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The Promise Of Structured Data: True Modernization Of Disclosure Effectiveness, Commissioner Allison Herren Lee, Nov. 17, 2020, Remarks At The XBRL US Investor Forum 2020: Ready For Anything – Using Data In Perilous Times

Date 17/11/2020

Thank you, Al [Berkeley], for the introduction, and thank you to Campbell [Pryde] and Michelle [Savage] for the invitation to be here today. I appreciate the work of this organizations and its support of digital business reporting, including enhancing the quality and usability of data in SEC filings for investors, regulators, academics, and the public more broadly.

Nodal And IncubEx Launch First-Ever Physically-Delivered RIN Futures And Options, Plus New Slate Of REC Contracts

Date 17/11/2020

Nodal Exchange and IncubEx today announced the successful launch of eight new Renewable Identification Number (RIN) futures and options contracts, plus seven new Renewable Energy Certificate (REC) contracts.

TMX Group Names Cindy Bush Chief Human Resources Officer

Date 17/11/2020

TMX Group Limited, Canada's premier exchange operator and leading global market solutions provider, has appointed Cindy Bush as Chief Human Resources Officer, effective December 7, 2020.

Strengthening Diversity And Inclusion In Economics, Federal Reserve Governor Lael Brainard, At "Exploring Careers In Economics," Federal Reserve Board, Washington, D.C. (Via Webcast)

Date 17/11/2020

It is a pleasure to be here today to talk about the future of economics with the next generation of economists who will shape it. I hope you will take away from what you hear today that a rigorous grounding in economic analysis can help you succeed in whatever field you choose. I will share a few thoughts on what economics can do for you and what you can do for the field of economics.

Nigerian Stock Exchange: Leading Public And Private Sector Officials Promote Privatisation As A Tool For Economic Development

Date 17/11/2020

Public and private sector industry leaders have highlighted the significant benefits of privatisation of State-Owned Enterprises and the impact on economic growth and development. This was indicated at the webinar on privatisation hosted by The Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE or The Exchange) in collaboration with the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) and the Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission (NIPC). The event which took place on Tuesday, 17 November 2020 was themed, “Privatisation in Nigeria and the Outlook for Subnational Economic Development.”

Deutsche Börse Acquires Leading Governance, ESG Data And Analytics Provider ISS

Date 17/11/2020

• Deutsche Börse to acquire majority stake in Institutional Shareholder Services (ISS) in partnership with current management and Genstar Capital, based on an ISS valuation of USD 2,275 million (EUR 1,925 million) for 10
• Move positions Deutsche Börse as a leading global provider of ESG data and analytics
• High complementarity of ISS’ data and research businesses with Deutsche Börse Group’s businesses along the entire value chain, creates additional growth opportunities on both sides
• ISS remains autonomous within the Group to ensure independence of its data and research
• Current CEO Gary Retelny continues to lead ISS

OECD Working Group On Bribery Issues Report Commending United States For Maintaining Leading Role In The Fight Against Transnational Corruption

Date 17/11/2020

The Working Group on Bribery of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD Working Group) issued its Phase 4 Report of the United States today, announced the Securities and Exchange Commission and the U.S. Departments of Justice, Commerce, and State. 

Finansinspektionen Analysis 25: Interest Rate Deductions And Households’ Loans

Date 17/11/2020

The tax rebate for interest expenses – the interest deduction – means that households borrow more, and can and want to pay more for homes. This means that the households experience an increase in both their liabilities and assets, which in turn could have an impact on the stability of the financial system. In this FI Analysis, we calculate the impact of a change to the interest deduction. The reason for this analysis is the direct link between interest deductions and households’ loans.

FIA And ISDA Respond To ESMA’s Draft Guidelines Of Supervisory Review Of CCPs

Date 17/11/2020

FIA and ISDA have responded to ESMA’s consultation on their “Draft Guidelines on common procedures and methodologies on supervisory review and evaluation process of CCPs under Article 21 of EMIR”. The associations support standardisation of scope and depth of these reviews. Clearing participants rely on the CCP reviews by national competent authorities and believe that standardisation and improvement of these reviews is important in view of recent defaults at European CCPs, which at least initially required the use of the default fund. The associations recommend that these reviews are not restricted to the elements set out in the consultation, but should holistically review whether the risk management framework is fit for purpose.

Bitcoin Price Commentary From Paolo Ardoino, CTO At Bitfinex: “The Dawn Of The Next Great Crypto Bull Run May Be Upon Us."

Date 17/11/2020