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Japan’s Financial Services Agency Hosted The IOSCO Committee On Issuer Accounting, Audit And Disclosure (Committee 1) Meeting

Date 21/02/2020

On February 3-6, FSA hosted the IOSCO Committee on Issuer Accounting, Audit and Disclosure (Committee 1) meeting.

Tokyo Commodity Exchange: Changes To Static Circuit Breaker Ranges (SCB Range) For Palladium

Date 21/02/2020

This is to inform you that Static Circuit Breaker Ranges (SCB Range) for Palladium will be changed as below. 

Shanghai Stock Exchange Builds Financial Defense Line To Combat Coronavirus Outbreak

Date 21/02/2020

Since the outbreak of the novel coronavirus pneumonia, the Shanghai Stock Exchange (SSE) has resolutely implemented the decisions andplans made by the Party Central Committee and the State Council, put into practice the “Notice on Further Strengthening the Financial Support for Prevention and Control of the Outbreak of the Novel Coronavirus Pneumonia” issued by five ministries and commissions and follow the requirements of the China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) for prevention and control of the epidemic, and released the “Notice on the Regulatory Arrangements for Fully Supporting the Prevention and Control of the Outbreak of the Novel Coronavirus Pneumonia”. By releasing the notice, the SSE has made adjustments and linkage arrangements for relevant business in the special period of epidemic prevention and control, improved the self-regulatory and service methods, set up dedicated service channels and provided convenience for online business operation, reduced the operating costs of companies in key regions, ensured the stable and orderly functioning of all business, and made every effort to prevent and control the epidemic.

International Forum Of Independent Audit Regulators Published The Report On 2019 Survey Of Inspection Findings

Date 21/02/2020

The International Forum of Independent Audit Regulators (IFIAR) released “Survey of Inspection Findings 2019”, a report on the results of its eighth annual survey of audit inspection findings identified by IFIAR member audit oversight bodies.

Statement Of CFTC Commissioner Brian D. Quintenz Before The Open Commission Meeting On February 20, 2020 - Open Meeting On Proposed Rule: Amendments To The Real-Time Public Reporting Requirements (Part 43); Proposed Rule: Amendments To The Swap Data Recordkeeping And Reporting Requirements (Part 45); And Reopening Of Comment Period: Certain Swap Data Repository And Data Reporting Requirements (Part 49 Verification)

Date 20/02/2020

Good morning.  I am pleased to support the data proposals before the Commission today.  These proposed amendments to part 45 regulatory reporting and part 43 real-time reporting hopefully represent the beginning of the end of this agency’s longstanding efforts to collect and utilize accurate, reliable swap data to further its regulatory mandates.

Morgan Stanley To Acquire E*TRADE, Creating A Leader In All Major Wealth Management Channels

Date 20/02/2020

• Combined platforms will have $3.1Tn client assets, 8.2MM retail client relationships and accounts, and 4.6MM stock plan participants
• Combination increases Wealth Management scale, fills product and services gaps through complementary offerings, and enhances digital capabilities; positions Morgan Stanley as a top player across all three channels: Financial Advisory, Workplace, and Self-Directed
• Significant cost and funding synergies will result in stronger financial performance and shareholder value creation
• Combination accelerates Morgan Stanley’s transition to a more balance sheet light business mix and more durable sources of revenue

Statement Of CFTC Commissioner Dan M. Berkovitz On Proposed Amendments To Parts 45, 46, And 49: Swap Data Reporting Requirements

Date 20/02/2020

Introduction

Collecting swap data is crucial to fulfilling the purposes of the Commodity Exchange Act (“CEA”), including “insur[ing] the financial integrity of all transactions subject to this Act and the avoidance of systemic risk.”[1]  The 2008 financial crisis showed how a lack of transparency in swap trading, and regulators’ inability to monitor risk, can create fertile ground for the accumulation of excessive risks.

TSX Venture Exchange Announces The 2020 Venture 50 - TSXV's Top Performing Companies To Celebrate With Market Open And Closing Ceremonies On Friday, February 21

Date 20/02/2020

TSX Venture Exchange (TSXV) is pleased to announce the 2020 Venture 50, the exchange's flagship annual program showcasing the top performing listed companies from five industry sectors: Clean Technology and Life Sciences, Diversified Industries, Energy, Mining, and Technology.

Statement Of CFTC Commissioner Dan M. Berkovitz On Proposed Amendments To Part 43: Real-Time Public Reporting Requirements

Date 20/02/2020

Introduction

I am voting to issue for public comment the proposed rulemaking that would amend certain rules requiring real-time public reporting of swap trades.  The proposal is intended to enhance the existing real-time public reporting framework adopted in 2012.  Although I am voting to issue the proposal for public comment, I do not support the provision in the proposal that would permit a 48-hour delay in the reporting of block trades.  A 48-hour delay for all block trades is too long.

CryptoCompare Launches New Historical Data Product On Quandl

Date 20/02/2020

CryptoCompare has launched a new historical data product on the Quandl platform that will enable institutional investors to monitor the nascent digital asset class and assess investment opportunities using a trusted data source.