VOL. XXXIX

No. 24

11-March-1996

BAHRAIN

Bahrain And Jordan Link Their Stock Exchanges

Bahrain and Jordan signed an agreement on 5 March to link their stock exchanges and cross-list shares of companies traded on both exchanges. Under the agreement, which came into effect immediately, companies can apply for cross listing in both markets and joint brokerage firms may be set up. The agreement also covers various activities in the stock markets of both countries, including the primary and...