WASHINGTON (MNI) – NYSE Euronext confirmed the market close for
Tuesday, as expected and in line with other markets due to the impact of
Hurricane Sandy, which is lashing the Mid Atlantic and Northeast.
“In consultation with other exchanges and market participants, NYSE
Euronext (NYX) will close its markets in coordination with all U.S.
equities, bonds, options and derivatives markets on Tuesday, Oct. 30,
2012,” the statement said.
“This follows the closure of U.S. markets on Monday, Oct. 28, 2012.
We Intend to re-open our U.S. markets on Wednesday, Oct. 31, 2012,
conditions permitting; updates will be provided tomorrow.”
** MNI Washington Bureau: 202-371-2121 **
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