Federal bank regulatory agencies today released the 2025 Shared National Credit (SNC) report that indicates credit risk associated with large, syndicated bank loans remains moderate. Credit risk trends continue to reflect the effects of borrowers' ability to manage higher interest expenses and other macroeconomic factors. The 2025 report reflects the examination of SNC loans originated on or before June 30, 2025. The reviews focused on leveraged loans and stressed borrowers from various industry sectors and assessed aggregate loan commitments of $100 million or more that are shared by multiple regulated financial institutions. The 2025 SNC portfolio included 6,857 borrowers, totaling $6.9 trillion in commitments, an increase of 6 percent from a year ago. The percentage of loans that deserve management's close attention ("non-pass" loans rated "special mention" and "classified") decreased to 8.6 percent of total commitments from 9.1 percent in 2024. The decline is primarily due to growth in new commitments rather than an underlying improvement in credit quality. U.S. banks hold 45 percent of all SNC commitments. However, they only hold 22 percent of non-pass loans, down slightly from the prior year. Nearly half of total SNC commitments are leveraged, and leveraged loans comprise 81 percent of non-pass loans. 2025 SNC Program Report (PDF)

TMX Group today announced its financing activity on Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) and TSX Venture Exchange (TSXV) for December 2025. TSX welcomed 84 new issuers in December 2025, compared with 15 in the previous month and seven in December 2024. The new listings were 78 Canadian Depositary Receipts, two exchange traded funds, one industrial products company, and three mining companies. Total financings raised in December 2025 decreased 29% compared to the previous month, but were up 151% compared to December 2024. The total number of financings in December 2025 was 37, compared with 43 the previous month and 26 in December 2024. For additional data relating to the number of transactions billed for TSX, please click on the following link: https://www.tmx.com/resource/en/440. There were two new issuers on TSXV in December 2025, compared with three in the previous month and two in December 2024. The new listings were one mining company and one technology company. Total financings raised in December 2025 decreased 14% compared to the previous month, but were up 222% compared to December 2024. There were 123 financings in December 2025, compared with 153 in the previous month and 120 in December 2024. TMX Group consolidated trading statistics for December 2025 can be viewed at www.tmx.com. Related Document:TMX Group Equity Financing Statistics – December 2025

The annual report filing described in MIAX Options, MIAX Pearl Options, MIAX Pearl Equities, MIAX Emerald Options, and MIAX Sapphire Options Rule 803 Audits has transitioned to the electronic filing platform available via FINRA’s Firm Gateway.Please refer to the following for more information: MIAX Options RC 2026-03 MIAX Pearl Options RC 2026-03 MIAX Pearl Equities RC 2026-01 MIAX Emerald Options RC 2026-03 MIAX Sapphire Options RC 2026-03 For FINRA Firm Gateway technical questions contact, FINRA’s technical support group at (301) 869-6699.Direct further questions to the Exchange’s Membership Department at MembershipCORE@miaxglobal.com.

Jason Keogh has joined Sage Capital Management as a Sales Director, with responsibility for driving global growth from hedge funds, asset managers, trading firms, and brokerages. With over 30 years’ experience in the financial markets, Jason Keogh is a seasoned sales, trading, and business development professional with deep expertise across TradFi, fintech and digital assets. He joins Sage Capital Management from Fusion Capital, where he was International Sales Director for the last two years, managing a global sales team.  Jason has a broad perspective of institutional client needs from senior sales and trading roles at a broad range of financial institutions and fintech firms.  His experience spans global banks including Credit Lyonnais, Oppenheimer, and Raymond James; brokers such as Sucden Financial, Old Mutual, and StoneX; and fintech and digital asset firms including EXANTE and Skarb. His extensive knowledge across multiple asset classes and broad global network of clients, contacts, and counterparties enables him to identify opportunities and deliver tailored solutions in rapidly evolving market environments. Nathan Sage, CEO, Sage Capital Management added, “Jason is very well known and highly respected in the industry, with a proven track record in driving revenue growth, building strategic partnerships, and managing client relationships across a diverse portfolio of high net worth and institutional clients. Sage Capital Management has ambitious growth plans – with major news about our offering to be announced imminently.  Jason’s depth of experience and strong network will be a significant asset. He is a natural fit for Sage Capital Management and we are delighted to welcome him to the team.” Jason Keogh added: “Sage Capital Management has built an excellent reputation as a one-stop-shop multi-product digital asset firm. I wanted to join the business because of its compelling product offering, experienced team, robust regulatory framework, and strong balance sheet. From everything I have seen to date, Sage Capital Management ticks all the boxes for what the market is looking for – and I am excited to play a significant role in its next growth phase.”

