01—Abstract
Summary
Summary of the 8-K filed October 17, 2017. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.
This 8-K filing by Cboe Global Markets, Inc. (formerly CBOE Holdings, Inc.) announces a significant corporate rebranding and structural update.
Effective October 16, 2017, the company officially changed its legal name to Cboe Global Markets, Inc. This name change was approved by the board of directors and formalized through the filing of a Third Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation with the Delaware Secretary of State. In addition to the name change, the company's Fourth Amended and Restated Bylaws also became effective on the same date. While primarily reflecting the new corporate name, these bylaws also include other non-substantive revisions.
Investors should note that these changes are largely cosmetic and administrative, aimed at aligning the company's legal and public identity with its evolving global market presence. The core business operations and financial structure remain unchanged by these specific filings.
02—Key points
Key Highlights
- Company legal name officially changed from CBOE Holdings, Inc. to Cboe Global Markets, Inc.
- Name change effective October 16, 2017, following board approval.
- Formalized by filing a Third Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation in Delaware.
- Fourth Amended and Restated Bylaws also became effective on October 16, 2017.
- Bylaws revisions primarily reflect the new company name.
- Other non-substantive changes were incorporated into the Bylaws.
- Exhibits 3.1 (Certificate of Incorporation) and 3.2 (Bylaws) are filed with the SEC for review.
03—Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary reason for this 8-K filing?
The primary reason for this filing is to formally announce and document the change in the company's legal name from CBOE Holdings, Inc. to Cboe Global Markets, Inc. and to update the company's bylaws to reflect this change.
Does this name change impact Cboe's stock ticker symbol?
This filing specifically addresses the legal name change and does not mention any change to the company's stock ticker symbol. Investors should refer to separate announcements or exchange filings for any potential ticker symbol changes.
Are there any significant operational or financial changes associated with these amendments?
No, the filing explicitly states that the changes to the Certificate of Incorporation and Bylaws are primarily to reflect the new company name and include other non-substantive revisions. This suggests no immediate impact on the company's operational strategy or financial reporting.
Where can I find the updated Certificate of Incorporation and Bylaws?
Copies of the Third Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation (Exhibit 3.1) and the Fourth Amended and Restated Bylaws (Exhibit 3.2) are filed with this 8-K report and are incorporated by reference, meaning they are available for review as part of the SEC filing.
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