The OMX Nordic Exchange strengthens its position as a leading European marketplace

02.10.2006 VLN

“This is an important milestone in the integration of the Nordic financial market. Step by step we are realizing the vision of an integrated market to the benefit of listed companies, members, investors and other stakeholders. By joining forces in the region, the OMX Nordic Exchange strengthens its position as a leading European marketplace,” said Magnus Böcker, CEO of OMX.

“The launch of a common presentation for Finnish, Swedish and Danish companies is one visible step in the financial innovation process in the region. The joint presentation gives investors more to choose from and by focusing on industry sectors we make it easier to compare companies in the same industry across the region. Our aim is to, in close cooperation with our customers and other stakeholders, create an integrated Nordic home market. We are also introducing harmonized Nordic listing requirements to improve market transparency,” said Jukka Ruuska, President business area Nordic Marketplace at OMX.

“It is very rewarding to be part of the financial innovation process of the Nordic market. By launching common presentation along with Nordic Indexes, a Nordic information offering and Nordic communication tools for companies, we are contributing to increased visibility for Nordic listed companies across the region and internationally. That is of utmost importance in the highly competitive global financial markets,” said Hans Ole Jochumsen, President business area Information Service & New Markets at OMX.

Today, OMX also launches a common website for the Nordic Exchange. The inauguration of trading will be broadcast on our web live at 8.45 CET today and available for replay later. Please visit:
www.omxgroup.com/nordicexchange