The FINANCIAL -- The NASDAQ OMX Group, Inc. (Nasdaq:NDAQ), the world's largest exchange company, on October 15 announced that it plans to launch a third equity trading platform during the second half of 2010, pending SEC approval.

The FINANCIAL -- The NASDAQ OMX Group, Inc. (Nasdaq:NDAQ) announced on October 14 that it will establish a new listing market called BX, pending SEC approval, for companies that do not presently qualify for an exchange listing.

The FINANCIAL -- NYSE Euronext, one of the leading global operators of financial markets and provider of innovative trading technologies, and The Women’s Bond Club, a non-profit organization dedicated to the professional development of women in financial services, will bring together leaders in financial services and diversity for a comprehensive overview of how organizations can embrace diversity and build a competitive edge.

The FINANCIAL -- NYSE Euronext (NYX) and The Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC) on October 13 announced they have finalized their formal agreement to create their innovative new joint venture, New York Portfolio Clearing (NYPC).