Canada, U.S. markets close early on Dec. 24
Aequitas is proposing an alternative to TMX’s system but claims that it’s prevented from launching this solution
The move means Nasdaq will have a Canadian presence for the first time in 10 years
Markets commit to promoting sustainable, long-term investment and improved ESG disclosure and performance among their listed companies
Although the firm has yet to reveal the strategy, it has signalled that it intends to shift the market away from resources and toward technology
The agreement is designed to further development of securities markets in Canada and Taiwan
Exchange requests public comments
U.K. firm will provide access to a broader range of risk management and analytics services as the OTC markets evolve
Exchanges can incorporate ESG metrics into the disclosure guidance they provide to companies listed on their markets
Six private companies will use the new platform