LSEG announces it has purchased the following number of its ordinary shares of 679/86 pence each from Goldman Sachs International ("GSI") on the London Stock Exchange as part of its share buyback programme, as announced on 09 April 2026 Date of Purchase Number of ordinary shares purchased Highest price paid per share Lowest price paid per share Volume weighted price paid per share 2026-04-20 211,506 £94.6200 £93.4000 £94.0635 2026-04-21 212,495 £96.5200 £93.8800 £95.7405 2026-04-22 207,254 £97.4000 £95.6800 £96.4980 2026-04-23 307,755 £100.3000 £97.2400 £98.8693 2026-04-24 305,748 £99.9600 £98.1800 £99.0790   LSEG intends to cancel the purchased shares. Following the cancellation of the repurchased shares, LSEG has 494,035,157 ordinary shares of 679/86pence each in issue (excluding treasury shares) and holds 21,451,599 of its ordinary shares of 679/86pence each in treasury. Therefore, the total voting rights in the Company will be 494,035,157. 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 GSI on behalf of the Company as part of the buyback programme can be found at: http://www.rns-pdf.londonstockexchange.com/rns/0777C_1-2026-4-27.pdf This announcement does not constitute, or form part of, an offer or any solicitation of an offer for securities in any jurisdiction.

The Disciplinary Committee of Nasdaq Stockholm (the “Exchange”) has found that Greater Than AB (the “Company”) has breached the rules of Nasdaq First North Growth Market (the “Rulebook”) and therefore ordered the Company to pay a fine of five annual fees, corresponding to an amount of SEK 946,856. The Disciplinary Committee finds that the Company has breached Article 17.1 of the EU Market Abuse Regulation and, consequently, section 4.1.1 of the Rulebook, by virtue of the Company’s press release of August 18, 2025 regarding the entry into a memorandum of understanding for a new license agreement not enabling a complete and correct assessment of the significance of the information for the Company. The Disciplinary Committee further finds that the Company has breached section 6.1.1 of the Rulebook by delaying the provision of requested information to the Exchange. The Disciplinary Committee considers the breaches of the Rulebook to be serious and therefore imposes a fine. The fine is determined to be equivalent to five annual fees. The Disciplinary Committee’s decision is available at: https://www.nasdaq.com/market-regulation/nordic/stockholm/disciplinary/decisions-sanctions

Pirum today announced the appointment of Renato Lima as Chief Revenue Officer. Lima joins the Leadership team with immediate effect and will lead Pirum's global revenue operations across EMEA, North America, APAC – where Pirum extended 24/5 dedicated service coverage from 1 April 2026. The appointment represents a statement of intent in Pirum's commercial evolution. As the industry confronts accelerating regulatory obligations – from T+1 settlement in the UK, EU, and Switzerland (October 2027) to SEC Rule 15c3-3 – demand for Pirum's Complete, Connected Lifecycle platform is growing across all regions and client segments. Lima's mandate is to translate that demand into disciplined, data-driven growth at scale. Lima joins from FIS, where, as SVP Head of Sales for Capital Markets, he led international sales teams across the globe for nearly nine years, building a consistent record of revenue growth across complex, long-cycle institutional relationships. Before FIS, Lima spent close to 15 years at Bloomberg, culminating in his role as European Head of Enterprise Solutions and, prior to that, as European Head of Global Data, where he oversaw a department of more than 200 data analysts. The combination of enterprise sales leadership and deep data expertise puts Lima directly at the centre of what Pirum's clients need most: a partner who understands both the commercial relationship and the data infrastructure that underpins it. Renato Lima said: “Pirum sits in an enviable position at the intersection of a highly capable platform and a deeply interconnected client community that depends on one another to operate. At the same time, the industry is entering a pivotal phase with T+1 settlement, AI-ready infrastructure, and the push toward 24/7 trading, which are all driving the need for real-time, enterprise-wide systems and operations. For me, what makes the opportunity so compelling is the chance to sharpen Pirum’s commercial model. Not just within sales, but across every function that supports our clients and the broader market. It’s about ensuring we translate that unique position into consistent, measurable value for clients, while scaling how we engage, support, and grow alongside them.” Ben Challice, Chief Executive Officer at Pirum, said: "Renato's appointment to the Leadership team continues to signal where Pirum is heading. We have built a platform that processes over US$6.5 trillion in transactions daily, covers the complete securities finance lifecycle, and is trusted by every major securities finance firm. The next chapter is about turning that foundation into sustained global growth – across new regions, new client segments, and new capabilities as the industry moves toward AI-first operations. Renato brings the industry relationships, the commercial discipline, and the collaborative approach that this next phase demands."

