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USDA BSE Update - December 31, 2003

Date 01/01/2004

USDA continues to work with the Canadian officials to verify traceback of the index animal. Records indicate that the animal was approximately 6-1/2 years old at the time of slaughter. USDA is working with Canada to conduct DNA testing to verify that the correct animal has been identified. DNA testing is expected to begin this evening and results could be available as early as next week.
The New Year's Message From Chairman Osaka Mercantile Exchange

Date 01/01/2004

On behalf of the Osaka Mercantile Exchange (OME), I would like to extend my very best wishes for the prosperous New Year. I would also like to express my deepest appreciation for the valuable support and understanding rendered by the Members of the Exchange and our associates throughout the last year with regard to the management of the Exchange.
Saudi Arabian Stock Market For The Year 2003

Date 01/01/2004

The TADAWUL All Share Index (TASI) closed at 4,437.58 points at the end of the year 2003, an increase of 76.2% compared with last year 2002.
Lahore Stock Exchange Reconstitutes LSE-25 Index

Date 01/01/2004

The Lahore Stock Exchange's management has reconstituted LSE-25 Index in line with the policy of regular six monthly reviews.
KOSDAQ Stock Market Expanding Scope Of English Disclosure Service To Include Fair Disclosure

Date 01/01/2004

Main PointsIn order to meet foreign investors' needs for disclosure information, the KOSDAQ Stock Market will expand the scope of English disclosure service to include Fair Disclosure beginning from Jan. 2, 2004. Until now English disclosure was available only for Timely Disclosure and Disclosure on Inquiry.

Karachi Stock Exchange Steps Avert Big Declines In Badla Market

Date 01/01/2004

The Karachi Stock Exchange (KSE) management made stringent efforts to check badla market during the 2003 to curb erratic movement to safe the bourses from sudden crash, which, in the past, have burnt fingers of small investors.
Extended Trading Hours On Muscat Securities Market Starting From January 1, 2004

Date 01/01/2004

The Board of Directors of The Capital Market Authority has approved the decision of Muscat Securities Market’s Board of Directors on extending the trading hours to 12:30pm. Accordingly, the trading hours will be from 10:00am to 12:30pm starting from 1/1/2004.
Taiwan Futures Exchange: Ceremony Celebrating The Listing Of Government Bond Futures And The Opening Of Bond Lending Center

Date 31/12/2003

Following the successful switch to electronic trading last year, the government bond market of the Republic of China (R.O.C.) will reach another milestone that brings it in line with the international markets. On January 2, 2004, the Taiwan Futures Exchange 10-year Government Bond Futures (TAIFEX GBF) and the Bond Lending Center of GreTai Securities Market will be launched at the same time. With these two most important mechanisms in place, the government bond market in Taiwan is moving closer t
Statements From Angelo Tantazzi, Chairman Of Borsa Italiana And Massimo Capuano, President And CEO Of Borsa Italiana

Date 31/12/2003

"Today sees the closing of a year marked by significant economic growth of the United States and the continent of Asia and, in the second half, by moderate recovery in Europe - Angelo Tantazzi, Chairman of Borsa Italiana, points out. The money markets have welcomed this new situation positively with growth of the stock market indices after three years of decline.
Standard & Poor's Announces Changes In The S&P/TSX Venture Composite Index

Date 31/12/2003

Standard & Poor's will change the trading symbols for the following S&P/TSX Venture Composite Index constituents after the close of trading on Wednesday, December 31, 2003: The trading symbols of the following companies will change. There are no changes to the company names and CUSIP numbers. Company Name Current Symbol New Symbol