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The Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) has signed strategic Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) with the Egyptian Exchange (EGX) and the Damascus Securities Exchange (DSE) during the annual conference of the Arab Federation of Capital Markets (AFCM) in Abu Dhabi. These bilateral agreements will enable a clear, structured pathway for the ADX to explore and work with the respective exchanges on initiatives that support market development, crossborder trading opportunities, expanded access for investors, and discussions on integration into the Tabadul hub.  The respective signing ceremonies were attended by H.E. Waleed Saeed Al Awadhi, Chief Executive Officer of the UAE Capital Market Authority; H.E. Ghannam AlMazrouei, Chairman of the ADX Group; Abdulla Salem Alnuaimi, Group Chief Executive Officer of ADX Group; H.E. Mohammed Yisr Barnieh, Minister of Finance of Syria; Omar Radwan, Executive Chairman and CEO of the EGX; Omar Barhamji, Chairman of the DSE; and Basel Asaad, CEO of the DSE. Abdulla Salem Alnuaimi, Group Chief Executive Officer of the ADX, said: “As financial markets across the region grow, working directly with our partners is essential to unlocking new investment and building deeper liquidity. Exploring ways to integrate our markets allows us to support cross-border trading for our investors and issuers. In doing so, the ADX serves as a core catalyst for capital formation in line with Abu Dhabi Vision 2030, strengthening the emirate’s standing as a global investment hub.” Omar Radwan, Chairman of the Egyptian Exchange, said: “This exceptional gathering of financial market pioneers and leaders at today’s conference reflects a shared purpose and a genuine determination to propel joint Arab cooperation toward unprecedented horizons. There is no doubt that building effective and complementary partnerships among all participating parties and institutions is no longer merely an option, but rather a fundamental pillar for supporting the resilience of our financial markets and their ability to attract global capital and direct investments. The memorandum of understanding we signed today with the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) serves as an immediate practical implementation of the outcomes of this conference and the spirit of this gathering, paving the way to facilitate cross-market trading, develop infrastructure, and explore opportunities for cooperation that will serve the economic growth of both countries.” Basel Asaad, Chief Executive Officer of the Damascus Securities Exchange (DSE), said: “This strategic partnership comes at a pivotal moment in the new Syria, defined by economic openness and a commitment to building fruitful bridges of cooperation with diverse regional and international partners. Harnessing the expertise of our Arab peers and adopting state-ofthe-art financial technology and infrastructure are top priorities for modernizing and enhancing the operations of the Damascus Securities Exchange.” He added: “Syria today presents vast and expanding investment opportunities across key sectors. Capitalizing on these emerging prospects requires our local capital market to keep pace with this transformation and work alongside leading external financial markets. We are confident that this collaboration with premier exchanges, led by the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange, will serve as a foundational pillar in elevating the efficiency of our domestic market and enabling investors to seamlessly access these high-potential opportunities.” These new partnerships further complement the thriving regional ties and partnerships, including a prior bilateral Memorandum of Understanding signed directly between the EGX and the DSE in 2006[1]. The EGX’s history dates back to 1883[2], with the creation of the mercantile futures market in Alexandria, before the Cairo Stock Exchange was established in 1903[3]. Today, it is one of Africa’s largest exchanges[4] and home to 277 listed companies[5], with a total market capitalization of USD 77 billion as of August 2026[6].  Since it opened for trading in 20097, the DSE has grown from six listed[7] companies to 27 issuers today[8], with a combined market capitalization of USD 2.1 billion[9]. By initiating strategic dialogue with regional counterparts, the ADX continues to build an integrated multi-asset marketplace and support international investment flows across the region. --- [1] https://www.egx.com.eg/en/Memoranda_Understanding.aspx [2] https://www.egx.com.eg/en/Strategy.aspx [3] https://www.egx.com.eg/en/History.aspx [4] https://dabafinance.com/en/insights/the-biggest-stock-markets-in-africa-in-2026-by-market-cap [5] https://www.arab-exchanges.org/upload/1950websiteMonthly%20Report%20-%20August.pdf#page=8 [6] https://www.arab-exchanges.org/upload/1950websiteMonthly%20Report%20-%20August.pdf#page=10 7 https://knowledge.wharton.upenn.edu/article/the-damascus-securities-exchange-an-emblem-forsyrias-economic-reform/ [7] https://knowledge.wharton.upenn.edu/article/the-damascus-securities-exchange-an-emblem-forsyrias-economic-reform/ [8] https://www.arab-exchanges.org/upload/1950websiteMonthly%20Report%20-%20August.pdf#page=8 [9] https://www.arab-exchanges.org/upload/1950websiteMonthly%20Report%20%20August.pdf#page=10