The U.S. Department of the Treasury announced today that is has initiated a review of certified Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) to identify potential violations of applicable law or CDFI requirements and to help ensure that CDFIs that receive federal assistance act as proper stewards of taxpayer funds.    “CDFIs play a critical role in expanding access to capital in underserved communities,” said Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.  “CDFIs that engage in predatory practices and take advantage of the very communities they are intended to serve will be reviewed and, where appropriate, held accountable.  We remain committed to enforcing the law and protecting taxpayer resources while supporting the mission of responsible CDFIs.”  This ongoing review is part of Treasury’s efforts to strengthen oversight of federal grant programs, promote accountability, and prevent abuse.  Treasury is assessing whether CDFIs are complying with applicable legal requirements and the terms of CDFI Fund assistance agreements.  Where appropriate, Treasury will take action consistent with applicable law and program requirements.

With just 18 months until Europe transitions to a T+1 settlement cycle, firms must move beyond strategy and begin implementing operational changes to ensure they are ready, according to Val Wotton, Managing Director and Global Head of Equities Solutions at DTCC. In a statement marking the 18-month milestone, Wotton emphasized the urgency for firms to optimize their post-trade processes. He highlighted that Europe's transition presents unique challenges not seen in the U.S. move to T+1. “Unlike the U.S., Europe’s transition comes with multiple layers of complexity due to its highly fragmented landscape, which spans multiple trading venues, CCPs, CSDs and currencies,” Wotton stated.To meet the accelerated timeline, Wotton stressed that inefficiencies in the post-trade lifecycle—including trade allocation, confirmation, matching, and settlement—must be eliminated. He advised firms to begin identifying risks from counterparties who have not automated their workflows and to assess their reliance on third-party technology providers for any potential gaps. “The next 18 months are therefore critical,” Wotton urged. “Firms that invest now in automation, reimagined post-trade workflows, data standardization and cross‑market alignment, while engaging with clearing and post‑trade partners, will be best positioned to navigate Europe’s transition successfully.” He concluded by framing the preparation period as a crucial foundation for the future of the market. “At DTCC, we view this phase as foundational to ensuring that Europe’s move to T+1 is not only enabled, but strengthens market resilience and efficiency.”

The FCA is seeking views on proposals to change rules that govern the publication of research during the initial public offering (IPO) process. The FCA is consulting on removing the requirement for a 7-day delay before connected research on an IPO can be published. It also consults on removing rules that require firms to provide independent analysts with the same information as their own research analysts. These rules were introduced in 2018 to encourage the production of unconnected research, but they have not achieved that aim. However, feedback from the market suggests that they have also added complexity, risk and cost to the IPO process, and have put the UK at a competitive disadvantage compared with other international listing venues. Removing these requirements would simplify the IPO process and improve the conditions for listing in the UK. This would support the FCA’s work to strengthen the UK’s capital markets and to support growth and competitiveness. Jon Relleen, director of infrastructure & exchanges, supervision, policy & competition division, said: 'Market feedback has been clear that these rules can introduce additional risk, cost and complexity without delivering the intended benefits. We are committed to reducing friction, supporting growth, and ensuring the UK remains a competitive and trusted place for companies to raise capital.' No other rule changes are proposed at this stage. However, the paper includes discussion questions on whether further reform of the 2018 IPO information flow rules may be appropriate. This consultation helps to deliver one of the commitments set out in the FCA’s letter to the Prime Minister in December 2025. The FCA welcomes feedback by 29 May 2026. Background CP26/14: Changes to information flows for UK equity IPOs. Find out more information about the FCA.

