gold And Crude Oil Touch Bracket (“Knockout”) Contracts

Date 06/03/2020

Pursuant to Section 5c(c)(1) of the Commodity Exchange Act, as amended (“Act”), and section §40.6(a) of the regulations promulgated by the Commission under the Act (the “Regulations”), North American Derivatives Exchange, Inc. (“Nadex”, the “Exchange”) submitted to the Commission on March 6, 2020 its intent to list Touch Bracket (also known as “Knockout”) Contracts, to its listing of Gold and Crude Oil products.  This self-certification will become effective March 23, 2020.   

New York Governor Cuomo Announces New Directive Requiring New York Insurers To Waive Cost-Sharing For Coronavirus Testing - Currently All COVID-19 Tests Conducted At The State's Wadsworth Lab Are Fully Covered - New Yorkers Receiving Medicaid Coverage Will Not Be Expected To Pay A Co-Pay For Any Testing Related To COVID-19 - Outlines Series Of Other Actions That Health Insurers Should Take, Including Keeping New Yorkers Informed About Available Benefits And Offering Telehealth Medical Advice And Treatment

Date 06/03/2020

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced a new directive by the State Department of Financial Services requiring New York health insurers to waive cost sharing associated with testing for novel coronavirus including emergency room, urgent care and office visits. The Governor also announced New Yorkers receiving Medicaid coverage will not be expected to pay a co-pay for any testing related to COVID-19. These actions will help ensure that cost does not serve as a barrier to access to COVID-19 testing for any New Yorker. Currently all COVID-19 tests being conducted at the State's Wadsworth Lab are fully covered.

Nadex Amends US Tech 100 Call Spread Strike Width

Date 06/03/2020

Pursuant to Section 5c(c)(1) of the Commodity Exchange Act, as amended (“Act”), and section §40.6(a) of the regulations promulgated by the Commission under the Act (the “Regulations”), North American Derivatives Exchange, Inc. (“Nadex”, the “Exchange”) submitted to the Commission on March 6, 2020 its intent to amend the strike widths in its US Tech 100 Daily, 8.25-Hour Intraday, and 2-Hour Intraday Call Spread Contracts.  This self-certification and Rule amendments will become effective March 23, 2020. 

U.S. Chamber Creates Task Forces To Help Businesses Mitigate Impact Of Coronavirus And Reiterates Call For “Facts Over Fear”

Date 06/03/2020

Today the U.S. Chamber of Commerce is launching four new task forces to prepare business for any potential long-term economic impacts of the coronavirus.

US Federal Agencies Invite Comment On Updates To Resolution Plan Guidance For Large Foreign Banks

Date 06/03/2020

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation and the Federal Reserve Board on Friday invited public comment on proposed changes to the guidance for resolution plans submitted by large foreign banks, including plans that are due by July 1, 2021. The updates focus on the agencies' expectations around a firm's derivatives and trading activities and payment, clearing, and settlement activities.