Plenty of Opportunity to Grow U.K. and EU Platform: Cboe's Howson

The video discusses the resilience of global financial markets, emphasizing London's role as a financial hub despite Brexit. It highlights the shift of EU share trading from London to the Netherlands and the strategic importance of maintaining operations in both locations. The discussion also covers the implications of equivalence in financial services and the potential for future growth in the UK market.

What factors contribute to London's status as a major financial hub?

• Its geographical location and legal framework

• Its large population

• Its proximity to the European Union

• Its low tax rates

What percentage of EU share trading moved from London to the Netherlands due to Brexit?

• 100%

• 95%

• 75%

• 50%

Why is London still considered important for global businesses despite the shift in share trading?

• It offers access to a skilled talent pool

• It has lower operational costs

• It has better weather conditions

• It is closer to the European Union

What agreement is expected to boost the UK platform's growth?

• The agreement with China

• The agreement with the Swiss

• The agreement with the European Union

• The agreement with the United States

What is the likelihood of EU share trading returning to London?

• Certain

• Unlikely

• Somewhat likely

• Highly likely

What strategic advantage does having a presence in both London and Amsterdam provide?

• Access to more customers

• Better weather conditions

• Ability to respond to changes quickly

• Lower operational costs

What was the status of the UK and EU's financial regulations before Brexit?

• Completely different

• Partially aligned

• Non-existent

• Absolutely equivalent