Commodity Futures Trading Commission Chairman Michael S. Selig today launched the Innovation Advisory Committee to gather expertise and recommendations on innovation in financial markets. The IAC has been renamed from the former Technology Advisory Committee. The body will include a balance of viewpoints representing the financial industry, regulatory bodies, financial technology providers, public interest groups, academia, and market infrastructure firms.   Chairman Selig will sponsor this committee and intends to nominate the CEO Innovation Council participants as its charter members. Selig is also seeking nominations for additional IAC membership. Submissions must be received by January 31, 2026.   “A wide range of novel technologies are enabling the creation of entirely new products, platforms, and businesses and transforming the financial markets landscape,” Chairman Selig said. “Innovators are harnessing technologies such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, and cloud computing to modernize legacy financial systems and build entirely new ones. Under my leadership, the Commission will develop fit-for-purpose market structure regulations for this new frontier of finance. The Innovation Advisory Committee will play a critical role in advising the Commission on the commercial, economic, and practical considerations of emerging products, platforms, and business models in the financial markets so that it can develop clear rules of the road for the Golden Age of American Financial Markets.” The IAC’s charter states: The IAC’s objectives and scope of activities shall be to provide advice and recommendations to the Commission. The IAC will assist the Commission in identifying and understanding and by providing advice on the impact and implications of technological innovation in the financial services, derivatives, and commodity markets. The IAC will provide advice on the application and utilization of new technologies in financial services, derivatives, and commodity markets, as well as by market professionals and market users. The IAC may further provide advice to the Commission on the appropriate level of investment in technology at the Commission to meet its surveillance and enforcement responsibilities, and inform the Commission’s consideration of technology-related issues to support the Commission’s mission of ensuring the integrity of the markets and achievement of other public interest objectives.   The public is invited to nominate individuals for the IAC and propose potential topics to prioritize. Each nomination submission should include relevant information about the nominee, such as the individual’s name, title, and organizational affiliation as well as information that supports the individual’s qualifications for selection. The submission should also include suggestions for potential topics to prioritize as well as the name and email or mailing address of the person nominating the individual. IAC Nominations and topic suggestions should be IAC@CFTC.gov by January 31, 2026. Submission of a nomination is not a guarantee of selection. About CFTC Advisory Committees The CFTC oversees five active advisory committees. They were created to provide advice and recommendations to the Commission on a variety of regulatory and market issues that affect the integrity and competitiveness of U.S. markets. The advisory committees facilitate communication between the Commission and market participants, other regulators, and academics. 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Please be advised the MIAX Options Exchange, MIAX Pearl Options Exchange, MIAX Emerald Options Exchange, MIAX Sapphire Options Exchange and MIAX Pearl Equities Exchange will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Val Wotton, Managing Director and Global Head of Equities Solutions at DTCC, shares the following statement on the commencement of an industry-wide testing phase for 24x5 trading in the U.S. equity markets: “As of January 11, DTCC’s industry-wide testing phase for 24x5 trading in U.S. equity markets has officially commenced. This phase is a critical step toward enabling near-continuous trading, which will expand global market access, improve responsiveness across time zones, and strengthen market resiliency.  The transition to 24x5 trading represents a structural evolution for the industry—but it also introduces new operational and risk considerations. Testing ensures firms are ready to process trades seamlessly during overnight sessions, maintain robust risk controls, and support resiliency ahead of DTCC subsidiary National Securities Clearing Corporation’s (NSCC’s) transition to a 24x5 schedule on June 28, 2026, and ahead of the national exchanges’ adoption of 24x5 trading, subject to all necessary regulatory approvals. DTCC is fully prepared to support the industry throughout this process and continues to collaborate closely with market participants, regulators, and exchanges to ensure readiness. Our goal is to help firms adapt their systems, strengthen operational resilience, and prepare for the future of global trading.” For resources and guidance, visit DTCC’s 24x5 readiness hub.

