The changes, effective immediately, reflect adjustments to ensure alignment with current market conditions and apply to the S&P 500, S&P MidCap 400, and S&P SmallCap 600. The new guidelines raise the minimum unadjusted market capitalisation thresholds. For the S&P 500, companies must now have a market cap of at least $20.5 billion, up from $18…
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The platform is said to feature a modern and intuitive user experience, featuring multiple data delivery options such as cloud transfer for enhanced convenience. HKEX said that in its initial phase, the Data Marketplace will provide shareholding data from the Central Clearing and Settlement System (CCASS) for commercial use. In addition, it will offer historical…
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The firm said the enhancement will let offshore investors use these bonds, which are held through Bond Connect, to meet initial margin requirements for Northbound Swap Connect. It is expected to improve capital efficiency and provide more flexibility to international investors. Furthermore, HKEX said that it will also enhance the liquidity of bond holdings in…
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The firm revealed in a press release Monday that the move expands its European derivatives offering, building on the success of its TRF on the CAC 40 Index launched in 2018. TRF is designed to replicate the economics of over-the-counter (OTC) total return swaps, offering a more transparent and cost-effective exchange-traded solution. Euronext explained that…
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The penalty was issued under the exchange's Rule 21.02(e), which allows the Chief Regulatory Officer to impose summary fines of no more than $25,000 for minor violations without a formal disciplinary hearing. ICE Futures explained that the violation stemmed from improper cross trading in Canola Futures contracts. Specifically, R.J. O'Brien was found to have violated…
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The company revealed that Wilfred Yiu, HKEX’s Deputy Chief Executive Officer, Co-Chief Operating Officer, and Co-Head of Markets, will retire at the end of December after nearly six years with the organisation. HKEX said Yiu, who will also retire as Chief Executive of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited and Hong Kong Futures Exchange…
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The company revealed that in his new role, Chow will be responsible for driving HKEX’s sustainability strategy, ensuring ESG considerations are integrated into all aspects of the company’s operations. He will also continue to lead the Group’s legal and secretarial services functions as Group General Counsel. Chow joined HKEX in April 2021 as Group General…
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Collinson’s decision to step down due to personal reasons comes as Aquis is set to be acquired by SIX Exchange Group AG. The company said Collinson believes this is an opportune moment for him to hand over the reins to Deirdre Somers, who has been appointed as the new Non-Executive Chair. Somers has a wealth…
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The firm explained that the index is a new benchmark capturing top Chinese firms listed on the Stock Connect programme. It is set to launch on 21 November 2024 and will feature the 80 largest Chinese companies by market capitalisation listed on the Hong Kong, Shanghai, and Shenzhen exchanges. The SCCEA Index is the first…
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Outlined in a consultation released on 14 November, the proposals include raising minimum capital requirements for clearing members, capping mutualised default fund contributions, and introducing anti-procyclicality controls. The company explained in a press release that the proposed increase in minimum net capital requirements for clearing members—from $10 million to $30 million—aims to align LME Clear…
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