The FCA Board appoints new members to decision-making committee. The Board of the FCA has appointed Jonathan Peddie and Raymond Cox KC as new members of the FCA’s Regulatory Decisions Committee (RDC). The RDC is responsible for taking certain regulatory decisions on behalf of the FCA relating to contested enforcement action. Committee members bring a broad range of professional experience to support fair, independent and evidence-based decision-making. Alison Potter, the chair of the RDC, said: 'I am delighted to welcome our new members to the committee. Both Raymond and Jonathan bring significant legal and financial services expertise and regulatory enforcement experience, which will complement existing committee members and enhance the overall capability and effectiveness of the RDC.' Background More detail about the work of the RDC is available on the FCA website, including the biographies of all committee members. The RDC is an FCA Board Committee that is operationally separate from the rest of the FCA. The FCA Board appoints the RDC chair and members, who are drawn from across a spectrum of business, consumer and industry backgrounds. Find out more information about the FCA. 

GlobalData has announced the latest Financial and Legal Adviser League Tables, in terms of the total value and volume of merger and acquisition (M&A) deals they advised on in the consumer sector during Q1 2026. Financial Advisers Morgan Stanley top M&A financial adviser in consumer sector during Q1 2026 Morgan Stanley was the top mergers and acquisitions (M&A) financial adviser in the consumer sector during the first quarter (Q1) of 2026 by both value and volume, according to the latest financial advisers league table by GlobalData, a leading intelligence and productivity platform. An analysis of GlobalData’s Financial Deals Database reveals that Morgan Stanley achieved the leading position having advised on seven deals worth $51.6 billion. Aurojyoti Bose, Lead Analyst at GlobalData, comments: “Morgan Stanley showcased improvement in both volume and value of deals advised by it during Q1 2026 compared to Q1 2025. However, the growth was more prominent in terms of value primarily driven by its involvement in a single very high-value deal ($44.8 billion deal for the merger of Unilever’s foods business with McCormick). Interestingly, the other advisers that were also involved in this deal occupied the next three top spots in the value ranking chart and were significantly ahead of their peers.” Goldman Sachs occupied the second position in terms of value, by advising on $49 billion worth of deals, followed by Rothschild & Co with $46.7 billion, Citi with $44.8 billion whereas and Centerview Partners with $3.8 billion. Meanwhile, PWC occupied the second position in terms of volume with seven deals, followed by Goldman Sachs with six deals, Rothschild & Co with six deals and Raymond James Financial with five deals.   Legal Advisers Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson and Baker McKenzie top M&A legal advisers in consumer sector during Q1 2026 Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson and Baker McKenzie were the top mergers and acquisitions (M&A) legal advisers in the consumer sector during the first quarter (Q1) of 2026 by value and volume, respectively according to the latest legal advisers league table by GlobalData, a leading intelligence and productivity platform. An analysis of GlobalData’s Financial Deals Database reveals that Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson achieved the leading position in terms of value by advising on $46.2 billion worth of deals. Meanwhile, Baker McKenzie led in terms of volume by advising on a total of nine deals. Aurojyoti Bose, Lead Analyst at GlobalData, comments: “There was a slight improvement in deal volume for Baker McKenzie in Q1 2026 compared to Q1 2025 and its ranking by this metric improved from the second to the top position during this period. “Meanwhile, Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson, despite advising on much lesser number of deals, managed to lead by value in Q1 2026. The involvement in $44.8 billion deal for the merger of Unilever’s foods business with McCormick played a pivotal role in Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson securing the top spot by value. In fact, the next five advisers in the value ranking chart were also involved in this high-value deal.” Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz occupied the second position in terms of value, by advising on $45.2 billion worth of deals, followed by Hogan Lovells with $44.9 billion whereas Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton, Clifford Chance and Sullivan & Cromwell jointly held the fourth position with each of them advising on one deal worth $44.8 billion. Meanwhile, Ropes & Gray occupied the second position in terms of volume with seven deals, followed by Kirkland & Ellis with seven deals, Greenberg Traurig with six deals and Latham & Watkins with five deals.

