Panama Stock Exchange (Bolsa de Valores de Panama - BVP) announced that it has changed its name to Latin American Stock Exchange - Latinex (Bolsa Latinoamericana de Valores).
Olga Cantillo, Latinex CEO said that the “relaunching” of the bourse is another step in the process of becoming a hub for the region’s capital markets.
“We are looking to offer the services that will make us a point of reference for issuers in the region who want to reach regional and international investors” Cantillo elaborated during an online presentation. Cantillo has over 20 years of experience in the industry. She has worked in brokerage houses and banks with responsibilities in Panama as well as other countries in the region.
Latinex launched a new ESG reporting guidelines for issuers in 2021: “Guide for Reporting and Voluntary Disclosure of Environmental, Social and Corporate Governance Factors (ASG).”
The Group's websites changed their image and domain to www.latinexbolsa.com for the Latin American Stock Exchange - Latinex and www.latinexcentral.com for Latin American Central Securities Depository - Latinclear.
To learn more details, Latinex shares a video that explains the change of image and that you can find under its slogan "Latinex: the best connection for your investment."
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