The total value of transactions during the month in re view reached € 11,56 million, with an average of € 0,58 million per trading session. The Financials sector contrib uted 86,26% to the total value traded which was the high est among all other sectors. Investors primarily focused their interest on the shares of “Bank of Cyprus Holdings Plc” and also on shares of “Demetra Holdings Plc” with 76,57% and 6,45% of the total value respectively. Click here for full details.

The Listing Nominating Committee of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (the Exchange), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) is now seeking applications from individuals interested in serving on the Exchange’s Listing Review Committee and the GEM Listing Review Committee. 1 Unsuccessful applications from previous years have not been retained.  Any such applicant wishing to be considered for appointment this year should submit an application. The Listing Review Committee is an independent committee of the Exchange established following the Exchange’s consultation on its review structure for Listing Committee decisions.2 The Listing Review Committee consists entirely of outside market participants to hear reviews of decisions made by the Listing Committee.  Currently, the Listing Review Committee comprises 29 members.  At least six of these members must be investor representatives and the remaining members must be a suitable balance of representatives of listed issuers and market practitioners (including lawyers, accountants, corporate finance advisers and Exchange participants (or their officers)).  Currently, five members of the Listing Review Committee form a chairmen pool.  Any review hearing by the new Listing Review Committee will ordinarily be chaired by a member from the chairmen pool.3 A separate news release has been made on the HKEX website inviting applications to the Listing Committee here.  Prospective applicants should note the principal functions of the Listing Committee set out in that news release.  The function of Listing Review Committee is as a review body only and it does not have the other functions of the Listing Committee. Appointments will be for a term of approximately 12 months commencing around July 2026.    Members of the Listing Review Committee may only remain in office for a maximum of six consecutive years.  Applicants should note that the Listing Nominating Committee expects that not all Listing Review Committee members will serve the maximum six year term as there will be a frequent turnover of members to ensure a refreshing of ideas and perspectives.  Short-listed candidates may be interviewed by the Listing Nominating Committee before appointments are made. In addition to applications received in response to this news release, the Listing Nominating Committee will consider reappointing existing Listing Review Committee members.  The Listing Nominating Committee is particularly interested in receiving applications from individuals with experience and expertise in Listing Rule matters or persons familiar with the work of the Listing Committee.4 Applicants should be able to represent the views of investors, listed issuers or market practitioners.  The Listing Review Committee will meet on an ad hoc basis as determined by requests for a review of a Listing Committee decision made by eligible parties.  Applicants should expect approximately 30 Listing Review Committee meetings to be held in a year and to attend at least half of these meetings. Meeting papers are distributed to members electronically prior to these meetings. The Exchange currently offers a fixed annual fee of $100,000 for each regular member and $125,000 for each of the Chairmen on account of attendance at, and preparation for, review meetings.  In line with the Exchange’s commitment to sustainable practices, meeting materials are provided to members electronically only.  Applications for nomination to the Listing Review Committee must be made by e-mail and accompanied by a resume.  They should be headed “Application for Nomination to the Listing Review Committee” and sent to Katherine Ng, Secretary to the Listing Nominating Committee using the email address LNCSecretary@hkex.com.hk.  Applications will be treated in strict confidence.  Personal data provided will only be used for the purpose of application for appointment to the Listing Review Committee. Applications should be submitted on or before 10 April 2026.  Applicants selected for an interview will be notified in the second quarter of 2026. Notes:  The Exchange’s Listing Review Committee and the GEM Listing Review Committee operate as an integrated committee. References to the Listing Review Committee mean both Listing Review Committees.  The “Conclusions to the Consultation Paper on Review Structure in relation to Listing Committee Decisions” published by HKEX on 18 January 2019 (Conclusions Paper). For further information about the role of the Listing Review Committee and its mode of operation, please refer to the Conclusions Paper. An individual who was a member of the Listing Committee may be eligible for appointment as a member of the Listing Review Committee after the lapse of two years from the date on which he/she last vacates the office of the Listing Committee.

