Different regulatory requirements may reduce the opportunity for Canadian companies to backdate or time option grants
Market slated to open in 2007 third quarter
Price benchmarking is only one several key factors that need to be taken into account when determining the quality of execution
The new system includes expanded and innovative order types along with greater transparency, speed and reliability
The CBOE Stock Exchange will feature a hybrid market model that will combine elements of both screen and floor-based trading
Future must be broad-based to ensure that securities making up the index are not readily susceptible to manipulation
Options are currently quoted in increments of nickels and dimes
SEC investigating backdating stock option grants at more than 20 U.S. companies
US$386 million deal expected to close in Q3
Customers gain ability to route options in a neutral and anonymous environment