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) is pleased to announce today (Monday) the introduction of weekly expiries for 17 single stock option classes in two batches, on 15 June 2026 and 22 June 2026, respectively. Weekly stock options have become one of HKEX’s fastest-growing derivatives instruments. Since launching in November 2024, more than 36 million contracts have been traded, with weekly expiries consistently representing approximately 21 per cent of the volume of the corresponding single stock options products in 2026. With the launch of the 17 new weekly stock options, HKEX will expand its range in this short-dated product category to a total of 33 offerings. These new weekly stock options will supplement the current monthly contracts, providing investors with increased flexibility and additional instruments to help manage short-term market risks. Ten new weekly stock options that commence trading on 15 June ANTA Sports Products Limited (2020) ANA 200 Thursday, 18 June 2026 Friday, 26 June 2026 Zijin Gold International Company Limited (2259) ZJG 200 WuXi Biologics (Cayman) Inc. (2269) WXB 500 WuXi AppTec Co., Ltd. (2359) WXA 500 Zijin Mining Group Co., Ltd. (2899) ZJM 2,000 Laopu Gold Co., Ltd. (6181) LAO 100 Bilibili Inc. (9626) BLI 60 Akeso, Inc. (9926) AKS 1,000 Trip.com Group Limited (9961) TRP 150 Pop Mart International Group Limited (9992) POP 200   Seven new weekly stock options that commence trading on 22 June Sun Hung Kai Properties Limited (16) SHK 1,000 Friday, 26 June 2026 Friday, 3 July 2026 Geely Automobile Holdings Limited (175) GAH 5,000 Li Auto Inc. (2015) LAU 200 Sunny Optical Technology (Group) Company Limited (2382) SNO 1,000 China Life Insurance Company Limited (2628) CLI 1,000 XPeng Inc. (9868) PEN 200 NetEase, Inc. (9999) NTE 500   Details of new weekly stock options are available in the circular issued today. General stock options contract summaries are also available on the HKEX website.

This morning (April 27, 2026), the management of Rami Levy Real Estate opened trading on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange, marking the company’s listing.  Rami Levy Real Estate is the largest company to have been public since the beginning of the year, with the highest capital raised, amounting to approximately NIS 521 million. It is the first company to issue shares in 2026, among eight new companies that have joined the Exchange since the beginning of the year. The company operates in the development, construction, ownership, and management of income-producing real estate assets in Israel, with an emphasis on commercial centers, shopping malls, logistics complexes, office buildings, hospitality, and mixed-use projects. In parallel, the company operates a dedicated residential development and urban renewal arm, which includes projects under construction, in planning, and in development across the country. As of the end of 2025, the total value of the group’s investment real estate amounted to approximately NIS 1.96 billion, in addition to approximately NIS 0.6 billion in land inventory for construction and residential units for sale.  In 2007, the real estate activity was separated from the retail activity of the Rami Levy Group. Over the years, the company developed a wide range of commercial centers and income-producing assets. Since 2020, the company expanded its activities into residential development, and in 2024 it entered the field of urban renewal. The company raised approximately NIS 521 million through the issuance of shares and warrants.  The company is expected to join the TA-Real Estate Index, the TA-Israel Yielding Real Estate Index, and the TA-200 Index.  Rami Levy, Chairman of Rami Levy Real Estate, said: “After years during which we developed the company’s real estate activity, the IPO marks a significant milestone in the life of the company, as we prepare for the next stage of growth that the company is expected to achieve in the coming years, in the field of commercial centers and income-producing assets, as well as in residential development. We will continue to act with commitment to creating long-term value and building a stable and leading company in its field.”  Moti Hazan, CEO of Rami Levy Real Estate, said: “Today we mark another significant stage in the company’s development, following its successful IPO this year and the beginning of its journey as a public company. We thank the investing public for the trust they have placed in us, in the company’s activities and in the business potential inherent in it in the coming years. The company’s development momentum is expected to lead to a doubling of our scope of activity, alongside expansion of our residential and urban renewal initiatives, including the construction of thousands of housing units across the country. On this occasion, I would like to thank all of the company’s employees, managers, and partners, whose dedication, professionalism, and ongoing commitment contributed to the success of the company and the IPO, and to reaching this important milestone. Together, we will continue to work with determination to implement the company’s strategic plans, create value for investors, and ensure continued long-term growth.”  Ron Klein, EVP, Head of the Economic Department at TASE, said: “We are pleased to see companies such as Rami Levy Real Estate joining the Exchange, together with 7 additional new companies since the beginning of the year. The income-producing real estate sub-sector in Israel currently includes 45 companies with a total market value of approximately NIS 220 billion. I believe we will continue to see additional real estate companies joining the Exchange in the near future. I wish the company’s management and employees great success as it becomes a public company, and continued growth and development through the Exchange.”  

