Bahrain's Financial Hub Status Grows as Regional Markets Evolve
Bahrain strengthens its position as a key financial center in the Middle East, attracting international investors and fintech innovation.
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May 17, 1792: The Birth of Wall Street
On this day in 1792, 24 brokers signed the Buttonwood Agreement outside 68 Wall Street in New York City, establishing what would later become the New York Stock Exchange. This agreement set the foundation for organized securities trading in the United States, creating a market that has grown to become the largest stock exchange in the world by market capitalization. The principles of commission structure and priority for members established in this agreement continue to influence financial markets today.
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