LSEG announces it has purchased the following number of its ordinary shares of 679/86 pence each from Citigroup Global Markets Limited ("Citi") on the London Stock Exchange as part of its share buyback programme, as announced on 04 November 2025. Date of purchase: 09 January 2026 Aggregate number of ordinary shares purchased: 115,479 Lowest price paid per share: 8,776.00p Highest price paid per share: 8,964.00p Average price paid per share: 8,888.81p   LSEG intends to cancel all of the purchased shares. Following the cancellation of the repurchased shares, LSEG has 509,721,180 ordinary shares of 679/86 pence each in issue (excluding treasury shares) and holds 21,451,599 of its ordinary shares of 679/86 pence each in treasury. Therefore, the total voting rights in the Company will be 509,721,180. This figure for the total number of voting rights may be used by shareholders (and others with notification obligations) as the denominator for the calculation by which they will determine if they are required to notify their interest in, or a change to their interest in, the Company under the FCA's Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules. In accordance with Article 5(1)(b) of Regulation (EU) No 596/2014 (the Market Abuse Regulation) (as such legislation forms part of retained EU law as defined in the European Union (Withdrawal) Act 2018, as implemented, retained, amended, extended, re-enacted or otherwise given effect in the United Kingdom from 1 January 2021 and as amended or supplemented in the United Kingdom thereafter), a full breakdown of the individual purchases by Citi on behalf of the Company as part of the buyback programme can be found at: http://www.rns-pdf.londonstockexchange.com/rns/4141O_1-2026-1-9.pdf This announcement does not constitute, or form part of, an offer or any solicitation of an offer for securities in any jurisdiction. Schedule of Purchases Shares purchased:       115,479 (ISIN: GB00B0SWJX34) Date of purchases:      09 January 2026 Investment firm:         Citi Aggregate information: Venue Volume-weighted average price Aggregated volume Lowest price per share Highest price per share London Stock Exchange 8,888.81 115,479 8,776.00 8,964.00 Turquoise        

Bursa Malaysia (“the Exchange”) today launched the Bursa Malaysia Quality 50 Index (BMQ) and the Bursa Malaysia Quality 50 Shariah Index (BMQ-S), the Exchange’s first in-house indexes that are based on financial performance.  Unlike headline benchmarks that mainly track companies based on market capitalisation, the BMQ and BMQ-S indexes profile listed companies that demonstrate comparatively stronger financial characteristics across profitability, capital structure and earnings quality. These factors are measured through Return on Equity, Debt-to-Equity, and Operating Cash Flow relative to Profit After Tax and Minority Interests.  Each index comprises 50 companies from the MAIN Market and ACE Market that are not part of the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBMKLCI), the market’s primary headline benchmark where a large share of market capitalisation and investor focus is concentrated.  Dato’ Fad’l Mohamed, Chief Executive Officer of Bursa Malaysia, said: “The launch of the Bursa Malaysia Quality 50 Index and the Bursa Malaysia Quality 50 Shariah Index marks a significant milestone in our index innovation journey. We are seeing financially resilient companies emerging across sectors, including technology companies which make up almost 18% of both BMQ and BMQ-S. These indexes provide reference points that reflect this broader growth landscape, ensuring that Malaysian companies with strong fundamentals are visible and accessible to investors, whilst also supporting broader participation in Malaysia’s equity market.” Both BMQ and BMQ-S use the same index construction framework, with BMQ-S comprising only securities recognised as Shariah-compliant by the Shariah Advisory Council of the Securities Commission Malaysia. To ensure the indexes reflect companies that are suitable for benchmarking and investment reference, selected companies must meet minimum requirements in terms of size and trading activity. The indexes will be reviewed twice a year to ensure they continue to reflect current market conditions and company performance. Index values and constituent information will be available on Bursa Malaysia’s website. For more information on the BMQ and BMQ-S indexes and their methodology, please visit https://www.bursamalaysia.com/trade/our_products_services/indices/bursamalaysia-quality-50-index.  

