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OTC Markets Group Inc. operates regulated markets for trading U.S. and international securities, including OTCQX® Best Market, OTCQB® Venture Market, OTCID™ Basic Market and Pink Limited™ Market. Its news regularly covers companies qualifying for or upgrading to OTCQX and OTCQB, with related references to disclosure standards, corporate governance requirements and access to U.S. market trading.
Company updates also cover OTC Link® trading infrastructure, including alternative trading systems used by broker-dealers, as well as financial results, dividends, share repurchases, subscriber activity and trading volumes. Corporate developments include regional growth initiatives and issuer-development activity tied to cross-border access to U.S. capital markets.
OTC Markets Group Inc. (OTCM) announced that Tornado Global Hydrovacs Ltd. (TGHLF) has successfully upgraded to trade on the OTCQX® Best Market from the Pink® market. This upgrade enhances trading transparency for U.S. investors, allowing them to invest in Tornado without needing a Canadian trading account. Tornado, a leader in hydrovac equipment manufacturing, has sold over 1,000 units since 2005 and aims to increase shareholder value with this transition.
Farmers & Merchants Bank of Long Beach (OTCQX: FMBL) has transitioned to the OTCQX Best Market, previously trading on the OTCQB Venture Market. This upgrade allows the bank to enhance shareholder access to information and transparent trading. To qualify for OTCQX, the bank met high financial standards and corporate governance practices. The bank offers a wide range of banking services from 25 branches across California and online platforms. OTC Markets Group Inc. (OTCM) operates this regulated market for over 12,000 securities.
OTC Markets Group Inc. (OTCQX: OTCM) will release its financial results for Q1 ended March 31, 2022, on May 11, 2022, after market close. A conference call to discuss these results will be held on May 12, 2022, at 8:30 a.m. ET. The call can be accessed via dial-in numbers and a webcast link provided. Participants can listen to a replay of the call until May 26, 2022. The company operates regulated markets for trading around 12,000 U.S. and international securities.
OTC Markets Group Inc. (OTCQX: OTCM) announced that Osprey Polkadot Trust (OTCQX: ODOT) has qualified for trading on the OTCQX® Best Market, starting today. Osprey Polkadot Trust is a Delaware Grantor Trust that primarily invests in DOT, the native token of the Polkadot Network. Trading on OTCQX offers companies a streamlined and cost-effective approach to U.S. capital markets, meeting high financial and governance standards. CEO Greg King emphasized that ODOT provides wider access for investors to this innovative cryptocurrency.
OTC Markets Group (OTCM) has completed its acquisition of assets from Blue Sky Data Corp for approximately $12 million in cash. This strategic move aims to enhance OTC Markets' existing Blue Sky data offerings, providing comprehensive compliance data for broker-dealers, public companies, and regulators. The acquisition includes customer contracts and intellectual property, which will improve compliance understanding and efficiency in secondary trading. OTC Markets' leadership emphasizes their commitment to transparency and data-driven market solutions.
OTC Markets Group Inc. (OTCM) has announced that Next Hydrogen Solutions Inc. (OTC: NXHSF) has qualified to trade on the OTCQX Best Market, upgrading from the OTCQB Venture Market. This upgrade signifies an important milestone for Next Hydrogen, enhancing visibility and accessibility for U.S. investors. Next Hydrogen specializes in manufacturing electrolyzers for clean hydrogen production, aimed at reducing carbon emissions in transportation and industrial sectors. The company looks forward to leveraging the OTCQX platform to further its growth and market presence.
On April 29, 2022, OTC Markets Group Inc. announced that Sekur Private Data Ltd. has successfully graduated to the OTCQX Best Market from the OTCQB Venture Market. This transition allows Sekur to trade under the symbol 'SWISF', enhancing its visibility to U.S. investors. The OTCQX Market is tailored for established companies that meet rigorous financial and governance standards. Sekur specializes in cybersecurity and Internet privacy, offering Swiss-hosted secure communication and data management solutions, and operates independently of major tech platforms.
OTC Markets Group Inc. (OTCM) has announced that MiniLuxe Holding Corp. (MNLXF) has qualified to trade on the OTCQX® Best Market, effective April 28, 2022. MiniLuxe, a socially-responsible lifestyle brand in the nail and waxing industry, aims to expand its investor reach in the U.S. through this partnership. The OTCQX Market offers efficient access to U.S. capital markets, adhering to high financial standards and corporate governance. MiniLuxe intends to leverage its digital platform and diverse workforce to set industry standards for health and fair labor practices.
OTC Markets Group Inc. (OTCM) announced its first quarter 2022 performance, revealing a 4.5% decline in the OTCQX Composite Index. The quarterly rebalancing saw 46 companies join the index and 40 removed. Notable exits include Obsidian Energy Ltd and T Stamp Inc., which moved to larger exchanges. The OTCQX Billion+ Index dropped 4.7%, with four new entrants. The OTCQX Dividend Index, reflecting dividend-paying companies, also fell by 4.6%. Despite the downturn, the OTCQX Banks Index showed a slight increase of 2.9%. The overall market experienced substantial fluctuations.
DATA Communications Management Corp. (OTCQX: DCMDF) has been upgraded to the OTCQX Best Market from the Pink market, enabling them to trade in the U.S. more transparently. This upgrade enhances visibility and liquidity for shareholders and complies with high financial standards and corporate governance practices. Richard Kellam, CEO, expressed confidence that this will positively impact their U.S. market presence. The company serves major brands across various sectors, offering marketing and business communications solutions.