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SEC: Paul A. Beswick Named Acting Chief Accountant

Date 16/07/2012

Securities and Exchange Commission Chairman Mary Schapiro today announced the appointment of Paul A. Beswick as the Acting Chief Accountant in the SEC's Office of the Chief Accountant. In his new role, Mr. Beswick will oversee accounting interpretations, international accounting matters, and professional practice issues. Mr. Beswick replaces James L. Kroeker, who left the SEC last Friday.
KCBT Raises Minimum Margins For HRW Wheat Old Crop/New Crop Spreads

Date 16/07/2012

The Kansas City Board of Trade has raised its minimum margins for the hard red winter wheat futures contract and wheat calendar swaps old crop/new crop spreads.
State Aid: European Commission Invites Comments On Use Of State Aid Rules For Supporting Risk Capital Investments

Date 16/07/2012

In the context of its state aid modernisation initiative (SAM) (see IP/12/458), the European Commission has launched a review of the risk capital guidelines as amended on 1/12/2010, which outline the criteria for assessing the compatibility of public support measures in this field. The review starts with a public consultation, seeking stakeholders' views on the functioning of the guidelines since their adoption in 2006 and in particular on market developments concerning the supply of equity and debt finance to small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs). In light of the submissions received and its own experience in applying the guidelines, the Commission will propose revised draft guidelines in 2013, with a view to contributing to the objectives of the Europe 2020 strategy for a smart, sustainable and inclusive growth. Submissions can be made until 5 October 2012.
MGEX Announces New Apple Juice Concentrate Contract Listing On Globex®

Date 16/07/2012

MGEX, a Designated Contract Market (DCM) and Derivatives ClearingOrganization (DCO), announced the listing of its new Apple Juice Concentrate (AJC) futures and options contract on the CME Globex® trading platform which will be available for trade starting Monday, August 13, 2012.
BME Chairman Antonio Zoido Is Elected Chairman Of The University Of Extremadura’s Social Council - The Chairman Of The Council Of Extremadura Presided Over The Investiture Ceremony

Date 16/07/2012

Antonio Zoido, Chairman of BME, was today appointed Chairman of the University of Extremadura’s Social Council. Mr Zoido took office during an event held in Mérida, Extremadura, which was presided over by José Antonio Monago, Chairman of the Extremadura Council. Also attending was Trinidad Nogales, Education and Culture Counsellor and the University of Extremadura Principal, Segundo Píriz.

Wolin OP-ED: 'Capital Can't Be The Only Line Of Defense'

Date 16/07/2012

In an op-ed published on today’s New York Times’ DealBook website, Treasury Deputy Secretary Neal. S. Wolin discusses why increased capital requirements is still our first line of defense against financial crises, and explains why it should not be our only one.
Remarks At Society Of Corporate Secretaries & Governance Professionals, 66th National Conference On “The Shape Of Things To Come” By SEC Commissioner Troy A. Paredes

Date 16/07/2012

Thank you for the kind introduction. I am pleased to join you at this year’s National Conference of the Society of Corporate Secretaries & Governance Professionals. Before saying anything else, though, I’d like to remind you that the views I express here today are my own and do not necessarily reflect those of the Securities and Exchange Commission or my fellow Commissioners.
Corporate Board Member Introduces Board Diversity Initiative - This Week's "Moving The Needle" Event Seeks To Increase Representation Of Women And Ethnic Minorities On Public Company Boards

Date 16/07/2012

This week Corporate Board Member, an NYSE Euronext Company, is hoping to debunk the myth that there is a shortage of qualified diverse boardroom candidates to meet the needs of today's U.S. corporations. The first "Moving the Needle: Building Effective Boards with Qualified Diverse Candidates" event on July 18-19 at the New York Stock Exchange will introduce a pool of qualified candidates recommended by public company CEOs, chairmen, and related parties to search firms and nominating/governance committee members in the public company arena.
Palestine Exchange Ramadan Schedule

Date 16/07/2012

Working hours at the Palestine Exchange (PEX) during the Holy month of Ramadan will be from 9:00 to 14:00, whereas trading hours will be as usual during Ramadan.
ICE Futures Europe Announces NER 300 Auction On Behalf Of European Investment Bank

Date 16/07/2012

IntercontinentalExchange (NYSE: ICE), a leading operator of global regulated futures exchanges, clearing houses and over-the-counter (OTC) markets, today announced that ICE Futures Europe will host auctions for NER 300 sales on behalf of the European Investment Bank (EIB).