'Everyone' on NYSE Trading Floor Will Wear Masks at Reopen: Cunningham

The transcript discusses the reopening plans of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) amid the COVID-19 pandemic. It outlines safety measures such as mask-wearing, social distancing, and temperature screenings. The impact of remote operations on market efficiency and the importance of human judgment are highlighted. The transcript also covers current market activities, including IPOs and capital raising, and the role of government in supporting businesses during reopening.

What is one of the key safety measures implemented during the initial reopening phase of the New York Stock Exchange?

• Wearing masks at all times

• No temperature screening

• Increased trading hours

• Mandatory use of public transportation

What is a major concern when reopening the New York Stock Exchange?

• Eliminating all COVID-19 cases

• Reducing the risk of an outbreak

• Shortening trading hours

• Increasing the number of market makers

What is the primary focus of the New York Stock Exchange's reopening plan?

• Rapidly increasing trading volume

• Slow and cautious re-entry

• Eliminating all electronic trading

• Expanding the trading floor

How does human judgment impact the operations of the New York Stock Exchange?

• It has no impact on trading outcomes

• It increases market volatility

• It reduces the efficiency of electronic auctions

• It improves market efficiency and reduces volatility

What has been the impact of remote operations on IPOs at the New York Stock Exchange?

• IPOs have decreased significantly

• IPOs have only been possible in-person

• IPOs have been completely halted

• IPOs have continued successfully

What role does the government play in the reopening of businesses?

• Providing financial aid to all companies

• Reducing liability for companies

• Mandating remote work for all employees

• Increasing taxes on businesses

What is one of the challenges discussed in the broader implications of reopening?

• Reducing strain on the healthcare system

• Mandating in-person trading for all brokers

• Increasing the number of trading days

• Eliminating all market volatility