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MTS Markets see Strong Growth in 2004
The MTS Group continued to see strong growth across its markets in 2004 with overall volumes topping €17 trillion in the January to November period, representing an increase of 9% from the same period in 2003. Despite the difficult trading conditions in European fixed income, MTS benefited from the addition of new products and growth area markets, including in the New EU States and in the dealer-to-client space. In particular, volumes on BondVision, the B2C arm of MTS, were up more than 90% on the addition of new participants, new securities and new dealers.

Nordea Becomes 31st Dealer as Volumes Hit All Time High
BondVision, the B2C arm of the MTS Group, is pleased to announce that Nordea Bank, the leading financial services group in the Nordic and Baltic Sea region, has joined its consortium of dealer participants.

Nomura is Latest Dealer to Join BondVision
BondVision, the B2C (Business-to-Consumer) arm of the MTS Group, is pleased to announce that Nomura International, the London operation of the Nomura Group, has joined its consortium of dealer participants.

BondVision Sees Growth Surge in 2004
BondVision, the B2C arm of the MTS Group, today announced record volumes for the second quarter of 2004, up 88% in comparison to the same period of 2003. This represents the best year-on-year growth experienced so far, following the 70% growth increase in the first quarter of 2004 compared to the first quarter of 2003. Daily volumes have peaked at €2.5 billion.

BondVision Expands to Central European Issuers
BondVision is pleased to announce a significant broadening in the number of listed bonds on the market with the introduction of 11 Central European issuers. The expansion comes due to client demand and in conjunction with the listing of certain of these securities on NewEuroMTS, the benchmark market for issuers from the EU Accession States. By including these bonds, BondVision will promote a more cohesive European marketplace for investors.

Banca Nazionale del Lavoro Joins BondVision Dealer Panel
BondVision is pleased to announce the addition of Banca Nazionale del Lavoro to its dealer panel, further strengthening its position in the Italian fixed-income market. BondVision now offers clients access to five premier Italian market makers, including, Banca IMI, Caboto, Capitalia, and UBM, ensuring clients access to the greatest possible pool of liquidity and price discovery for Italian bonds.