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DFM Successfully Concludes Its International Investor Roadshow In New York

Date 23/10/2016

• H.E. Essa Kazim: “DFM is constantly strengthening its attractiveness to foreign investments supported by the sound performance of the national economy, its lucrative and diversified opportunities as well as its world-class infrastructure and regulations”
• The DFM has attracted 2,627 new investors during the first nine months of 2016 including 418 institutions
• Arshad Ghafur (President MENA, Bank of America Merrill Lynch): “DFM remains a compelling focal point for global investors”

Moody's Corporation Litigation Update - Global Credit Crisis Of 2008 - US Department Of Justice Preparing To File Civil Complaint

Date 22/10/2016

Following the global credit crisis of 2008, Moody’s has periodically received subpoenas and inquiries from various governmental authorities, including the US Department of Justice (DOJ) and states attorneys general. In a letter dated September 29, 2016, the DOJ stated that it is preparing a civil complaint to be filed against Moody’s and MIS in the US District Court for the District of New Jersey alleging certain violations of the Financial Institutions Reform, Recovery, and Enforcement Act in connection with the ratings MIS assigned to residential mortgage-backed securities and collateralized debt obligations in the period leading up to the 2008 financial crisis. The DOJ also stated that its investigation remains ongoing and may expand to include additional theories. A number of states attorneys general have indicated that they also expect to pursue similar claims under state law, which claims may include additional periods, theories, asset classes or activities. The Company is continuing to respond to the DOJ’s and states’ subpoenas and inquiries.

Al-Blooshi Highlights Investment Opportunities In ADX - Chinese Investors Market Value Of Shares In ADX Grew By %9.3 By The End Of September

Date 22/10/2016

Chief Executive of Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX), Rashed Al Blooshi, called on Chinese investors to seize the investment opportunities available in ADX, which is considered one of the best stock markets in the region in terms of return on investment. Al Blooshi also highlighted the solid economic relations with China, which the UAE considers its second largest trading partner.

Professor Michael Aitken: Australia Prime Minister’s Prize For Innovation - Fairness Underpins Efficiency: The Profitable Innovations Saving Australia Billions

Date 21/10/2016

Global stock markets are fairer and more efficient thanks to the work of Professor Michael Aitken. Now he’s applying his information technology and markets know-how to improve health, mortgage, and other markets. He says there are billions of dollars of potential savings in health expenditure in Australia alone, that can go hand in glove with significant improvements in consumers’ health.

2016 Australia Prime Minister’s Prizes Reward Innovation And Science

Date 21/10/2016

Tonight we recognise some of Australia’s greatest scientists, innovators and teachers for outstanding achievements in their fields.

MIAX Options Exchange: MIAX Rule 519A, MIAX Risk Protection Monitor

Date 21/10/2016

Please refer to MIAX Regulatory Circular 2016-50 for details on changes to Rule 519A(a) for Risk Protection Monitor (RPM) settings and new Rule 519A(b) describing mandatory Member participation for establishing Allowable Order Rate settings and Allowable Contract Execution Rate settings. The required Allowable Order Rate settings and the Allowable Contract Execution Rate settings must be reasonably related to the Member’s internal risk management program as described in new Interpretations and Policies .06 to Rule 519A.

Federal Reserve Board Announces Plans To Enter Negotiations With FINRA To Potentially Act As Collection Agent Of U.S. Treasury Securities Secondary Market Transactions Data

Date 21/10/2016

The Federal Reserve Board announced Friday that it plans to collect data from banks for secondary market transactions in U.S. Treasury securities and will enter into negotiations with the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) to potentially act as the Board's collection agent for the data. The Board will seek public comment on its proposal. The Board's data collection would complement the work of the Securities and Exchange Commission, which recently approved a rule change by FINRA to require its broker-dealer members to report secondary market transactions in U.S. Treasury securities.

Ontario Securities Commission Requests Applications For The Securities Proceedings Advisory Committee

Date 21/10/2016

The Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) is seeking applications for membership on its Securities Proceedings Advisory Committee (SPAC).

CFTC Commitments Of Traders Reports Update

Date 21/10/2016

The current reports for the week of October 18, 2016 are now available.

IIROC Outlines Next Steps To Address Concerns Of Small-Cap Issuers

Date 21/10/2016

The Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada (IIROC) today published a summary of the comments received at a roundtable discussion of market structure issues affecting small-cap issuers and outlined its next steps based on this stakeholder input.