The National University of Singapore (NUS) and the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) have jointly appointed Professor Alan M. Taylor as the MAS Distinguished Term Professor in Economics and Finance from 12 to 16 January 2026. Professor Taylor will be hosted by the Department of Economics at the NUS Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences and the Economic Policy Group of MAS during the term of the Professorship.2 Professor Taylor is currently Professor of International and Public Affairs at Columbia University. He has been an external member of the Monetary Policy Committee at the Bank of England (BOE) since September 2024 and is a member of the Council on Foreign Relations Professor Taylor is also a research associate at the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER) and the Center for Economic Policy Research (CEPR).3 Professor Taylor is widely recognised for his work on international trade, finance, macroeconomics and economic history. He has published in the leading economics journals including the American Economic Review, Econometrica and the Quarterly Journal of Economics. Professor Taylor was the Houblon-Norman/George Fellow at the BOE in 2009 to 2010 and awarded the John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Fellowship in 2004.4 Professor Lionel Wee, Dean of NUS Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, said, “We are privileged to host Professor Alan Taylor as the MAS Distinguished Term Professor. He brings a distinctive breadth of experiences and insights drawn from academia, industry, and the policy realm. Professor Taylor’s work has fundamentally reshaped our views of economic history and macro-finance, precisely at a time when the world economy is going through multiple, significant upheavals.”5 Mr Edward Robinson, Deputy Managing Director (Economic Policy) and Chief Economist, MAS, said, “Professor Taylor is one of the pioneer researchers into the empirics of exchange rate behaviour, financial crises and capital flows in the context of the 'open economy trilemma', which says that a country cannot simultaneously maintain fixed exchange rates, free capital movement and independent monetary policy. His recent research with co-authors on the global natural interest rate has gained traction amongst central banks worldwide and comes at an opportune time as policymakers grapple with questions about the appropriate calibration for monetary policy in a post-pandemic environment. It is our great privilege to welcome him as the 24th MAS Term Professor.”6 Professor Taylor will deliver a public lecture at NUS on 14 January 2026 titled, "Driving over the peak — or a false summit?” Drawing on historical perspectives from the first age of globalisation in the 1800s to the present day, he will examine whether we have reached "peak trade" and explore the implications for monetary policy in an era of potential downswing in globalisation. In addition, Professor Taylor will engage in dialogue sessions with NUS faculty members to discuss his latest research findings.7 Professor Taylor will also give a talk at MAS and engage senior policymakers and economists on international economics and monetary policy issues.About the MAS Term Professorship in Economics and FinanceFirst established in 2009, the MAS Term Professorship in Economics and Finance is awarded to distinguished scholars, who are appointed as Visiting Professors at the Department of Economics at the NUS Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, the NUS Business School, or the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy. It aims to strengthen Singapore’s financial and economics research infrastructure and contribute to a vibrant research community and culture at local universities. Since its inception, the MAS Term Professorship in Economics and Finance has been awarded to 24 distinguished scholars over the last 15 years. *** About National University of Singapore (NUS)The National University of Singapore (NUS) is Singapore’s flagship university, which offers a global approach to education, research and entrepreneurship, with a focus on Asian perspectives and expertise. We have 15 colleges, faculties and schools across three campuses in Singapore, with more than 40,000 students from 100 countries enriching our vibrant and diverse campus community. We have also established more than 20 NUS Overseas Colleges entrepreneurial hubs around the world.Our multidisciplinary and real-world approach to education, research and entrepreneurship enables us to work closely with industry, governments and academia to address crucial and complex issues relevant to Asia and the world. Researchers in our faculties, research centres of excellence, corporate labs and more than 30 university-level research institutes focus on themes that include energy; environmental and urban sustainability; treatment and prevention of diseases; active ageing; advanced materials; risk management and resilience of financial systems; Asian studies; and Smart Nation capabilities such as artificial intelligence, data science, operations research and cybersecurity.For more information on NUS, please visit nus.edu.sg  .

