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U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission And Australian Prudential Regulation Authority Sign Memorandum Of Understanding To Enhance Supervision Of Cross-Border Regulated Firms

Date 13/04/2015

The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) announced today that CFTC Chairman Tim Massad and Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) Chairman Wayne Byres have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) regarding cooperation and the exchange of information in the supervision and oversight of regulated firms that operate on a cross-border basis in the United States and in Australia.

Markit: Securitised Product Snapshot – March 2015

Date 13/04/2015

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Al Ramz Capital & Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange To Partner On UAE Equity Trading Seminar - Session To Discuss Major Market Challenges & Opportunities, Strengthen Investor Ties

Date 13/04/2015

Al Ramz Capital, the UAE’s leading financial services firm, has formed a partnership with the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) to hold a seminar on ‘Opportunities vs. Challenges of Equity Trading in the UAE’ on April 13th, 2015 at the ADX auditorium. The session will share valuable insights on key market trends, challenges and opportunities and enhance communication channels within the investor community.

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Shares Best Practices And Explores Collaborative Ties With Visiting Indian Government Delegation

Date 13/04/2015

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) yesterday welcomed a government delegation from India led by the Minister of State for Finance Jayant Sinha.

Moscow Exchange: Risk Parameters Change For Non-Principal Futures OJSC "Surgutneftegaz" On Apr 13, 2015

Date 13/04/2015

As per p.8 of Principal and non-principal futures listing Methodology (approved by NCC Management Board 29 May 2014) on 13/04/2015, 19-00 (MSK) Xi parameter for non-principal futures OJSC "Surgutneftegaz" was changed to -3000 (SNGR), -6000(SNGP).

Federal Reserve Board Requests Public Comment On Proposed Technical Changes To Regulation D

Date 13/04/2015

The Federal Reserve Board on Monday requested public comment on proposed amendments to Regulation D (Reserve Requirements of Depository Institutions) making technical changes to the calculation of interest payments on certain balances maintained by depository institutions at Federal Reserve Banks. The proposed amendments are a matter of prudent planning and have no implications for the near-term conduct of monetary policy.

Moscow Exchange: On Anticipated Changes In The NCC Clearing List

Date 13/04/2015

New bonds will be included in the Clearing List starting from April, 14 2015.

Federal Reserve Board Is Accepting Statements Of Interest For Its Community Advisory Council

Date 13/04/2015

The Federal Reserve Board on Monday announced that it is accepting Statements of Interest from individuals who wish to be considered for membership on the Community Advisory Council (CAC). The formation of the CAC was announced in January. The council will advise the Board on issues affecting consumers and communities and will complement two of the Board's other advisory councils--the Federal Advisory Council and the Community Depository Institutions Advisory Council--whose members represent depository institutions.

Moscow Exchange: Risk Parameters Change For The Securities LSRG (LSR Group)

Date 13/04/2015

The following risk parameters for the securities LSRG (LSR Group) will be changed:

• Minimum level of Interest Risk Margin (Delta_1(2,3)_min) to 77% for the period from April 15, 2015 to April 20, 2015
• Lower REPO Penalty Rate (LPenRate) to —200% for April 17, 2015

FSB Launches Second Peer Review On Resolution Regimes And Invites Feedback From Stakeholders

Date 13/04/2015

The Financial Stability Board (FSB) has launched the second review of resolution regimes in FSB member jurisdictions. The objective of the review is to examine the range and nature of resolution powers that are available in FSB jurisdictions for the banking sector, and to take stock of any requirements for recovery and resolution planning for domestically incorporated banks in FSB jurisdictions that could be systemically significant or critical in failure.