Euronext to acquire Hellenic Exchanges–Athens Stock Exchange.

Euronext, a European stock exchange that provides cash and derivatives market, listing market data, market solutions, custody and settlement services, agreed to acquire Hellenic Exchanges–Athens Stock Exchange, the operator of Greece’s capital market engaged in securities trading, market operations, and listing services. ATHEX’s integration into Euronext’s Group would allow Greek financial market participants to join a network of over 1,800 listed companies with a combined market capitalisation exceeding €6 trillion. The interest of Euronext in ATHEX reflects Euronext’s strong confidence in the positive development of the Greek economy and the growth potential resulting from further integration of Greek capital markets into the Eurozone and improved access to international investors.