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LME Launches Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism Consultation And Broader Sustainability Discussion Paper

Date 01/05/2024

The London Metal Exchange (LME) today announced the launch of its consultation on the proposed integration of the EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) requirements into the LME rules in order to support the aluminium market and value chain on implementing this pivotal environmental policy. In addition, the LME has issued a discussion paper, which seeks to further develop the LME’s existing sustainability agenda, seeking views on proposals to drive forward initiatives that underpin the global transition to a sustainable economy.

OCC Announces Director Elections At Annual Stockholder Meeting

Date 01/05/2024

OCC, the world's largest equity derivatives clearing organization, today announced the election of two Class II Member Directors and a Class III Public Director, as well as the appointment of five Exchange Directors, to its Board of Directors. In addition, OCC announced the election of Andrej Bolkovic, OCC Chief Executive Officer, as the Management Director. The vote took place during OCC’s annual stockholder meeting on April 19, 2024. 

ICE Aligns Midland WTI (HOU) Crude Quality Specifications To Match U.S. Physical Gulf Coast Crude Cargoes

Date 01/05/2024

Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. (NYSE: ICE), a leading global provider of technology and data, today announced that its ICE Midland WTI (ICE:HOU) futures contract is now further aligned with Midland WTI crude oil deliverable into Dated Brent and the rest of the Brent complex after ICE updated the quality specifications of the crude deliverable into the contract.

DTCC On The Live Implementation Of The EU EMIR Refit

Date 01/05/2024

With the EU EMIR Refit now live, market participants are navigating a new regulatory landscape. DTCC, a leader in post-trade services and financial market infrastructure, has shared insight on the importance of compliance in this new environment.

Conclusion Of The Annual Conference Of The Arab Federation Of Capital Markets 2024

Date 01/05/2024

The annual conference of the Arab Federation of Capital Markets (AFCM) for the year 2024 concluded today at The Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Doha. Under the esteemed patronage of H.E. Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, the conference convened over two days, attracting approximately 250 delegates representing a diverse array of financial institutions such as member Arab stock exchanges, brokerage firms, settlement and clearing houses, asset management institutions, central banks, investment banks, regulatory authorities, financial market data providers, and research centers.

EGX Receives 3 Awards In AFCM Annual Conference

Date 01/05/2024

As a result of the collaborative efforts of The Egyptian Exchange (EGX) and the brokerage firms, EGX members, and all other financial institutions in the capital market, EGX received 3 awards at the annual conference of the Arab Federation of Capital Markets (AFCM) in the categories:

London Stock Exchange Group plc - Total Voting Rights

Date 01/05/2024

The following notification is made in accordance with Rule 5.6 of the FCA's Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules.

DFM Launches ARENA - Dubai's Private Market For Capital Raising, Listing And Investments

Date 01/05/2024

• Platform offers a private offering alternative to IPOs for family businesses, growth companies, and private companies.
• ARENA offers issuers equity and debt capital raising options with plans to expand asset classes in the future.
• The newly launched initiative at the MENA Capital Market Summit 2024 underscores DFM's expansion into the private market, consolidating its position as a leading financial market in the region.

Updates To The LME Group Fees And Charges 2024

Date 01/05/2024

This Notice sets out updates to the fees and charges for LME and LME Clear (together the “LME Group”).

Qatar Stock Exchange Listed Companies Reported QR 13.10 Billion Net Profits For The Q1, 2024

Date 01/05/2024

All companies listed on the Qatar Stock Exchange (*excluding Al-Faleh Educational Holding Company) have disclosed their financial results for the period ending on March 31, 2024, with a net profit of 13.10 Billion Qatari Riyals for that period compared to 12.38 Billion Qatari Riyals for the same period last year 2023, the mount shows increase with 5.83%.