Core Viewpoint - The normalization of delisting mechanisms is crucial for the healthy operation of the capital market, aiming to enhance investors' understanding of delisted sectors and related arrangements [1] Group 1 - The article introduces a series of educational materials titled "Delisting Sector Knowledge Handbook" during the financial publicity month, focusing on the basic knowledge of companies after delisting [1] - It covers aspects such as arrangements for delisted companies, stock transfer rules for delisted stocks, and management of convertible bonds after delisting [1] - The current issue discusses the scenarios of resuming and terminating the transfer of delisted stocks [1]

Core Insights - Nasdaq and nuam have extended their strategic technology partnership to enhance post-trade processing across the Santiago, Lima, and Colombia stock exchanges [1][2] - The collaboration aims to consolidate trading infrastructures on Nasdaq's platform, attracting global liquidity sources and improving operational efficiencies [2][3] Group 1: Partnership and Technology Integration - The agreement builds on Nasdaq's existing relationship with nuam and aims to optimize the central securities depositories (CSD) of the three exchanges [1][2] - nuam's integrated post-trade infrastructure will adopt a unified solution based on international standards, enhancing interoperability and reducing costs [3][6] - The implementation of Nasdaq's CSD technology will standardize business processes, simplifying trade settlements and attracting international capital [6] Group 2: Market Impact and Investor Confidence - Juan Pablo Córdoba, CEO of nuam, emphasized the importance of high technological standards for investor security and market access [4] - Magnus Haglind from Nasdaq highlighted that enhancing infrastructure is crucial for maintaining resilience in global capital markets and attracting international investors [5] - A recent Nasdaq survey indicated that 84% of respondents are interested in increasing investments in Latin America, but 59% cited market structure issues as a barrier [5] Group 3: Strategic Goals and Future Outlook - The partnership aims to build an integrated, efficient, and accessible capital market in Latin America, boosting competitiveness and economic growth [4][5] - nuam seeks to standardize trading conditions across Chile, Colombia, and Peru, positioning itself as a key player in the global market infrastructure [9]

Core Viewpoint - The article emphasizes the importance of promoting medium- and long-term capital inflow into the capital market as a stabilizer and ballast for healthy market operation, highlighting the role of ETFs in this process [1]. Group 1: Medium- and Long-term Capital Inflow - The National People's Congress representatives are focusing on implementing policies to encourage medium- and long-term capital to enter the market, with a strong push for index investment and ETF product innovation [1]. - The 2025 Government Work Report calls for deepening comprehensive reforms in capital market financing and enhancing mechanisms to stabilize the market [1]. Group 2: ETF Market Development - The Shenzhen Stock Exchange has actively developed index investment in response to new trends in asset allocation and wealth management, implementing a comprehensive action plan to enhance the quality of the ETF market [1]. - By 2024, the scale of ETFs in the Shenzhen market is expected to double, surpassing 1 trillion yuan, with a five-year annualized growth rate exceeding 50% [2]. - The proportion of ETF scale to the circulating market value of stocks is projected to increase from 1.9% to 3.6% by the end of 2024, with the number of ETF holders growing by 39% to 4.56 million [2]. Group 3: Product Innovation and Strategy - The Shenzhen Stock Exchange has introduced various cross-market products, including the CSI A50 ETF and CSI A500 ETF, to facilitate investment in new technologies and business models [2]. - Future plans include optimizing index investment, increasing equity product development, and promoting ETF regular investment strategies to create a favorable environment for long-term capital inflow [2].

Core Insights - Nasdaq has appointed Brandis DeSimone as Senior Vice President, Head of East Coast Listings, reinforcing its commitment to support companies throughout their corporate lifecycle [1][3] - In 2024, Nasdaq raised $22.97 billion in IPO proceeds across 180 listings, and has celebrated over 500 transfers to its exchange since 2005 [1][4] Company Overview - Nasdaq is recognized as the leading U.S. exchange, providing a comprehensive suite of solutions for investor relations, governance, index inclusion, and visibility offerings [4] - The company aims to enhance its role as a strategic partner to corporate clients by leveraging DeSimone's extensive experience and understanding of market trends and investor needs [2][4] Leadership and Strategy - Brandis DeSimone brings nearly two decades of experience in financial services, with over 13 years at Nasdaq, where she has held multiple senior positions focused on business development and client success [2][3] - The newly established regional operational structure is designed to drive greater connectivity with clients and accelerate growth, aligning with Nasdaq's evolution centered around client needs [4]

Core Viewpoint - Nasdaq's Q4 2024 earnings report showed adjusted earnings per share of 76 cents, surpassing estimates and reflecting a 5% year-over-year improvement driven by higher revenues and reduced expenses [2][3]. Financial Performance - Nasdaq's net revenues reached $1.2 billion, a 10% increase year-over-year, although it slightly missed the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 0.1% [3]. - Annualized Recurring Revenue (ARR) grew by 7% year-over-year, while Annualized SaaS revenues increased by 14%, accounting for 37% of ARR [3]. - Market Services net revenues were $268 million, up 8%, primarily due to increases in U.S. equity derivatives and cash equities [4]. - Solutions business revenues rose 10% year-over-year to $949 million, driven by strong growth in Index and Financial Technology [4]. Expense Management - Adjusted operating expenses were $710 million, down 7% from the previous year, attributed to lower merger costs and administrative expenses, despite some increases due to the acquisition of Adenza [5]. - The operating margin remained flat at 55% year-over-year [6]. Annual Highlights - For the full year 2024, adjusted earnings per share were $2.82, unchanged from the previous year, but slightly above estimates [7]. - Total net revenues for 2024 were $4.6 billion, a 19% increase year-over-year, with Solutions revenues up 25% [8]. - Market Services net revenues totaled $1 billion, reflecting a 3% increase [8]. Cash Flow and Capital Deployment - As of December 31, 2024, Nasdaq had cash and cash equivalents of $592 million, a 30.6% increase from the end of 2023, while long-term debt decreased by 10.6% to $9.1 billion [10]. - The company returned $138 million to shareholders through dividends in Q4 2024 and repurchased $181 million of senior unsecured notes [11]. Future Guidance - Nasdaq anticipates 2025 non-GAAP operating expenses to be between $2,245 million and $2,325 million, with a non-GAAP tax rate forecasted between 22.5% and 24.5% [12]. Market Sentiment - Estimates for Nasdaq have been trending upward, indicating a positive outlook, with a Zacks Rank of 2 (Buy) suggesting an expectation of above-average returns in the coming months [15].

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