Montreal, Canada · Founded 1874
Abbreviation
MX
Country
Canada
Region
Americas
City
Montreal, Canada
Founded
1874
The Montreal Exchange, part of TMX Group, is Canada's oldest exchange (founded 1874) and the nation's primary derivatives market. It lists interest rate, index, equity, and currency derivatives. The MX plays a critical role in Canadian financial risk management and is a key venue for institutional and retail derivatives trading.
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