Market capitalisation of approximately NOK 2.4 billion 19th listing on Euronext in 2026 Euronext today congratulates BEWI Invest ASA (ticker code: BINT) on its listing on Euronext Oslo Børs. This is the 19th listing on Euronext so far this year.  BEWI Invest is a Norwegian industrial owner with a long‑term and responsible investment perspective, with a portfolio primarily comprised of companies operating within industrials, real estate and seafood. The company supports the development of resilient and sustainable businesses that create long‑term value and contribute positively to local communities. Prior to the listing, KMC Properties ASA (ticker: KMCP) and BEWI Invest merged. BEWI Invest was listed through the admission to trading on 27 April 2026 of the 103 210 053 shares making up its equity. At opening today, the share price of the company was set at NOK 23 per share, giving the company a market capitalisation of NOK 2.4 billion on the day of listing. Bjørn André Ulstein, CEO of BEWI Invest, said: “The listing of the company on Euronext Oslo Børs is an important and planned milestone in our development of a long-term industrial owner and partner for businesses and owners within industrial production, real estate and seafood. The most important focus, however, is our continued commitment to developing our businesses and thereby create growth in underlying values and cash flows for the benefit of our portfolio companies, the company and our shareholders. Through improved access to capital, the listing gives the company a new and important tool to succeed in achieving these goals.”    About BEWI Invest ASA BEWI Invest is a long-term partner for companies in industrial production, real estate and seafood. Headquartered in Trondheim, the group operates across several countries and employs thousands of professionals committed to sustained profitable growth and value creation within its portfolio companies. Through active and responsible ownership, the Company maintains a long-term perspective with sustainability at the core. For more information: www.bewiinvest.com.

Euronext Athens welcomes the decision by STOXX to reclassify Greece to Developed Market status, marking another important milestone for the Greek capital market and confirming the significant progress achieved in recent years. The decision will come into effect on 21 September 2026. STOXX becomes the last major international index provider to recognise Greece as a Developed Market, following earlier decisions by the leading providers S&P Dow Jones, FTSE Russell and MSCI.  The decision reflects the sustained strengthening of Greece’s market ecosystem, liquidity, and international investor appeal, as well as the broader recovery and resilience of the Greek economy. The Developed Market classification is expected to further enhance the visibility of the Greek capital market among global investors and support broader participation from international institutional capital. Yianos Kontopoulos, CEO of Euronext Athens, said: “STOXX’s decision to reclassify Greece to Developed Market status is a strong vote of confidence in the progress of the Greek capital market and the Greek economy. With this announcement, all major international index providers now recognise Greece as a Developed Market. This is a highly symbolic and substantive achievement that reflects years of reforms, improved market quality and growing investor confidence. As part of Euronext, Euronext Athens is well positioned to build on this momentum, further strengthen liquidity, attract new capital and support the long-term growth of Greek companies.” For more information:https://www.stoxx.com/document/News/2026/April/stoxx_country_classification_result_2026.pdf 

