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ASX Limited Half-Year Results To 31 December 2020 (1H21)

Date 10/02/2021

Financial highlights relative to the prior comparative period (pcp, 1H20) based on Group segment reporting

• EBIT up 1.3% to $319.1m; however, interest earnings reduced due to lower rates – NPAT down 3.4% to $241.8m. 
• Operating revenue up 3.4% to $470.5m – growth in listings and equity activities balancing downturn in futures. 
• Solid result achieved in mixed conditions reflecting strength of diversified business. 
• Higher capital investment reflecting long-term transformation of technology and operations. 
• Lower interim dividend in line with reduced NPAT – down 3.4% to 112.4cps – 90% payout ratio maintained.

Getting Back To A Strong Labor Market, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome H. Powell, At The Economic Club Of New York (via webcast)

Date 10/02/2021

Today I will discuss the state of our labor market, from the recent past to the present and then over the longer term. A strong labor market that is sustained for an extended period can deliver substantial economic and social benefits, including higher employment and income levels, improved and expanded job opportunities, narrower economic disparities, and healing of the entrenched damage inflicted by past recessions on individuals' economic and personal well-being. At present, we are a long way from such a labor market. Fully realizing the benefits of a strong labor market will take continued support from both near-term policy and longer-run investments so that all those seeking jobs have the skills and opportunities that will enable them to contribute to, and share in, the benefits of prosperity.

Nodal Exchange Sets Daily Trading Record In Power Futures

Date 10/02/2021

On Tuesday, February 9, 2021, Nodal Exchange achieved a new daily trading record in power futures with a total traded volume of 56.2 million MWh which is equivalent to the electricity that 5.3 million homes would consume in a year in the USA.  This surpasses the previous daily trading record of 42.0 million MWh from February 4th, 2020.

Deutsche Börse: FY 2020 Preliminary Results

Date 10/02/2021

Deutsche Börse AG has published its release on the FY 2020 preliminary results.

Euronext Publishes Q4 And Full Year 2020 Results - Strong Performance In 2020 Driven By Continued Benefits From Post Trade And Strengthened Market Position In Trading Activities. 2022 Guidance Achieved 2 Years In Advance

Date 10/02/2021

Euronext, the leading pan-European market infrastructure, today announced its results for the fourth quarter and full year 2020.

The Case For An Open Financial System - Speech By Bank Of England Governor, Andrew Bailey, Given At The Financial And Professional Services Address, Mansion House

Date 10/02/2021

Overview

Andrew Bailey looks at the benefits of a global financial system, and talks about the UK’s current and future role in it.

He argues that these benefits are global, not regional in nature. So global cooperation is needed to ensure a safe and strong financial system.

Bank Of England Statement On London Capital And Finance (LC&F)

Date 10/02/2021

The Bank of England has issued a statement on London Capital and Finance.

Evolution Or Revolution? The Impact Of A Digital Euro On The Financial System - Speech By Fabio Panetta, Member Of The Executive Board Of The ECB, At A Bruegel Online Seminar

Date 10/02/2021

Throughout history, innovations in money have challenged and altered the structure of the financial system. Time and time again, innovations have given rise to debates about the risks they pose and the rewards they bring, as well as the role of central banks in building confidence in money.

Bank Of England: Alex Brazier To Leave Financial Policy Committee

Date 10/02/2021

Alex Brazier, Executive Director for Financial Stability Strategy and Risk and a member of the Financial Policy Committee (FPC), has decided to take a career break from the Bank of England to broaden his professional experience.

Financial Times & Wilshire Announce Collaboration To Create Innovative Indices, Analytics And Data Sets For Investors

Date 10/02/2021

• Exclusive collaboration leverages the Financial Times’ global digital audience and Wilshire’s data, analytics and index capabilities to benefit Financial Times readers and investors worldwide
• A worldwide license of the ‘FT’ mark will see the Wilshire 5000 enhanced and rebranded FT Wilshire 5000
• Collaboration sees strengthening of the Wilshire Leadership Team to support its new growth vision