The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), the independent banking, financial services, and markets regulator of the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), has today brought into force its updated regulatory framework for Crypto Tokens in DIFC. The enhanced rules strengthen the DFSA’s regime, provide greater clarity for market participants, and support the development of a safe, transparent, and well-regulated digital assets environment. The introduction of the updated framework follows the DFSA’s consultation process in October 2025 and reflects the evolution of its approach since the launch of the Crypto Token regime in 2022. Over the past three years, the DFSA has actively monitored market developments and engaged closely with industry stakeholders and regulatory counterparts to ensure its rules remain robust, globally aligned, and supportive of innovation in DIFC. A key change under the updated regime is the shift from a DFSA-led suitability assessment to a firm-led assessment. Firms providing financial services involving Crypto Tokens are now directly responsible for determining – on a reasoned and documented basis – whether each Crypto Token they engage with meets the DFSA’s suitability criteria. As a result, the DFSA will no longer publish a list of Recognised Crypto Tokens. This reform is accompanied by enhanced safeguards for investors, refined conduct and operational requirements, and proportionate reporting obligations that better reflect the current state of the global digital assets market. Charlotte Robins, Managing Director, Policy & Legal of the DFSA, said: “The DFSA’s enhancements to the Crypto Token regime reflect our progressive stance on innovation and proactive response to market developments and feedback. These updated rules provide firms with greater clarity and flexibility, and ensure that our regulatory crypto token regime remains aligned with international best practice. As digital assets continue to evolve, our objective remains clear – to maintain a transparent, and predictable regulatory framework that safeguards market integrity and enables sustainable and responsible market development in DIFC.” For firms operating or seeking to operate in DIFC, the updated framework provides a clearer and more structured pathway for activities involving Crypto Tokens, including trading, fund and asset management, custody, advisory, and related financial services. DFSA Digital Assets Webinar To support market understanding of the updated framework and to provide a broader perspective on how the DFSA and DIFC support innovation in digital assets, the DFSA will host a webinar on 27 January 2026. The session will provide an overview of the DFSA’s regulatory approach to Crypto Tokens, the evolution of the regime, and how the DIFC’s ecosystem supports responsible innovation in this space. It will be relevant for existing and prospective market participants seeking to better understand the regulatory environment, the DIFC ecosystem, and the opportunities available for firms considering establishing or expanding digital asset activities in the DIFC rules. To attend the webinar, register your interest here. The new rules come into force today, 12 January 2026. For full details on the updated rules on the regulation of Crypto Tokens, please refer to: DFSA website DFSA’s notice of amendments to legislation DFSA’s Policy Statement on Fiat Crypto Tokens DFSA’s Supervisory Guidelines on assessing the suitability of Crypto Tokens

Thailand Futures Exchange PCL (TFEX) has appointed Triwit Wangvorawudhi as Managing Director effective from January 5, 2026, in accordance with the Board of Directors’ meeting. Triwit Wangvorawudhi brings extensive knowledge with over 20 years of experience, spanning financial markets, investment banking, capital market technology solutions, and a strong understanding of the capital market ecosystem. He will play a key role in driving TFEX's core strategies, including expanding the investor base, developing innovative products and services aligned with modern investment trends, and strengthening overall market liquidity and efficiency. Triwit has been with The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) since 2020. He currently serves as Executive Vice President – Market Division. Previously, he held key positions as Managing Director of Settrade.com Co., Ltd. and Digital Access Platform Co., Ltd., both of which are important technology infrastructures for the Thai capital market.

On Friday, the Department of Justice served the Federal Reserve with grand jury subpoenas, threatening a criminal indictment related to my testimony before the Senate Banking Committee last June. That testimony concerned in part a multi-year project to renovate historic Federal Reserve office buildings. I have deep respect for the rule of law and for accountability in our democracy. No one—certainly not the chair of the Federal Reserve—is above the law. But this unprecedented action should be seen in the broader context of the administration's threats and ongoing pressure. This new threat is not about my testimony last June or about the renovation of the Federal Reserve buildings. It is not about Congress's oversight role; the Fed through testimony and other public disclosures made every effort to keep Congress informed about the renovation project. Those are pretexts. The threat of criminal charges is a consequence of the Federal Reserve setting interest rates based on our best assessment of what will serve the public, rather than following the preferences of the President. This is about whether the Fed will be able to continue to set interest rates based on evidence and economic conditions—or whether instead monetary policy will be directed by political pressure or intimidation. I have served at the Federal Reserve under four administrations, Republicans and Democrats alike. In every case, I have carried out my duties without political fear or favor, focused solely on our mandate of price stability and maximum employment. Public service sometimes requires standing firm in the face of threats. I will continue to do the job the Senate confirmed me to do, with integrity and a commitment to serving the American people. Thank you.