ETFGI, reported today Active ETF Q1 net inflows were $US245.21 Billion which is up 70% from the prior record set in 2025 that assets of US$2.12 trillion invested in the actively managed ETFs industry globally at the end of March. During March the actively managed ETFs industry globally gathered net inflows of US$77.97 billion, bringing year-to-date net inflows to a record US$245.21 billion, according to ETFGI's March 2026 Active ETF and ETP industry landscape insights report, an annual paid-for research subscription service. ETFGI, is a 14 year old leading independent research and consultancy firm renowned for its expertise in subscription research, consulting services, 6 annual ETFGI Global ETFs Insights Summits, and ETF TV on global ETF industry trends. (All dollar values in USD unless otherwise noted.) Highlights Assets of $2.12 Tn invested in the actively managed ETFs industry globally at the end of March, below the record high assets of $2.15 Tn at the end of February 2026. Assets increased 10.4% year-to-date in 2026, going from $1.92 Tn at the end of 2025 to $2.12 Tn. Net inflows of $77.97 Bn in March. YTD net inflows of $245.21 Bn are the highest on record, followed by YTD net inflows of $144.51 Bn in 2025, and the third highest record YTD net inflows of $71.23 Bn in 2024. 72nd month of consecutive net inflows. “During March the S&P 500 declined 4.98% in March and is down 4.33% year‑to‑date in 2026. Developed markets excluding the United States fell 10.99% in March but remained up 0.18% for the year. Within developed markets, Korea (‑24.15%) and Luxembourg (‑21.47%) recorded the largest declines during the month. Emerging markets declined 10.13% in March and were down 2.84% year‑to‑date. Egypt (‑19.42%) and South Africa (‑17.24%) experienced the steepest losses among emerging markets in March.” According to Deborah Fuhr, Managing Partner, Founder, and Owner, ETFGI. Growth in assets in the actively managed ETFs industry as of end of March Source: ETFGI data sourced from ETF/ETP sponsors, exchanges, regulatory filings, Thomson Reuters/Lipper, Bloomberg, publicly available sources and data generated in-house. Note: “ETFs” are typically open-end index funds that provide daily portfolio transparency, are listed and traded on exchanges like stocks on a secondary basis as well as utilising a unique creation and redemption process for primary transactions. “ETPs” refers to other products that have similarities to ETFs in the way they trade and settle but they do not use a mutual fund structure. The use of other structures including grantor trusts, partnerships, notes and depositary receipts by ETPs can create different tax and regulatory implications for investors when compared to ETFs which are funds.   The actively managed ETFs industry globally has 4,969 products, with 6,754 listings, assets of $2.12 Tn, from 695 providers listed on 47 exchanges in 37 countries at the end of March. Dimensional is the largest active ETF provider globally by assets, with $271.66 bn, representing 12.8% market share. JPMorgan Asset Management ranks second with $264.15 bn and 12.4% market share, followed by iShares with $134.51 bn and 6.3% market share.  Collectively, the top three providers, out of 695, account for 31.6% of global active ETF AUM, while the remaining 692 providers each hold less than 6% market share. Net flows Highlights Actively managed ETFs listed globally gathered net inflows of $77.97 bn during March. Year‑to‑date net inflows reached $245.21 bn, the highest on record, surpassing the previous high of $144.51 bn in 2025 and the third‑highest record of $71.23 bn in 2024. Equity‑focused actively managed ETFs listed globally attracted $48.64 bn of net inflows in March, bringing year‑to‑date net inflows to $132.58 bn, well above the $73.64 bn recorded at the same point in 2025. Fixed income‑focused actively managed ETFs listed globally reported $23.08 bn of net inflows during March, lifting year‑to‑date net inflows through March 2026 to $94.26 bn, compared with $57.71 bn at the same point last year. Substantial inflows can be attributed to the top 20 active ETFs by net new assets, which collectively gathered $31.30 Bn during March. iShares Large Cap Core Active ETF (BLCR US) gathered $4.04 Bn, the largest individual net inflow.  Top 20 actively managed ETFs/ETPs by net new assets March 2026​ Source: ETFGI data sourced from ETF/ETP sponsors, exchanges, regulatory filings, Thomson Reuters/Lipper, Bloomberg, publicly available sources and data generated in-house. Note: This report is based on the most recent data available at the time of publication. Asset and flow data may change slightly as additional data becomes available.   Investors have tended to invest in Equity actively managed ETFs/ETPs during March.

Broadridge Financial Solutions, Inc (NYSE:BR) today announced plans to support groundbreaking work in financial literacy in Ireland. Supported by IDA Ireland, the project will enable Broadridge to explore how artificial intelligence can be used to simplify the language in financial disclosures and make investment products more accessible to Irish retail investors. “Ireland is a leading international centre for innovation in financial technology,” said Denis Curran, Head of International Financial Services, Emerging Business and Engineering & Green Economy at IDA Ireland. “We are delighted to support Broadridge in its mission to enhance financial literacy through the power of artificial intelligence. I wish the team at Broadridge every success with this innovative project.” This collaboration addresses a critical challenge facing Ireland's financial services sector. While Ireland hosts over €5 trillion in fund assets and is Europe's ETF powerhouse, retail investor participation remains low. Research shows that dense, jargon-heavy disclosures create a significant barrier, with only 18% of EU citizens demonstrating high financial literacy according to the European Commission's 2023 Eurobarometer Survey. “This partnership with IDA Ireland positions Broadridge at the centre of a national initiative to leverage technology to make sophisticated investment products genuinely accessible to retail investors,” said Stephen Johnston, Senior Country Officer, Ireland, at Broadridge. “We've analysed investment disclosures from the 50 largest UK asset managers and found that nearly half were written at an academic level that would be difficult for most retail investors to understand. Across Europe, around €14 trillion sits in household savings accounts. At a time when purchasing power is eroding due to inflation, too many of these savers lack clarity and confidence in how best to realise their investment potential. By applying AI to create plain-language communications while maintaining regulatory compliance and accuracy, we can measurably boost engagement and help move Irish savers from deposit accounts into long-term investments that can support their financial futures.” Broadridge's research project will investigate how AI-driven plain-English communications can transform complex fund documentation into clear and simple information that empowers everyday Irish savers to make informed investment decisions. The initiative aligns with both the European Commission's Financial Literacy Strategy and regulatory efforts such as the UK FCA's Consumer Composite Investment framework to deliver simplified, user-friendly disclosures. Broadridge’s Dublin team supports clients across Ireland’s financial services community, delivering a broad range of technology and operational solutions. With dedicated Dublin-based regulatory expertise, the team partners with leading global asset managers and fund administrators to navigate complex requirements, including PRIIPs, MiFID, Solvency II and the evolving UK–EU regulatory landscape. Results from the study will be shared with industry stakeholders and regulators to inform best practices.

