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Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission Regulatory Forum Explores Hong Kong’s Future Role As China’s International Financial Centre

Date 25/11/2021

The Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) today hosted the SFC Regulatory Forum 2021. Industry representatives and global investors joined Mainland and Hong Kong regulators to discuss the future of Hong Kong’s unique role intermediating financial flows between China and the rest of the world.

mai-listed Companies Report Q3/2021 Net Profit Of THB 2.8 Billion

Date 25/11/2021

• 9-month net profit up 463.5 pct Y-o-Y to THB 6.43 billion
• 9-month total sales up 12.0 pct Y-o-Y to THB 121.97 billion
• Consumer Products, Financials and Resources saw the highest net profit growth among peers

BISON Launches Savings Plans For Cryptocurrencies - Around 530,000 Active Users - Trading Volume Of EUR 5.3 Billion In 2021

Date 25/11/2021

Uncomplicated and secure trading in cryptocurrencies: this is possible with BISON, Boerse Stuttgart Group’s crypto platform. Now, users can also create savings plans for the tradable cryptocurrencies in the app and the desktop version of BISON – starting at a savings rate of 0.01 euros per week, month or quarter. "With savings plans, we are implementing a functionality frequently requested by our users. They can now invest regularly and automatically in cryptocurrencies and benefit from the cost-average effect. Like trading, investing with savings plans at BISON is as flexible and simple as possible,” said Dr Ulli Spankowski, CEO of Sowa Labs GmbH, the subsidiary of Boerse Stuttgart Digital Ventures GmbH which developed BISON. The number of active users at BISON is currently around 530,000, and the trading volume in 2021 is around EUR 5.3 billion.

Moscow Exchange: Risk Parameters On Securities Market

Date 25/11/2021

CCP NCC will set the following risk parameters on Securities market:

First “Basket Bond - Sustainable Energy” Launched, Open To Energy Supply Chain Companies - An Innovative Financial Tool, The First Dedicated To The Energy Transition, Was Conceived By Eni, ELITE, With illimity Acting As Arranger, To Accelerate The Sustainable Growth And Development Path Along The Entire Energy Supply Chain

Date 25/11/2021

Eni further strengthens its commitment towards an equitable and inclusive energy transition by launching the “Basket Bond – Sustainable Energy” programme, realised in collaboration with ELITE, part of the Borsa Italiana Group/Euronext and illimity Bank, in order to accelerate the growth and development of the supply chain.

BIS - Losing Traction? The Real Effects Of Monetary Policy When Interest Rates Are Low

Date 25/11/2021

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Interest rates in many countries have been exceptionally and persistently low for over a decade now. Despite these very low rates and aggressive monetary policy easing, the strength of the economy has been disappointing. We ask whether this outcome implies that monetary policy has become less effective in stimulating aggregate expenditure.

Dubai International Financial Centre Announces Supersonic Speed Technology Introduction To Enhance Businesses And SME’s Experiences In Partnership With du

Date 25/11/2021

• 5G wireless technology capabilities will be implemented in select DIFC internal office spaces as part of a broader innovation agreement.
• du will oversee smart services and sustainable innovative technologies deployment in DIFC.
• Visitor and business experiences within the Centre will be enhanced.
• The partnership aligns with Dubai’s 2021 strategy to nurture innovation and DIFC’s vision to shape the future of finance.

BNP Paribas Asset Management Expands Thematic Fixed Income Range With Launch Of Social Bond Fund

Date 25/11/2021

BNP Paribas Asset Management (‘BNPP AM’) announces the launch of BNP Paribas Social Bond fund, investing in bonds aimed at financing projects with positive social impacts.  The fund is classified as Article 9 under SFDR and launches during a period of record growth for the sustainable bond market, in particular social bonds.

Spectrum Markets Partners With LIST For Enhanced Market Access

Date 25/11/2021

• LIST’s trading infrastructure solutions increase connectivity options for Spectrum members
• Collaboration will focus on access for brokers, followed by market makers
• Latest in a series of agreements to expand ecosystem of local technology partners

Guido Van Ingen Joins Quantile As Managing Director Of The Netherlands Office And Head Of Relationship Management

Date 25/11/2021

Quantile Technologies (Quantile), a leading provider of multilateral optimisation services, today announced the appointment of Guido Van Ingen as Head of the Netherlands and Relationship Management. He started the role in November 2021 and reports directly to Andrew Williams, CEO.