The Philadelphia Stock Exchange To Observe A Moment Of Silence In Honor Of Pope John Paul II On Friday, April 8

The Philadelphia Stock Exchange (PHLX) will join with the New York Stock Exchange in observing a moment of silence on Friday, April 8 from 9:29-9:30 a.m., the day of the funeral service for the Pope John Paul II. Trading will commence at the regular time of 9:30 a.m.

The Philadelphia Stock Exchange joins the Catholic community and people throughout the world who are mourning the passing of this outstanding leader of the Catholic Church.

The Philadelphia Stock Exchange was founded in 1790. The PHLX trades 2,000 stocks, 1,600 equity options, 21 sectors index options and currency options and futures. For more information about the PHLX and its products, visit www.phlx.com.