Nasdaq (Nasdaq: NDAQ) today announced that Walmart Inc. (Nasdaq: WMT), will become a component of the Nasdaq-100 Index® (NDX®), the Nasdaq-100 Equal Weighted™ Index (NDXE™), and the Nasdaq-100 Ex-Tech Sector™ Index (NDXX™) prior to market open on Tuesday, January 20, 2026 - the first trading day following the third Friday of the month. Walmart Inc. will replace AstraZeneca PLC (Nasdaq: AZN) in the Nasdaq-100 Index®, the Nasdaq-100 Equal Weighted Index, and the Nasdaq-100 Ex-Tech Sector Index. AstraZeneca PLC will also be removed from the Nasdaq-100 ESG™ Index (NDXESG™), Nasdaq-100 ex Top 30™​ (NDX70™), Nasdaq-100 ex Top 30​ UCITS™ (NDX70U™), Nasdaq-100 Sustainable ESG Select™​ (NDXSES™), Nasdaq-100 Low Volatility​™ (NDXLV™), and Nasdaq-100 Select Equal Weight™​ (NDXSE™) prior to market open on Tuesday, January 20, 2026. Please also note that the market will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026, in observance of MLK, Jr. Day. The Nasdaq-100 Index is a globally recognized index that tracks the performance of 100 of the largest non-financial companies listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market® encompassing a diverse range of industries and sectors. From technology and retail to healthcare, telecommunications, biotechnology, and media, these companies collectively shape the new 21st century economy. To learn more about the Nasdaq-100 Index methodology, visit: https://indexes.nasdaq.com/docs/Methodology_NDX.pdf For more information about the company, go to https://stock.walmart.com/

The current reports for the week of January 06, 2026 are now available. Report data is also available in the CFTC Public Reporting Environment (PRE), which allows users to search, filter, customize and download report data. Additional information on Commitments of Traders (COT) | CFTC.gov Historical Viewable Historical Compressed COT Release Schedule CFTC Public Reporting Environment (PRE) PRE User Guide PRE Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

The first official exams are now available for the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization’s (CIRO) new proficiency model for approved persons and potential candidates of investment dealers. “We are thrilled to see the new proficiency model launched and to see it used by candidates and the industry, in an efficient and cost-effective way,” said Elsa Renzella, Senior Vice-President, Member Compliance and Registration, CIRO. “The new model raises the proficiency bar while providing CIRO greater oversight, ensuring relevance and responsiveness as the industry changes.” In advance of the launch, CIRO published exam syllabi, guides for study and practice exams to help learners, the industry and education providers prepare for the transition. CIRO is committed to innovation, efficiency, and excellence in setting a new proficiency standard for the Canadian financial services industry. The new exams are designed and delivered in partnership with Fitch Learning. “Fitch Learning is proud to partner with CIRO in shaping the future of financial services education in Canada. This new proficiency model raises the bar for the industry and ensures professionals are equipped for an evolving marketplace and to future-proof their careers,” said Andreas Karaiskos, CEO, Fitch Learning. The new proficiency rules came into effect on January 1, 2026, and are applicable to Investment Dealers and their approved persons. With the launch of the new proficiency model, Fitch created three portals: harmonized enrollment and candidate portals, and a firm portal for CIRO dealer members which can be used to track and manage candidates and enroll bulk candidates. The portals are also being used for CIRO mandatory Conduct Training for existing approved persons. For more information on the New Proficiency Model and to find links to the portals, visit the Exam Hub. About Fitch Learning  Fitch Learning, part of Fitch Group, is a trusted global provider of financial education. Built on deep expertise in credit and strengthened by broad experience across financial services, we deliver impactful learning solutions through client-focused programs, courses and professional qualifications. Harnessing digital innovation and AI-driven learning tools, we empower organizations worldwide to build future-ready teams. Fitch Learning owns the Canadian Securities Institute, Certificate in Quantitative Finance Institute (CQFI), and the Global Institute of Credit Professionals, dedicated to supporting finance professionals throughout their career journeys. With centers in established financial hubs including Toronto, Montreal, New York, London, Riyadh, Abu Dhabi, Dubai, India, Singapore, Hong Kong and Sydney, Fitch Learning is committed to understanding complex client learning needs across fast-paced financial markets.

