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Bank Of England Welcomes NAO’s Report On Its ‘One Bank’ Strategy

Date 28/06/2017

​ Press release

The Bank welcomes the NAO’s review of progress made under the Bank of England’s ‘One Bank’ Strategic Plan, which was launched in 2014. The NAO review recognises the progress made under the strategy to create a single, unified institution better able to exploit the complementarities between its functions, in light of the Bank’s expanded policy responsibilities.

Deutsche Börse Venture Network Opens Up For Polish Start-Ups - Platform Connects Start-Ups And International Investors - Start-Ups Aventus Group And DESK.WORKS Already Members - Joint Polish Investment Fund And INOVO Current Investors

Date 28/06/2017

Deutsche Börse Venture Network is extending its network to Poland. The platform brings together international investors and European start-ups, enabling them to effectively fund their growth. The currently more than 140 member companies in the Venture Network have already concluded financing rounds totalling USD 1.4 billion since the platform was launched. With more than 250 international investors having already joined the network, Poland's promising start-up scene is now also expected to profit from these as well.

CBOE Holdings’ Exchanges Trading Schedule For Independence Day Holiday

Date 28/06/2017

CBOE Holdings, Inc. (BATS: CBOE | NASDAQ: CBOE) today announced the following trading schedules for Chicago Board Options Exchange® (CBOE®), C2 Options Exchange (C2), CBOE Futures Exchange (CFE®) and Bats U.S. equities and options exchanges in observance of the Independence Day holiday on Tuesday, July 4.

ESMA Updates Co-Legislators On MIFID II Implementation

Date 28/06/2017

The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has sent a letter to the European Parliament, Commission and Council updating them on the implementation of ESMA’s IT projects regarding the Markets in Financial Instruments Directive (MiFID II).

BME: General De Galerías Comerciales SOCIMI To Start Trading On MAB Next 4 July - The 35th REIT To List On MAB

Date 28/06/2017

The Coordination and Admissions Committee of the Mercado Alternativo Bursátil (MAB) has submitted to the Board of Directors a favourable report on GENERAL DE GALERIAS COMERCIALES SOCIMI,stating that the company is eligible for admission to the market, following a review of all the information presented by the company.

MarketInvoice Named In CB Insights Fintech 250 List

Date 28/06/2017

• Commended for cutting-edge innovative approach
• Playing a pivotal role in transforming financial services

World Economic Forum: Opportunities For China’s State-Owned Enterprises Abound, But Reform Is Key

Date 28/06/2017

• Reforms at China’s SOEs gathering pace as they prepare for Belt and Road Initiative opportunities
• SOEs face restrictions in restructuring business, capital and in talent management
• For more information about the meeting, please visit: http://wef.ch/amnc17

HKEX And CESC Explore New Belt & Road Index Initiative

Date 28/06/2017

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) has appointed China Exchanges Services Company Limited (CESC), a joint venture of HKEX, Shanghai Stock Exchange and Shenzhen Stock Exchange, to explore a Belt & Road Index in response to the market’s interest in a barometer for the Mainland’s Belt & Road Initiative.

IOSCO Celebrates World Investor Week 2017 - Securities Regulators Across The Globe To Promote Investor Education And Protection

Date 28/06/2017

The International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) today announced that it will hold a World Investor Week from 2nd through 8th October 2017, to promote greater investor education and protection worldwide. 

HKEX Invites Views On Proposed After-Hours Trading Enhancements

Date 28/06/2017

• Proposals include:
  • extending close of after-hours trading for HSI, HHI and corresponding mini futures to 3:00 am from 11:45 pm in two phases; and
  • adding HSI, HHI and corresponding mini options to after-hours trading
• Consultation period is from 28 June 2017 to 4 August 2017