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CME Group Announces The Launch Of New Sulfur Dioxide Futures And Options Contracts

Date 29/06/2009

CME Group, the world's largest and most diverse derivatives exchange, today announced the launch of its new sulfur dioxide (SO2) emission 25-allowance futures and options contracts. The futures contract will be available for clearing through CME ClearPort(R), a set of flexible clearing services open to over the counter (OTC) market participants to substantially mitigate counterparty risk and provide capital efficiencies across asset classes, beginning July 12 for trade date July 13. The futures

Chicago Climate Exchange® Issues Statement On Passage Of American Clean Energy And Security Act

Date 29/06/2009

Chairman and Founder of the Chicago Climate Exchange Inc.® Dr. Richard L. Sandor issued the following statement today on House passage of the American Clean Energy and Security Act of 2009: “The Chicago Climate Exchange appreciates the hard work put in by Chairmen Waxman, Markey, Peterson and others to pass this important legislation. This bill is a great first step for creating green jobs, reducing carbon emissions and securing America’s energy independence. It recognizes the val

British Bankers’ Association: Three Wishes For Bank Recovery

Date 29/06/2009

Changes to banking regulation and supervision need to fit together if London is to remain the hub for international banking, British Bankers’ Association chief executive Angela Knight warned tonight. Mrs Knight, addressing an international audience at the Mansion House in the City of London, said she had three things on her wish list if change was to be effective for everyone. Capital requirements The consequences of the increased amounts banks are already hold

Farago Joins SIFMA As Managing Director, Global Communications And Member Engagement

Date 29/06/2009

The Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association (SIFMA) today announced that Jason Farago has joined as a managing director.

Chicago Climate Exchange® Chairman Richard Sandor Recognized For Contribution To Local Economy

Date 29/06/2009

Chicago Climate Exchange, Inc. (CCX®) Chairman Dr. Richard L. Sandor received Ernst & Young’s Entrepreneur of the Year 2009 Award in the “green” category in the Midwest region in a ceremony in Chicago Friday night. The award recognizes his contributions to support the local economy through building and leading a dynamic, growing business.

VisaNet’s Shares Are Now Trading At BM&FBOVESPA

Date 29/06/2009

The IPO of VisaNet was the first in 2009 and the largest ever held in the Brazilian market São Paulo, June 29 – Today, BM&FBOVESPA staged the first initial public offering (IPO) held in Brazil in 2009, which was the largest ever held in the Brazilian market. When the trading session opened at 10:00 a.m. the ordinary shares of VisaNet Brasil—Companhia Brasileira de Meios de Pagamento began trading on the Exchange under ticker symbol VNET3.

European Commission - State Aid: Overview Of National Measures Adopted As A Response To The Financial/Economic Crisis

Date 29/06/2009

(See table attached in annex) This information is compiled from a range of sources and is provided for information only. The European Commission cannot confirm the completeness or accuracy of the information. Communications from the Commission to provide guidance to Member States

Lord Turner Appointed Chair Of Financial Stability Board's Standing Committee For Supervisory And Regulatory Co-operation

Date 29/06/2009

The Financial Services Authority (FSA) chairman, Adair Turner, has been appointed chairman of the Financial Stability Board's Standing Committee for Supervisory and Regulatory Co-operation.

Oslo Børs Changes The Tick Size For OBX Shares

Date 29/06/2009

With effect from Monday 6 July, Oslo Børs will change the tick size for the shares of all 25 companies in the OBX index to NOK 0.01. This change is a consequence of reductions in tick sizes implemented by certain other marketplaces that offer trading in shares listed on Oslo Børs.

Memorandum Of Understanding Between The Monetary Authority Of Singapore And De Nederlandsche Bank

Date 29/06/2009

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) and De Nederlandsche Bank N.V. (DNB) jointly announced today the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for an arrangement to enhance liquidity provision to banks in non-routine situations. This will be effective immediately.