The Federal Reserve Board on Friday announced the designation of the chairs and deputy chairs of the 12 Federal Reserve Banks for 2026. Each Reserve Bank has a nine-member board of directors, representing a wide range of business and community leaders across each regional district. By law, the Board of Governors in Washington appoints three of these directors to represent the public in the district and each year designates one of its appointees as chair and a second as deputy chair. Following are the names of the chairs and deputy chairs designated by the Board for 2026: BostonLizanne Kindler, executive chair and chief executive, KnitWell Group, Hingham, Massachusetts, named Chair. Tim Sweeney, president, chief executive officer, and chairman, Liberty Mutual Insurance, Boston, Massachusetts, named Deputy Chair. New YorkPat Wang, president and chief executive officer, Healthfirst, New York, New York, renamed Chair. Rajiv J. Shah, M.D., president, The Rockefeller Foundation, New York, New York, renamed Deputy Chair. PhiladelphiaWilliam Lo, chief executive officer, Crystal Steel Fabricators, Inc., Delmar, Delaware, named Chair. Kisha Hortman Hawthorne, senior vice president and chief operating officer, Care Network and Behavioral Health and Crisis Center at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP), Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, named Deputy Chair. ClevelandRichard J. Kramer, former chairman, chief executive officer, and president, The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co., Akron, Ohio, named Chair. Fred Hargett, executive vice president and chief financial officer, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, named Deputy Chair. RichmondLisa M. Lawson, president and chief executive officer, The Annie E. Casey Foundation, Baltimore, Maryland renamed Chair. Halsey M. Cook, president and chief executive officer, Milliken & Company, Spartanburg, South Carolina, renamed Deputy Chair. AtlantaGregory A. Haile, chief executive officer, Upwardly Global and former president, Broward College, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, renamed Chair. James O. Etheredge, former chief executive officer, Accenture North America, Atlanta, Georgia, renamed Deputy Chair. ChicagoJennifer F. Scanlon, president and chief executive officer, UL Solutions Inc., Northbrook, Illinois, renamed Chair. Maurice Smith, chairman, president, and chief executive officer, Health Care Service Corporation, Chicago, Illinois, named Deputy Chair. St. LouisLal Karsanbhai, president and chief executive officer, Emerson Electric Co., St. Louis, Missouri, named Chair. Gregory A. Heckman, chief executive officer, Bunge Global SA, Chesterfield, Missouri, named Deputy Chair. MinneapolisPaul D. Williams, founder and principal consultant, Williams Community Supports and retired president and chief executive officer, Project for Pride in Living, Minneapolis, Minnesota named Chair. Jay Debertin, president and chief executive officer, CHS, Inc., Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota, named Deputy Chair. Kansas CityJandel Allen-Davis, M.D., president and chief executive officer, Craig Hospital, Englewood, Colorado named Chair. Paul Maass, chief executive officer, Scoular, Omaha, Nebraska, named Deputy Chair. DallasClaudia Aguirre, president and chief executive officer, BakerRipley, Houston, Texas, renamed Chair. Gary C. Kelly, chairman emeritus, Southwest Airlines, Dallas, Texas, renamed Deputy Chair. San FranciscoRussell A. Childs, chief executive officer and president, SkyWest, Inc., St. George, Utah, renamed Chair. Pallavi Mehta Wahi, chair of western U.S. strategic growth and Seattle office head, Arnold & Porter, Seattle, Washington, renamed Deputy Chair.

The Securities and Exchange Commission today announced it will hold its third and final outreach event to help firms comply with amendments to Regulation S-P. The event, which is focused on small firms, is open to in-person or virtual attendance, and is scheduled for January 22, 2026, from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm ET. At the event, SEC staff will cover the new Regulation S-P compliance obligations, discuss what to expect when interacting with an exam team during an examination, and answer any remaining compliance questions. It will also include a workshop where examination staff will engage in an Incident Response tabletop discussion, review a sample document request list, and demonstrate a mock examination session. “Strengthening protections for investors’ personal data is a benefit to both firms and investors,” said Keith Cassidy, Acting Director for the Division of Examinations. “We recognize implementation of these new requirements may create challenges associated with compliance, and the SEC’s Division of Examinations wants to help firms clearly understand these new requirements.” The event will take place at SEC Headquarters located at 100 F St. NE in Washington D.C. For in-person attendance, please register. For online attendance, advanced registration is preferred but not required. Questions may also be submitted in advance. A link to watch the event will be available on January 22 on www.sec.gov. Additional information about each Regulation S-P compliance outreach event, including the recordings of previous events, are available on the Reg Compliance S-P Outreach webpage.