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FTSE Global Markets Magazine - November/December Issue

Date 24/11/2008

The new issue of FTSE Global Markets magazine is now available from www.ftse.com.
Deutsche Börse Adapts Framework For Equity Indices - Minimum Free Float Threshold Raised From Five To Ten Percent - Options Positions Account For The Free Float In Acquisitions - Additional Adjustment Of Free Float For Extraordinary Events

Date 24/11/2008

The Executive Board of Deutsche Börse AG has resolved changes to the framework of the Guide to equity indices, in consultation with the Working Committee for Equity Indices, to take effect from 22 December 2008, the next regular adjustment date for the composition of the index constituents. The review of the indices is scheduled for 3 December, new rules will be taken into consideration accordingly.
Singapore Exchange And Bahrain Stock Exchange Sign Consultancy Agreement

Date 24/11/2008

Singapore Exchange Limited (SGX) and Bahrain Stock Exchange (BSE) are pleased to announce that they have signed a consultancy agreement today in Manama. Under this consultancy agreement SGX, through its wholly owned subsidiary SGX-International (SGX-I), will provide overall guidance on the management and operations of BSE through training and knowledge transfer. This is to enhance BSE’s competitiveness in the region by increasing its operational efficiency.
The Number Of Trades On FORTS Exceeded 225 Thousand

Date 24/11/2008

On November 21st, a new trading volume record was set on FORTS. By the end of the main trading session FORTS members had made a record number of trades in derivatives – 229 123 trades in both futures and options.
Eurex Clearing And Clearstream Launch Central Counterparty Service For Securities Lending - Launch In Q2 2009 - Counterparty Risks In Securities Lending Market Will Be Mitigated Significantly

Date 24/11/2008

Eurex Clearing AG and Clearstream Banking Luxembourg S.A. today announced that they will introduce a central counterparty service (CCP) for securities lending* in Q2 2009. Eurex Clearing will act as the clearinghouse for Clearstream's widely used strategic securities lending program ASLplus. The central clearing service will be based on Eurex Clearing’s proven systems and industry leading risk management standards. Securities lending customers will benefit from netting on an anonymous basis,

Dow Jones STOXX 600 Factoids - November 21, 2008

Date 24/11/2008

As of November 21, 2008: Dow Jones STOXX 600, down 23.62 points, or -11.48% this week to 182.13. The index is down for the third straight week. The index is down 39.94 points, or -17.99%, over the past three weeks. This is the worst week since the week ending October 10. Today, Dow Jones STOXX 600 is down 4.62 points, or -2.47%. The index is down for the third straight trading day. The index is down 19.78 points, or -9.80%, over the last three trading days.
Joint Statement By USA Treasury, Federal Reserve, And The FDIC On Citigroup

Date 24/11/2008

The U.S. government is committed to supporting financial market stability, which is a prerequisite to restoring vigorous economic growth. In support of this commitment, the U.S. government on Sunday entered into an agreement with Citigroup to provide a package of guarantees, liquidity access, and capital.
Toronto Stock Exchange Revised Listing Fee Schedule

Date 21/11/2008

TMX Group Inc. (TSX: X) yesterday announced a revised listing fee schedule for Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX). The new fee schedule will apply starting January 1, 2009.
The Options Clearing Corporation Announces 2008 Options Volume Passes 3 Billion Contracts

Date 21/11/2008

The Options Clearing Corporation (OCC) reported today that year-to-date total options volume surpassed 3 billion contracts yesterday. This is the first time that U.S. exchange-listed options volume has ever achieved this milestone in a single year.
TSX Datalinx Launches Canadian Best Bid And Offer (CBBO®) As The Next Phase Of Consolidated Data Feed (CDF™)

Date 21/11/2008

TSX Datalinx, TMX Group’s data business, yesterday announced the beta launch of its real-time Canadian Best Bid and Offer (CBBO®) data feed. It is the second phase of the previously launched real-time Consolidated Data Feed (CDF™).