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Report on the regulatory consistency of risk-weighted assets for market risk issued by the Basel Committee
January 31, 2013--The Basel Committee on Banking Supervision has today published its report on the regulatory consistency of risk-weighted assets for market risk.
This analysis of risk-weighted assets in the trading book is part of the wider Regulatory Consistency Assessment Programme (RCAP) initiated by the Committee in 2012; a similar analysis is currently under way for the banking book. The programme aims to ensure consistent implementation of the Basel framework, which will help strengthen the resilience of the global banking system, maintain market confidence in regulatory ratios and provide a level playing field for banks operating internationally.
The report brings together two pieces of analysis. The first is based on an examination of publicly available bank data for a selection of large banks. It also contains the results of a hypothetical test portfolio exercise, in which 15 internationally active banks participated.
Source: BIS
FTSE launches new FTSE ORB Index Series: the first independent performance benchmarks for UK retail bonds developed in conjunction with Investec
January 31, 2013--FTSE Group ("FTSE"), the award winning global index provider, today announces the launch of the FTSE ORB Index Series which has been developed in conjunction with Investec Bank plc ('Investec').
The indices are the first performance benchmarks for bonds trading on ORB – London Stock Exchange’s Order book for Retail Bonds. The indices offer investors and product issuers transparency, measurability and new access opportunities in UK retail bonds. The launch of the indices reflects surging investor interest in the UK retail bond market, which has raised £3 billion through new issues since its launch in 2010.
Source: FTSE
NASDAQ OMX Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2012 Results
Fourth quarter 2012 non-GAAP diluted EPS of $0.64, tied for the second highest quarterly performance in the firm's history; fourth quarter 2012 GAAP diluted EPS of $0.50
Fourth quarter net exchange revenues1 reach $419 million, the highest non-GAAP net exchange revenue level of the year. On an organic basis (constant currency and excluding acquisitions) fourth quarter revenue declined by 3 percent year-over-year
Non-transaction based revenues were 71 percent of fourth quarter net exchange revenue, tied for the highest level in NASDAQ OMX's history
2012 non-GAAP operating expenses of $918 million came in below previous guidance range of $922 to $935 million
Repurchased 11.5 million shares at an average price of $23.82 for a total cost of $275 million in 2012
January 31, 2013--The NASDAQ OMX Group, Inc. (Nasdaq:NDAQ) today reported results for the fourth quarter and full year 2012. Fourth quarter net exchange revenues were $419 million, driven by particularly strong growth in our Corporate Solutions business.
Operating expenses were $244 million in the fourth quarter of 2012, compared to $259 million in the prior year quarter. On a non-GAAP basis, fourth quarter 2012 operating expenses were $233 million, flat compared to the prior year quarter.
Source: NASDAQ OMX
NASDAQ OMX Announces Quarterly Dividend of $0.13 Per Share
January 31, 2013--The Finance Committee of the Board of Directors of The NASDAQ OMX Group, Inc. (Nasdaq:NDAQ) has declared a regular quarterly dividend of $0.13 per share on the company's outstanding common stock.
The dividend is payable on March 28, 2013, to shareowners of record at the close of business on March 14, 2013. Future declarations of quarterly dividends and the establishment of future record and payment dates are subject to approval by the Board of Directors.
Source: NASDAQ OMX
IMF working paper-Financial Crises Explanations, Types, and Implications
January 30, 2013--Summary: This paper reviews the literature on financial crises focusing on three specific aspects. First, what are the main factors explaining financial crises? Since many theories on the sources of financial crises highlight the importance of sharp fluctuations in asset and credit markets, the paper briefly reviews theoretical and empirical studies on developments in these markets around financial crises.
Second, what are the major types of financial crises? The paper focuses on the main theoretical and empirical explanations of four types of financial crises—currency crises, sudden stops, debt crises, and banking crises—and presents a survey of the literature that attempts to identify these episodes. Third, what are the real and financial sector implications of crises? The paper briefly reviews the short- and medium-run implications of crises for the real economy and financial sector. It concludes with a summary of the main lessons from the literature and future research directions.
view the IMF working paper-Financial Crises Explanations, Types, and Implications
Source: IMF
Mirae-Strong Inflows into EM Equities
January 30, 2013--EM equities outperformed DM peers in December on optimism about the Chinese economic growth. Globally, inflows to EM funds have remained strong, mostly in the ETF space.
China's economy bottoming out.
In Dec 2012, the World Bank raised China’s economic growth forecast to 8.4% in 2013, up from 8.1%, citing stimulus measures and the approval of infrastructure projects as positive catalysts for growth potential.
On the policy front, China is expected to maintain a pro-growth fiscal and monetary stance, which may be supplemented by tax cuts to boost consumption. The critical challenge will be for the new leadership to pursue much-needed reforms to encourage private enterprise and rebalance investment bias of the economy.
India-India's high deficit calls for the government's action.
