12Aug11

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Banks affected by Europe's short-selling ban

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Financial regulators in four European countries are banning short-selling in a group of banks and financial institutions in a bid to stem financial market turmoil.

Here are the financial institutions currently known to be affected by the ban.

Belgium

KBC
KBC Ancora
Dexia SA
Ageas

France

BNP Paribas
Societe Generale
Credit Agricole
Natixis
AXA
April Group
CIC
CNP Assurances
Euler Hermes
Paris Re
Scor

Italy

list of institutions not immediately available

Spain

Santander
BBVA
Sabadell
Bankinter
Banco Popular
Banca Civica
Banco de Valencia
Banesto
Banco Pastor
Bankia
Caixabank
CAM
Grupo Catalana de Occidente
Mapfre
BME
Renta 4

[Source: Reuters, London, 12Aug11]

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