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SIX Launches SARON Compound Indices For Various Time Periods

Date 25/03/2020

Today’s introduction of a 1-, 3- and 6-month compounded SARON delivers an important component to the market in the transition from LIBOR to SARON.

Guidance On Safe Distancing Measures For Issuers When Conducting Meetings - Joint Statement By Accounting And Corporate Regulatory Authority, Monetary Authority Of Singapore And Singapore Exchange Regulation

Date 25/03/2020

The Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA), Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) and Singapore Exchange Regulation (SGX RegCo) expect all issuers to comply with the Ministry of Health’s (MOH) mandatory safe distancing measures.

ASX To Consult On CHESS Replacement Implementation Timetable - Formal Consultation In June - Meanwhile System Development Continues

Date 25/03/2020

ASX is replanning the CHESS replacement implementation timetable due to the uncertainty created by the unfolding COVID-19 pandemic. It is also in response to user feedback on timing, requested functionality changes, and the need for ASX to complete aspects of its own readiness.

New Zealand Council Of Financial Regulators Confirms List Of Essential Financial Services

Date 25/03/2020

Following the government announcement that the COVID-19 Level 4 alert will be introduced from 11.59pm on 25 March, only essential services will be permitted to remain open at a central place of business.

EGX Announces Trading Hours To Be Applied During Egypt’s 2-Week Night Curfew

Date 25/03/2020

In accordance to Egypt’s announcement of 2-week Night Curfew, The Egyptian Exchange (EGX) announced trading hours to be applied as of tomorrow Wednesday 25th of March 2020, as follows:

• Trading of main market and SMEs market; from 10:00 am to 1:30 pm, preceded by a discovery session at 9:30 am.
• Recording orders in the deals market from 9:15 am to 9:30 am. 
• Trading session for non-listed securities (Orders Market, OTC) on Monday and Wednesday only of each week from 11:30 am to 12:00 pm.
• Trading session for non-listed securities (Deals Market, OTC) from 09:30 am to 1:30 pm.

Letter To Shareholders - ASX Interim Dividend

Date 25/03/2020

Attached is a letter to shareholders from the Chairman and the Managing Director and CEO regarding ASX's FY20 interim dividend and half-year financial results.

Tokyo Commodity Exchange: SCB Range Settings For Platts Dubai Crude Oil, Gasoline And Kerosene

Date 25/03/2020

Along with the product transfer of rubber, precious metals and agricultural market divisions to Osaka Exchange (OSE) on July 27, 2020, the management of the energy market remaining at Tokyo Commodity Exchange (TOCOM) will also be integrated within OSE’s business operations. 

CME Group To Launch New Gold Futures Contract With Expanded, Flexible Delivery In 100-Ounce, 400-Ounce Or 1-Kilo Bars

Date 25/03/2020

CME Group, the world's leading and most diverse derivatives marketplace, today announced the launch of a new gold futures contract with expanded delivery options that include 100-troy ounce, 400-troy ounce and 1-kilo gold bars.  The new contract is expected to launch with a first expiration of April 2020, pending regulatory approval.

The Deep And Essential Connections Among Markets, Businesses, And Workers And The Importance Of Maintaining Those Connections In Our Fight Against COVID-19, SEC Chairman Jay Clayton, March 24, 2020

Date 25/03/2020

Over the past several weeks, my colleagues at the SEC, other regulators, elected officials, market participants and others have asked my views on the functioning of our capital markets, and the importance of those markets, in the context of our fight against COVID-19.  In response, I have stated that, to the extent possible, our markets should function through challenging and uncertain economic times.  In certain cases, I have elaborated on the basis for my views.  Because we are being called upon to make various decisions and provide advice to other decision makers in response to COVID-19, I believe it is appropriate to share broadly my perspective on our ongoing efforts to navigate this complex national challenge.  

Nadex Refrains/Delays From Listing Certain Contracts

Date 24/03/2020

Due to activity in the underlying markets upon which the Nadex contracts are based and pursuant to the authority granted in Nadex Rule 12.1(h), on trade date Tuesday, March 24, 2020 Nadex took the following actions: