Category: Financial Services

Euronext
September 17, 2024 BY Sam Boughedda

Euronext Acquires London-Based Substantive Research

Euronext believes the acquisition will strengthen its investor services segment and offer enhanced capabilities to its clients. Founded in 2015, Substantive Research provides in-depth analysis of product and pricing comparisons for investment research spend, market data, and investment research content. The company's services are used by over 100 global clients, including asset managers, hedge funds,…

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September 13, 2024 BY Sam Boughedda

Digital Nomads Neobank bunq to Nearly Double Headcount in 2024

Bunq is a Dutch fintech and neobank licensed in the Netherlands. It operates in 30 European countries and is aiming to become the world's first global neobank for digital nomads. The company explained in a press release that its ambitious growth strategy is driven by the increasing number of individuals embracing location-independent lifestyles. As part…

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eToro's crypto trading platform & wallet now available in 32 US states
September 13, 2024 BY Sam Boughedda

eToro USA to Cease Trading in Nearly All Crypto Assets

The SEC alleged that eToro operated as an unregistered broker and clearing agency by facilitating the buying and selling of certain crypto assets that were deemed securities. In response, eToro has agreed to pay a $1.5 million penalty, while it has also agreed to "cease and desist from violating the applicable federal securities laws and…

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Cboe Global Markets
September 12, 2024 BY Sam Boughedda

Cboe Set to Launch New S&P 500 Variance Futures

The derivatives exchange said the new futures contracts, designed to hedge against and capitalise on US equity market volatility moves, aim to give investors a streamlined way to trade the spread between implied and realised volatility. They believe the futures will appeal to a wide range of market participants, such as volatility traders, hedge funds,…

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Paramount Share Price Falls as Buyout Still to Be Decided
September 10, 2024 BY Sam Boughedda

Wise Platform Joins ABX Platform as Newest Payment Partner

Wise Platform, Wise's global payments infrastructure for banks and global enterprises, provides banks, financial institutions, and global enterprises with the capabilities, technology, and network to enable fast, secure, and cost-effective international payments for their customers. By joining the ABX Platform, it is said that Wise Platform will give AbbeyCross users access to faster, transparent, and…

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Paramount Share Price Falls as Buyout Still to Be Decided
September 04, 2024 BY Sam Boughedda

Alpha Group Revenue, Profits Rise in H1 Despite Challenging Market

The company revealed that revenue surged by 16% to over £64 million, driven by growth in both its corporate and institutional divisions. In H1, 2023, the company reported revenue of £55 million. Despite the macroeconomic headwinds, Alpha Group's underlying profit before tax also increased, rising 14% to £22.3 million compared to £19.6 million the previous…

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September 02, 2024 BY Sam Boughedda

Nasdaq Futures, Inc. Fined $22 Million for 'Core Principle Violations, Failing to Fully Disclose Incentives'

The CFTC said it found that Nasdaq Futures, Inc. operated a "Designated Market Maker" (DMM) program that included a volume-based component that was not disclosed to the CFTC or the public. They explain that the component provided additional payments to select DMM program participants based on the total volume of contracts they traded. The CFTC…

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August 12, 2024 BY Elizabeth Anderson

Tumultuous Week In Stock Trading Ends On Steadier Note

The S&P 500 experienced its worst Monday and best Thursday since 2022 on 5 and 8 August 2024 respectively, typifying the seesawing markets. Based on CNBC data, the 10-year treasury yield plunged below the 3.7% mark on Monday and ended the week hovering around 4%. In another unexpected Monday market surprise, the Chicago Board Options…

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Daily Market Commentary
July 30, 2024 BY Elizabeth Anderson

European Stocks Start Week On A High

Based on Bloomberg data, the Stoxx Europe 600 Index was already 0.4% up when the clock struck 8:07am in London. Seventeen of its 20 industry groups were in the green at this time. The shares of Dutch medical equipment manufacturer Royal Philips (PHI1.HA) spiked by more than 9% after the company reported an increase in…

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