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ECB Sets Up Climate Change Centre

Date 25/01/2021

• New unit, operational as of early 2021, to strengthen and bring together ECB work on climate
• Decision reflects growing importance of climate change for the economy and the ECB’s policy
• Climate change centre will shape and steer climate agenda

Cboe To Introduce New Choice Program For ETP Lead Market Makers, Beginning February 1

Date 25/01/2021

• Designed to help further enhance market quality for Cboe Listed ETPs
• Aims to provide lead market makers with greater choice and flexibility in selecting an incentive model
• New program is developed in close consultation with ETP industry participants
• Builds upon success of Cboe's previous LMM incentive offerings

MOEX Free Float Methodology Change

Date 25/01/2021

On 9 February 2021, a new version of the Moscow Exchange Free Float Methodology will come into force. Some editorial changes have been made throughout the text of the document as well.

Bank Of England: Response To The Environmental Audit Committee Letter To The Governor

Date 25/01/2021

The Bank will respond in full to the Environmental Audit Committee letter in due course.

Moscow Exchange: Risk Parameters Change For The Securities NEE-RM And RU000A0JW6P7

Date 25/01/2021

Please follow the links below to access the information:

Risk parameters change for the security RU000A0JW6P7

Risk parameters change for the security NEE-RM

BIS Launches Second Green Bond Fund For Central Banks

Date 25/01/2021

• The euro-denominated, open-ended green bond fund for central banks builds on the success of the first, US dollar-denominated green bond fund
• The two funds belong to the BIS's green bond fund initiative and invest in high-quality bonds that comply with international green standards and finance environmentally friendly projects
• The BIS and participating central banks are strongly committed to supporting environmentally responsible investment practices

Moscow Exchange: Risk Parameters Change For The Security AAPL-RM

Date 25/01/2021

As per the Securities market risk parameters methodology, on 25.01.2021, 17-34 (MSK) the upper bound of the price band (up to 11323) and initial margins (up to 17.5 %) for the security AAPL-RM were changed. New values are available here

US Treasury Announces Appointment Of Key Members Of Staff

Date 25/01/2021

Today, the United States Department of the Treasury announced new members of staff who will serve in key roles. These qualified, tested, and skilled leaders will join a team prepared to deliver results by getting the economy back on track, strengthening the financial system, and restoring jobs. These appointees represent diverse and varied communities and will put service to the American people at the forefront of their work. They also reflect the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to assembling a team of experts with diverse backgrounds

Vontobel Asset Management Transitions Front-To-Back Investment Servicing To State Street AlphaSM

Date 25/01/2021

State Street Corporation (NYSE: STT) and Vontobel (SIX: VONN), today announced they have entered into a multi-year service agreement, where Vontobel Asset Management will use State Street AlphaSM, the world’s first fully open and integrated front-to-back investment servicing platform that powers real-time data and intelligence across the investment lifecycle. The partnership will include front office technology, investment operation services, Alpha data services and liquidity risk solutions.

Effective January 25, 2021 Through January 29, 2021, MIAX Options And MIAX Emerald 2X Opening And Intraday Valid And Priority Quote Spread Relief In All Symbols

Date 25/01/2021

Issue Symbol: All Symbols
Multiplier: 2X
Reason: In maintenance of a fair and orderly market.
Time: Opening and Intraday
Subject Summary: Please be advised, effective January 25, 2021 through January 29, 2021, the MIAX Regulation Department has granted 2 times opening and intraday quote parameter relief for all symbols on MIAX Options and MIAX Emerald.