Acquisition of Treasuries trading platform moves exchange operator into new asset class.

Acquisition of Treasuries trading platform moves exchange operator into new asset class.

Fund would issue up to $20 bln of commercial paper; take bank assets as collateral.

Fund would issue up to $20 bln of commercial paper; take bank assets as collateral.

Companys plan runs counter to current trend of favoring shareholders.

Companys plan runs counter to current trend of favoring shareholders.

Fund inflows from individuals ebb, suggesting shift in sentiment.