The key risk in India remains the country’s high fiscal and current account deficits, which if not adequately tackled in coming quarters could derail an otherwise solid structural story.
To help reduce the deficit, the Indian government has indicated that it could take steps like increasing duties to curb discretionary imports. The country has set a target to reduce its fiscal deficit to 5.3% of GDP in the current fiscal year (ending March 31, 2013) and to 3% of GDP by fiscal year 2016-2017.
Asean-The positive momentum likely maintains this year.
Across the region, positive economic momentum continues to impact the market. On a country basis, outperforming markets for Dec 2012 included Thailand (5.7%) and Malaysia (4.5%). In fact, the Malaysian market rose to an all-time high during the month.
The current revival in the ASEAN markets may continue for the next couple of quarters. Meanwhile, it may occasionally be dampened by ongoing structural deleveraging in large economies.
Latin America-Equities remain highly reactive to the US debt issue.
Markets will remain focused on possible resolutions to the U.S. deficit. Equity markets will remain highly reactive to developments related to the U.S. debt discussions.
At the local level, recent optimism regarding the Chinese economy helped improve risk appetite in Brazil, with investors starting to show greater conviction in an improved outlook for cyclical laggards.
Most EMEA countries outperformed.
Russia outperformed the broader emerging markets in December due to positive company-specific news, despite data that point to an economic slowdown. In particular, the announcement by a primary energy provider that it plans to reduce capital expenditures led to a rally in its shares and benefited the market overall.
Source: Mirae Asset Financial Group
BNY Mellon Launches New Global Brand Campaign
January 30, 2013--BNY Mellon today launched a new global brand campaign that highlights the company's unrivaled ability to manage and service investments globally to help its clients succeed.
Highlighting the company's capabilities as "The Investments Company for the World," the campaign emphasizes how BNY Mellon helps clients at every stage of the investment lifecycle by creating, trading, holding, managing, servicing and distributing their financial assets.
"Our new brand is centered on powering global investments and being invested in our clients' success through the commitment of more than 48,000 dedicated professionals in 36 countries," said Gerald L. Hassell, BNY Mellon chairman and chief executive officer. "By understanding our clients' needs, building relationships and providing insights, we will continue to build on our global leadership in managing and servicing investments."
Source: BNY Mellon
Security Detail Protects NYSE Deal
January 30, 2013--A type of poison pill or just prudent protection?
That is the question some are asking about a side agreement in the deal for a rival to buy the parent of the New York Stock Exchange NYX +0.64%.
When IntercontinentalExchange Inc. ICE +1.54%announced an $8.2 billion deal for NYSE Euronext, observers speculated other suitors could follow due
Source: Wall Streeet Journal
NYSE Euronext Celebrates 20 Years of Exchange Traded Product (ETP) Listing and Trading
Celebrating the inaugural listing of SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY)
Paving the Way for ETP Innovation
January 29,2013--NYSE Euronext (NYX) celebrates the 20-year anniversary of the inaugural listing of SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE Arca: SPY) on January 29, 1993 and the significant growth and innovation of the Exchange Traded Product (ETP) industry since the landmark listing.
In New York and Paris, NYSE Euronext executives and distinguished guests rang the Opening Bell while State Street Global Advisors (SSgA), executives rang the NYSE Closing Bell yesterday to celebrate the inaugural launch of SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE Arca: SPY) in honor of the occasion.
“NYSE Arca is proud to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the SPY listing and extraordinary growth of the ETP industry,” said Laura Morrison, SVP, of Exchange Traded Products and Global Index Group. “We are proud of our leadership position in the ETP space and are committed to paving the way for issuers to bring innovative new products to the market in 2013 and beyond.”
SPY is the most traded equity security in the world by dollar volume and the largest Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) with nearly $125 billion in assets under management. Since the listing of SPY, over 1,450 ETPs have been listed in the U.S. representing over $1.38 trillion in assets and accounting for nearly 30% of all U.S. equity trading. NYSE Arca continues to have the highest market share of any U.S. exchange in both exchange traded product listings and trading.
Source: NYSE Euronext
NASDAQ OMX Announces Strategic Alignment of Global Data and Index Businesses
New Combined Unit Will Strengthen Sales, Technology and Customer Offering
January 29, 2013--The NASDAQ OMX Group, Inc. (Nasdaq:NDAQ) today announced the company will combine its Global Data Products and Global Index businesses.
The combination will enable greater customer focus and leverage of NASDAQ OMX's scalable technology, product innovation and robust distribution channels. The new business will be led by John L. Jacobs, Executive Vice President of NASDAQ OMX, and operate under the name Global Information Services.
"Combining these business areas allows us to better take advantage of the sweet spot they inherently both share: distribution of data and the delivery of innovative products that provide market insight and transparency," said Bob Greifeld, President and CEO, NASDAQ OMX.
Source: NASDAQ OMX