GlobalData has announced the latest Financial and Legal Adviser League Tables in terms of the total value and volume of merger and acquisition (M&A) deals they advised on in the metals & mining sector during Q1 2026. Financial Advisers BMO Capital Markets top M&A financial adviser in metals & mining sector during Q1 2026 BMO Capital Markets was the top mergers and acquisitions (M&A) financial adviser in the metals & mining sector during the first quarter (Q1) of 2026 by value as well as volume, according to the latest financial advisers league table by GlobalData, a leading intelligence and productivity platform. An analysis of GlobalData’s Financial Deals Database reveals that BMO Capital Markets achieved the leading position having advised on five deals worth $8.7 billion. Aurojyoti Bose, Lead Analyst at GlobalData, comments: “There was an improvement in the total number of deals advised by BMO Capital Markets during Q1 2026 compared to Q1 2025. Resultantly, it went ahead from occupying the 28th position by volume in Q1 2025 to top the chart by this metric in Q1 2026. “Similarly, in value ranking also, it was not among the top 10 in Q1 2025 but went ahead to lead in Q1 2026. The involvement in two billion-dollar deals* during Q1 2026 helped BMO Capital Markets to top the chart by value RBC Capital Markets occupied the second position in terms of value, by advising on $7 billion worth of deals, followed by Morgan Stanley with $5.6 billion, Bank of Nova Scotia with $5.5 billion and National Bank of Canada with $4.4 billion. Meanwhile, Moelis & Company occupied the second position in terms of volume with three deals, followed by RBC Capital Markets with two deals, Morgan Stanley with two deals and Bank of Nova Scotia with two deals. *Deals valued ≥ $1 billion Legal Advisers McCarthy Tetrault and Fasken Martineau DuMoulin top M&A legal advisers in metals & mining sector during Q1 2026 McCarthy Tetrault and Fasken Martineau DuMoulin were the top mergers and acquisitions (M&A) legal advisers in the metals & mining sector during the first quarter (Q1) of 2026 by value and volume, respectively according to the latest legal advisers league table GlobalData, a leading intelligence and productivity platform. An analysis of GlobalData’s Financial Deals Database reveals that McCarthy Tetrault achieved the leading position in terms of value by advising on $7.3 billion worth of deals. Meanwhile, Fasken Martineau DuMoulin led in terms of volume by advising on a total of seven deals. Aurojyoti Bose, Lead Analyst at GlobalData, comments: “Fasken Martineau DuMoulin, apart from leading by volume in Q1 2026, also gave close competition for the top position by value. While McCarthy Tetrault led the chart by value, Fasken Martineau DuMoulin missed the top spot by a whisker and occupied the second position by this metric with $7 billion in total deal value in Q1 2026. “Interestingly, both the firms advised on two billion-dollar deals* each during the quarter, which helped them solidify their leadership positions in terms of value during the quarter. Moreover, apart from leading by value in 2026, McCarthy Tetrault also occupied the second position by volume with five deals.” Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison occupied the third position in terms of value, by advising on $5.5 billion worth of deals, followed by Cassels Brock & Blackwell with $5.1 billion and Blake Cassels & Graydon with $4.5 billion. Meanwhile, Cassels Brock & Blackwell occupied the third position in terms of volume with five deals, followed by A&O Shearman with four deals and Blake Cassels & Graydon with three deals. *Deals valued ≥ $1 billion