BNP Paribas accredited as NZX Participant

BNP Paribas accredited as NZX Participant


29 September 2026 – NZX advises that BNP Paribas has been accredited as a General Clearing
Participant on the NZX Cash Market.

General Clearing Participants provide clearing and settlement services for cash market transactions,
supporting the safe and efficient operation of New Zealand's capital markets. BNP Paribas is the first
global financial services firm to become a General Clearing Participant in the NZX cash market.

NZX General Manager, Market Operations and Clearing Felicity Gibson says the accreditation expands
the clearing options available to market participants.

“As the first global bank accredited as a cash market General Clearing Participant, BNP Paribas brings
greater choice and international connectivity to New Zealand's market infrastructure. This helps make it
easier for global investors and market participants to access the New Zealand market,” Ms Gibson
says.

NZX General Manager, Cash and Derivatives Markets Nick Morris says the accreditation reflects BNP
Paribas' long-standing commitment to New Zealand's markets.

“BNP Paribas has been an important partner in NZX markets for more than 15 years. Its accreditation
as a General Clearing Participant strengthens the range of services available to market participants
and reflects growing international engagement with New Zealand's capital markets,” Mr Morris says.

BNP Paribas Head of Securities Services New Zealand Iain Martin, says: “This accreditation reflects
BNP Paribas’ longstanding commitment to supporting the growth and evolution of New Zealand’s
capital markets. By extending our global clearing capabilities to the NZX cash market, we are
enhancing access, connectivity and choice for our financial intermediary clients, while contributing to a
more competitive, efficient and resilient market ecosystem,” Mr Martin says.

“As the first global financial institution accredited as a General Clearing Participant in New Zealand’s
cash market, we are proud to support greater international participation and connectivity, helping to
further strengthen the attractiveness of New Zealand’s capital markets for both domestic and global
investors, and providing an efficient post trade model for intermediaries looking to align their model in
New Zealand with those we support in other jurisdictions.”

ENDS

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