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EEX Awarded Contract For Emissions Auctions For The Flemish Region

Date 12/02/2013

The European Energy Exchange (EEX) will conduct four auctions of EU allowances (EUA) for the region of Flanders – one of the three regions of the Kingdom of Belgium – in the first quarter of 2013. In these auctions, the Region of Flanders will sell unused quantities from the Flemish allocation reserve for new entrants for the second trading period of the EU Emissions Trading Scheme (EU ETS).

SIX Exchange Regulation: Reprimand Issued Against Valartis Group AG

Date 12/02/2013

SIX Exchange Regulation reprimands Valartis Group AG for several errors in its annual IFRS financial statements 2011. Valartis Group AG was sanctioned for the erroneous presentation of earnings per share, incomplete disclosures regarding goodwill impairment testing as well as the incorrect disclosure of the classification of derivatives.

Barclays Announces The Outcome Of Its Strategic Review And Sets Out Commitments For 2015 - Headcount Reduction By At least 3,700 Across The Group, Including 1,800 In Corporate & Investment Bank And 1,900 In Europe Retail And Business Banking

Date 12/02/2013

Antony Jenkins, Barclays PLC ("Barclays"), Group Chief Executive said today: "Barclays is changing. We intend to change what Barclays does and how we do it and have set out clear commitments against which our progress can be measured. Our goal is to make Barclays the 'Go-To' bank for all our stakeholders. The plan that we set out today is critical to delivering that goal.

Tokyo Commodity Exchange: Message From The President & CEO

Date 12/02/2013

The launch the Agricultural Product & Sugar Market and expansion of our exchange into Japan’s comprehensive commodity marketplace marks a major milestone in our history. Considering the importance of the agricultural industry to the Japanese economy, we understand our great responsibility in revitalizing the futures market. We are prepared to make our best efforts to promote the healthy growth of the new Agricultural Product & Sugar Market.

Osaka Securities Exchange SPAN Parameter Updated - Feb. 18, 2013 - Feb. 22, 2013

Date 12/02/2013

SPAN Parameter is the fundamental data for calculating margin requirements and is used for calculating "SPAN Risk Parameter Files" which are distributed on a daily basis.

DFM And NASDAQ Dubai Are Joined By DP World To Inaugurate The First Company Focus Week – Engaging Local Investors And Brokers - The Exchanges Will Arrange Similar Programmes For Other Listed Companies As Part Of Their Ongoing Support To Stimulate Capital Market Activity In Dubai

Date 12/02/2013

Dubai Financial Market (DFM) and NASDAQ Dubai have launched the first Company Focus Week, a dedicated outreach programme of activities providing investors and brokers a unique opportunity to hear first- hand from senior representatives of listed companies on their achievements, equity story and prospects. DP World, the flagship listing on NASDAQ Dubai, is participating in the first Focus Week.

MIAX Options Exchange: Amendment To Opening Quoting Obligations For Market Makers

Date 12/02/2013

The Exchange has amended its rules governing Market Maker quoting obligations at the opening.  Specifically, commencing February 12, 2013 Lead Market Makers (“LMMs”), including those appointed Primary Lead Market Maker (“PLMM”), will no longer be required to enter quotes before or during the opening process in their appointed option classes.  By eliminating the specific obligations for PLMMs and LMMs to submit valid width quotes in connection with the opening process, MIAX now only requires continuous quoting during regular options trading after the opening process is complete.

DTCC Payment aXis Brings Enhanced Automation And Accuracy To The Mutual Funds Sector

Date 11/02/2013

The Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC) today introduced added capabilities to DTCC Payment aXis, an efficient, streamlined service for fund companies and intermediaries to accurately and safely transmit commission and various fee data and payments among National Securities Clearing Corporation (NSCC) member firms.

ISDA: Preparation For Mandatory Clearing Requirements Beginning March 11

Date 11/02/2013

Dodd-Frank Documentation Initiative

SIFMA, AFME Support European Council Seeking Free Trade Agreement With U.S.

Date 11/02/2013

SIFMA and AFME today released the following statement after the European Council announcement that it would seek a broad free trade agreement with the United States.