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STOXX Research: Commented By Jan-Carl Plagge, Head Of Applied Research, STOXX - Eurozone Is Catching Up

Date 11/04/2017

European stocks wrapped up the first quarter of 2017 by recording significant gains. Especially the major Eurozone economies benefited from reduced political uncertainties after the Dutch election results and polls that do not forecast a realistic chance for French presidential candidate Marine Le Pen, who intends to part ways from the EU. 

EBA Finds Polish Waiver On Covered Bonds Justified

Date 11/04/2017

The European Banking Authority (EBA) published today an Opinion addressed to the Polish Financial Supervision Authority (FSA) following the Competent Authority's notification of its intention to introduce a partial waiver of Article 129 (1)(c) of the Capital Requirements Regulation (CRR), which specifies the conditions for the eligibility of covered bonds in relation to risk weight preferential treatment. Given the significant potential concentration problem in Poland, the EBA is of the opinion that the application of a partial waiver is adequately justified.

TISE Gains Recognition From German Regulator, BaFin

Date 11/04/2017

The International Stock Exchange (TISE) has received recognition from the German Federal Financial Supervisory Authority, BaFin (Bundesanstalt für Finanzdienstleistungsaufsicht).

FSB Consults On Framework For Post-Implementation Evaluation Of The Effects Of The G20 Financial Regulatory Reforms

Date 11/04/2017

The Financial Stability Board (FSB) today published for consultation the main elements of a Proposed Framework for Post-Implementation Evaluation of the Effects of the G20 Financial Regulatory Reforms. The framework will guide analyses of whether the G20 core financial reforms are achieving their intended outcomes, and help to identify any material unintended consequences that may have to be addressed, without compromising on the objectives of the reforms.

EBA Finds German Waiver On Covered Bonds Justified

Date 11/04/2017

The European Banking Authority (EBA) published today an Opinion addressed to the German Federal Financial Services Supervisory Authority (BaFin) following the Competent Authority's notification of its decision to introduce a partial waiver of Article 129 (1)(c) of the Capital Requirements Regulation (CRR), which specifies the conditions for the eligibility of covered bonds in relation to risk weight preferential treatment. Given the significant potential concentration problem in Germany, the EBA is of the opinion that the application of a partial waiver is adequately justified.

Restructuring Of REITs And Closed End Funds Listed On The Nigerian Stock Exchange

Date 11/04/2017

The Nigerian Stock Exchange (“The Exchange” or “NSE”) is pleased to notify the market about its proposed changes to the framework regarding the trading of Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs); and Closed End Funds listed on The Exchange.

World Federation Of Exchanges Looks Ahead To 34th IOMA Clearing & Derivatives Conference In Frankfurt

Date 11/04/2017

The World Federation of Exchanges (“WFE”), which represents more than 200 market infrastructure providers including exchanges and CCPs, will hold its 34th IOMA Clearing & Derivatives Conference next week.  The invitation-only event will take place from 19-21 April 2017, in Frankfurt, Germany.

BSE: Revision Of Scrips In Trade To Trade Segment – Inclusions In ‘T’ And ‘XT’ Groups

Date 11/04/2017

As a part of Surveillance measures and based on the extant SEBI framework, the Exchanges transfer various securities for settlement on a Trade-to-Trade basis. The criteria for shifting securities to/from for settlement on trade to trade basis is decided in consultation with SEBI and applied uniformly across the stock exchanges and reviewed periodically.

Moscow Exchange Trading Schedule For May-June Holidays

Date 11/04/2017

During public holidays in May and June 2017, Moscow Exchange markets will operate as follows:

29 April-1 May, 6-9 May and 10-12 June are non-trading days for all markets.

2-5 May, 10 May and 13 June are regular trading days.

HKEX Welcomes SFC Statement On Listing Of Infrastructure Project Companies

Date 11/04/2017

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) welcomes the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC)'s statement today (Tuesday) on the listing of infrastructure project companies based in developing markets, including those falling within the Belt and Road Initiative.