Some Information Vendors Have S&P/TSX Composite Index Dissemination Problems - TSX Clarifies Issues With Dissemination Of S&P/TSX Composite Index

While many information vendors in the Canadian market were able to process information on the S&P/TSX Composite index this morning, several vendors experienced problems. Changes to this index were previously announced January 30, 2002.

S&P/TSX Composite Index levels are updated every 15 seconds, with a more detailed update every 15 minutes. Some vendors experienced problems with the 15-second updates. These vendors however, were able to process the 15-minute updates. Investors who are still experiencing problems receiving updated S&P/TSX Composite Index levels should contact their information vendor.

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