Two corporate deals signal deepening institutional engagement with digital assets. Robinhood Wallet integrated the Arcus RFQ system to support stock token swaps, moving the retail brokerage further into tokenized securities. Separately, Lloyds and Visa completed a live cross-border settlement of $750,000 using USDC, a concrete pilot demonstrating that major traditional financial institutions are now actively testing stablecoin rails for real transactions. Both deals point to accelerating convergence between legacy finance and crypto infrastructure.

Retail investors are poised to pile back into US stocks this month after a sharp cooldown in September, Citadel Securities’ head of equity and equity derivatives strategy Scott Rubner said.

Washington, D.C.--(Newsfile Corp. - October 1, 2026) - The Securities and Exchange Commission’s Division of Examinations today published its new handbook, “The SEC Exam Handbook: A Practical Guide on Process and Engagement,” which replaces and expands upon the previous examination brochure by providing registrants with more insight and detail about what to expect during an examination. The new handbook provides a clear roadmap of the process used by division examiners...

Synopsis: Increased trading activity and a sharp June rebound lift both the CSX Index and market capitalisation well past May levels, driving a stronger overall performance for the market in Q2. The securities market rebounded in June, with the Cambodia Securities Exchange (CSX) Index climbing to 455.8 and total market capitalisation rising to 12,505 billion riels, equivalent to $3.1 billion, according to the Securities and Exchange Regulator of Cambodia (SERC) latest data.

Synopsis: The company is the first institution in 2026 to secure in-principle approval for a public bond listing eligibility review. The Cambodia Securities Exchange (CSX) officially granted approval on Wednesday for the listing of LOLC (Cambodia) Plc.’s guaranteed sustainability bond, valued at roughly $20 million. Trading is scheduled to begin on September 10. LOLC (Cambodia) Plc., a microfinance deposit-taking institution, has operated in Cambodia since 2015 and currently maintains a network of 83 branches across the country.

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The Securities and Exchange Regulator of Cambodia (SERC), in collaboration with the Credit Guarantee and Investment Facility (CGIF), the Credit Guarantee Corporation of Cambodia (CGCC), and the Cambodia Chamber of Commerce (CCC), held a seminar on Wednesday to explore investment opportunities and the role of bond markets in unlocking capital. The “Cambodia’s Investment Horizon Seminar: Seizing Investment Opportunities and Unlocking Capital through the Bond Markets” was held under the presidency of SERC Director-General Sou Socheat, Cambodia Chamber of Commerce President and ASEAN Business Advisory Council Cambodia Chair Kith Meng, and CGIF CEO Noriko Nasu.

Those who acquired AEVEX Corp. stock between April and June 2026 may be entitled to seek legal action due to alleged misstatements and securities fraud.

The Pomerantz Law Firm is looking into claims from Boeing investors concerning securities fraud and misconduct linked to the company and its executives.

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Pomerantz LLP warns investors in Ardelyx, Inc. of a class action lawsuit stemming from alleged securities fraud, with key deadlines approaching.

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Pomerantz LLP is probing claims regarding potential securities fraud by Astrana Health, advising investors to join the inquiry for protection.

Pomerantz Law Firm has initiated a class action against Simply Good Foods for alleged securities fraud, affecting investors who suffered losses. Key deadlines approach.

A class action lawsuit has been initiated against York Space Systems Inc., alleging misrepresentation of its satellite technology in its recent IPO, leading to significant stock losses for investors.

SueWallSt informs AEVEX Corp. shareholders about the October 20, 2026 deadline for lead plaintiff applications in the ongoing securities class action lawsuit.