2 of the biggest exchange groups in the US have agreed to merge

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The Chicago Board of Options (CBOE) has agreed to buy Bats Global Markets in a $3.2 billion deal, a statement said on Monday.

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CBOE will fund the transaction through a combination of stock and debt.

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