The World Federation of Exchanges (“WFE”), the global industry group for exchanges and CCPs, is holding its fifth annual Ring the Bell for Financial Literacy event, to promote awareness of the role and importance of investor education and protection.

A global network of exchanges around the world are coming together to demonstrate their support for this cause. Many exchanges are holding virtual bell ringing ceremonies, workshops and events this week to drive awareness of the importance of financial literacy in enabling the development of an inclusive market infrastructure and the opportunities that brings.

The WFE’s annual campaign supports International Organization of Securities Commissions’ (“IOSCO”) World Investor Week (WIW) which seeks to raise awareness about the importance of investor education and protection. This year the WIW programme, running from 7th - 13th October, is focused on three main themes: technology and digital finance, crypto assets and sustainable finance. 

The WFE’s monthly Focus Magazine for October is a Special Edition which shines a light on Financial Literacy initiatives around the world.

Nandini Sukumar, CEO of the WFE commented, “As we mark our fifth year of partnering with IOSCO for World Investor Week, our members are reaffirming their commitment to placing investor protection at the heart of their operations. In today’s rapidly evolving markets, safeguarding investors is the foundation of a fair and resilient financial system. By empowering individuals with the knowledge and tools they need to understand the market infrastructure they are trading on, we are building a stronger, more inclusive future for all market participants.”