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Eventus Systems, Inc. Signs ENGIE Marketing NA, Inc., Expanding Its Diverse Customer Base - Energy Firm Deploys Validus Surveillance And Risk Software Platform To Enhance Compliance Program, Promote Transparency

Date 31/01/2018

Eventus Systems, Inc., a provider of innovative regtech software solutions for the capital markets, announced today that ENGIE Energy Marketing NA, Inc. has deployed the firm's Validus surveillance and risk software platform to enhance its compliance program.

Nasdaq Reports Fourth Quarter And Full Year 2017 Results - Delivers Strong Revenue And Income Growth

Date 31/01/2018

• 2017 net revenues were $2,428 million, an increase of 7% compared to 2016.  Subscription and recurring revenues2 increased 7% in 2017 compared to the prior year, and represented 76% of total net revenues.
• 2017 GAAP diluted EPS was $4.33, compared to $0.64 in 2016, while 2017 non-GAAP diluted EPS3 was $4.06, a 10% increase compared to the prior year. 
• Fourth quarter 2017 net revenues were $635 million, an increase of 6% compared to the fourth quarter of 2016.  Subscription and recurring revenues increased 8% in the fourth quarter compared to prior year period.
• Fourth quarter 2017 GAAP diluted EPS was $1.45 compared to a loss of $1.35 in the fourth quarter of 2016, while non-GAAP diluted EPS was $1.05, the latter an increase of 11% from the fourth quarter of 2016.
• During 2017, the company returned $446 million to shareholders, including $243 million in dividends and $203 million in share repurchases, representing 61% of our GAAP net income and 65% of our non-GAAP net income in the period.
• The company achieved several milestones as it executes a strategic pivot to maximize opportunities as a technology and analytics partner, including closing the acquisition of eVestment on October 23, 2017, and announcing an agreement for the sale of the Public Relations Solutions and Digital Media Services businesses on January 29, 2018.

Al Ramz Capital Obtained Securities Lending And Borrowing License In Dubai Financial Market - Al Dandashi: This Is A Testament To The Company's Continued Leadership And Growth In Line With The Development Of The Capital Markets And Investment Products

Date 31/01/2018

Al Ramz Corporation Investment and Development P.J.S.C. (ALRAMZ), has announced that its subsidiary, Al Ramz Capital, has obtained a license for securities lending and borrowing from the Dubai Financial Market. This achievement aims to create an added value for the company's shareholders and gives investors a variety of investment opportunities.

Dubai Financial Services Authority Publishes Findings Of Client Classification And Suitability Review

Date 31/01/2018

The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) today published the findings of a thematic review of client classification and suitability practices at regulated firms. The review is part of the DFSA’s risk-based supervisory efforts. 

HKEX Report On Initial Public Offering Applications, Delisting And Suspensions

Date 31/01/2018

Report on Initial Public Offering Applications, Delisting and Suspensions
(As at 31 January 2018)

SGX Proposes Updates To Rules On Mineral, Oil And Gas Companies For Greater Relevance And Alignment

Date 31/01/2018

Singapore Exchange (SGX) is proposing changes to the Mainboard and Catalist Listing Rules for mineral, oil and gas (MOG) companies so that they remain aligned with industry developments.

Speakerbus And Insightful Technology Create Unique Partnership To Drive Compliance And Business Efficiency Throughout The Trading Lifecycle

Date 31/01/2018

Speakerbus and Insightful Technology today are pleased to announce the formation of a dynamic new partnership designed to drive enhanced compliance capabilities and improved productivity throughout the enterprise.  The combined solution facilitates seamless integration, enabling detailed analysis of all voice trading conversations, together with all other multimedia trading data. Everything is delivered in real-time, provided via a single, hierarchical view of all business interactions globally. 

State Street Investor Confidence Index: Investor Confidence Rose In January By 6.4 Points To 102.1 - Investor Confidence In Europe Shows Marked Enthusiasm

Date 31/01/2018

State Street Global Exchange today released the results of the State Street Investor Confidence Index® (ICI) for January 2018.

Shenyin Wanguo Fortune Investment Limited Is Latest Horizon Client In China

Date 31/01/2018

Horizon Software (Horizon), the leading provider of electronic trading solutions and algorithmic technology to the world’s exchanges, banks, brokers and fund managers, today announced that Shenyin Wanguo Fortune Investment Limited, has chosen the Horizon Platform for Algo and Options Market Making to expand its trading business in Zhengzhou Commodity Exchange (ZCE).

European Cross-Border Intraday (XBID) Solution And 10 Local Implementation Projects Announce A Revised Go-Live Date For June 2018

Date 31/01/2018

Nominated Electricity Market Operators (NEMOs*) and Transmission System Operators (TSOs**) announce a revised target date for the launch of XBID and the go-Live of 10 Local Implementation Projects of 12th June with first power deliveries on 13th June.