NYSE Euronext Announces Closure of US Markets on Monday Oct. 29

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- In consultation with other exchanges and market participants, NYSE Euronext NYX will close its markets on Monday, Oct. 29, 2012 and pending confirmation on Tuesday, Oct. 30, 2012. We support the consensus of the markets and the regulatory community that the dangerous conditions developing as a result of Hurricane Sandy will make it extremely difficult to ensure the safety of our people and communities, and safety must be our first priority. We will work with the industry to determine the next steps in restoring trading as soon as the situation permits. About NYSE Euronext NYSE Euronext (NYX) is a leading global operator of financial markets and provider of See full press release