The Hellenic Exchanges Group, SA (HELEX) operates the local cash, derivatives and bond markets through its fully owned operating subsidiaries.

HELEX offers a vertically integrated suite of products and services, providing trading, clearing, settlement, comprehensive market data and information to a range of users. All these operations are underpinned by comprehensive high-quality information technology systems.

HELEX, a holding company incorporated under Greek Law, was formed in 2000 through the demutualisation of Athens Exchange (formerly known as the Athens Stock Exchange or ASE). The HELEX was fully privatised in September 2003 when the Greek Government sold its remaining stake (33,3%) to existing shareholders and privatisation certificates holders.

For more information on HELEX Group, go to: www.helex.gr .