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René Van Vlerken To Succeed Simone Huis In ‘T Veld As CEO Of Euronext Amsterdam

Date 18/06/2024

Euronext today announced that the Supervisory Board of Euronext N.V. has nominated René van Vlerken as CEO of Euronext Amsterdam and member of the Managing Board of Euronext N.V. as per 1 September 2024. The announcement follows Simone Huis in ‘t Veld’s decision to resign from her position as CEO of Euronext Amsterdam and Member of the Managing Board of Euronext N.V. after five years, to pursue new projects.

ESAs Propose Improvements To The Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation

Date 18/06/2024

The three European Supervisory Authorities (EBA, EIOPA and ESMA – ESAs) today published a joint Opinion on the assessment of the Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR). The ESAs call for a coherent sustainable finance framework that caters for both the green transition and enhanced consumer protection, taking into account the lessons learned from the functioning of the SFDR.

Hermana Holding Lists On Euronext Oslo Børs

Date 18/06/2024

• Market capitalisation of approximately NOK 376 million

• The fifth listing of the year on Euronext Oslo Børs’ markets

• 21st listing on Euronext in 2024

HKEX To Implement Severe Weather Trading In Securities And Derivatives Markets From 23 September 2024

Date 18/06/2024

• Hong Kong’s securities and derivatives markets, including Stock Connect, derivatives holiday trading, and after-hours trading, will be open during severe weather conditions
• Brokerage and banking services should be provided through electronic channels during severe weather conditions to ensure safety
• Severe Weather Trading will take effect from 23 September 2024, with certain special arrangements to be offered to Participants requiring assistance, until the end of 2024

SET Sustainability Forum 2/2024 Propels Thai Business Sector Towards Science-Based Pathway To Net-Zero

Date 18/06/2024

Embracing the urgency for sustainable and inclusive transition, the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) plays a pivotal role in propelling the Thai private sector towards net zero goals. Today, SET ESG Academy successfully hosted the SET Sustainability Forum 2/2024: Scaling up Synergies and Solutions for Net-Zero. This influential gathering brought together government agencies, business leaders, and capital market stakeholders from both local and international spheres to exchange insights and collaborate on advancing the Thai business sector across the entire supply chain.

Private Biotech Rebounds With 46% Growth In Venture Funding During Q1 2024, Reveals GlobalData

Date 18/06/2024

The private biotech sector witnessed a 46% increase in total venture financing deal value in the first quarter (Q1) of 2024 compared to the fourth quarter (Q4) of 2023. This uptick signals progress towards recovery in venture financing as investor confidence improves, according to GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company.

Validus Upgrades Signature TradeView Platform With Automated Pre-Trade Check Functionality

Date 18/06/2024

• Latest features provide configurable pre-trade checks and auditable trade decisions
• Enhanced real-time TCA analytics and hedge liquidity management optimiser to launch in H2

IDX 2024 Opening Remarks: The Industry Shines Through Adversity - Opening Remarks Of Walt Lukken, President And CEO Of FIA, At The International Derivatives Expo In London On 18 June 2024

Date 18/06/2024

Welcome to the International Derivatives Expo or what we affectionately call IDX. If you can believe it, this is our 16th year of hosting this fantastic conference!  
 
IDX brings together the entirety of the global derivatives markets to discuss developments and challenges facing this industry, with a special focus on Europe. It's also wonderful to be here in London, one of the greatest cities in the world! 

CME Group FX Futures And FX Link Reach All-Time Volume Records

Date 18/06/2024

CME Group, the world's leading derivatives marketplace, today announced its foreign exchange (FX) futures reached an all-time single-day volume record of 3.26 million contracts (equivalent to $314B notional) on June 12. The previous record of 3.15 million contracts ($296B notional) was set on March 8, 2023.

FIA And Acuiti Release Report On Challenges And Opportunities For The European Listed Derivatives Markets

Date 18/06/2024

• Report based on survey of market participants conducted by Acuiti

• Report finds optimism regarding growth and innovation in Europe, but many firms see more growth potential in other parts of the world

• Report finds that regulatory burden is widely viewed as a major challenge

• Report finds interest rates and energy are the asset classes with the greatest potential for growth in trading volume over the next five years