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Repo market outlook: towards the top of the tightening cycle - Shiv Rao of SUNTHAY, Salvador Giglio of GLMX - Access, Automate, Analyze, Travis Keltner of State Street and Colleen S. of MarketAxess will be speaking on the Securities Finance Symposium repo market outlook: towards the top of the tightening cycle panel to be held in Boston 7 May 2024 Take a look at the full agenda https://lnkd.in/eHneVgUQ Registration is still open https://lnkd.in/ezWDxgMz Securities Finance Times

Securities Finance Times issue 347 online now! https://lnkd.in/eaUCNdbm International Securities Lending Association (ISLA) CEO Andrew Dyson speaks to Carmella Haswell on the Association’s call to action to support the development of securities lending markets in the Middle East in line with international standards and best practice. Industry participants discuss how investors and issuers can engage in the growing use of ETF lending and its future in the securities lending market. Major moves at Pirum Systems, Northern Trust, BNP Paribas and GLMX - Access, Automate, Analyze.

Exploring the nuances between forward and futures contracts—key distinctions for financial professionals! **1. Customization vs. Standardization:** - **Forward Contracts:** Tailored to specific needs, offering flexibility in contract size, expiration, and terms. - **Futures Contracts:** Standardized on organized exchanges, providing a uniform framework for size, expiration, and terms. **2. Trading Dynamics:** - **Forwards:** Traded directly over-the-counter, often involving private entities or financial institutions. - **Futures:** Traded on organized exchanges, ensuring accessibility and transparency for a broader market. **3. Managing Counterparty Risk:** - **Forwards:** Higher counterparty risk due to private agreements. - **Futures:** Clearinghouses mitigate risk by becoming the intermediary, guaranteeing contract performance. **4. Balancing Flexibility:** - **Forward Contracts:** Customizable, offering a high degree of flexibility through negotiation. - **Futures Contracts:** Standardized but accessible, providing ease of trading and liquidity on exchanges. Understanding these distinctions is crucial for navigating the dynamic world of financial instruments. #finance #Investing #Derivatives #linkedinfinance #linkedinconnection #linkedinlearning #linkedinconnection

The SEC has adopted new rules to enhance the efficiency, competitiveness, and resilience of the repo market by mandating central clearing for cash and repo transactions involving US Treasury securities. In a recent TabbFORUM article, Ed Tyndale-Biscoe, Head of Product Management for ION Markets’ Secured Funding product, Anvil, highlighted the technological challenges market participants could face with the new process. He emphasized that firms must adopt advanced trading technologies and automation to navigate the complexities of central clearing seamlessly and to remain competitive and compliant in the evolving regulatory landscape. Read to know more: https://lnkd.in/eStYjVmw

In our latest blog, explore how intelligence from the grey market enhances an investor's perspective on new bond deals, providing valuable demand and pricing indicators. Read more: https://bit.ly/4abgEVB #AssetManagement #GreyMarket #Fintech

Hear Perspectives from #AccessFintech and #DigitalAsset on the advantages of dynamic settlement and the future of securities settlement in our upcoming webcast. https://deloi.tt/45IVlZW

📈 Big Moves in Finance! U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is making waves in the #financial realm with the adoption of game-changing rules geared towards amplifying competitive #trading and #efficiency. This article offers a deep dive into the intricacies of these regulatory shifts, exploring their potential implications for #market dynamics. As we navigate these #transformative times, understanding the nuances becomes crucial. Stay at the forefront of industry evolution—immerse yourself in this #insightful read. Knowledge is power! #SEC #TradingRules #Financial #Innovation #finance #MarketTrends #RegulatoryShifts #fintech #financialadvisor #wealthmanagement #transparency #accountability AIMA - The Alternative Investment Management Association, Fixed Income Clearing Corporation, Investment Company Institute, Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) https://lnkd.in/ej_GSqiH

FinanceFeeds spoke with Andrew Saks of TraderEvolution Global Ltd. Global, Iouri Saroukhanov from Cboe Europe, Remonda Z. Kirketerp-Møller of Muinmos, and Quinn Perrott of TRAction Fintech, to ascertain their perspectives on the evolving regulatory environment in Europe, specifically how it’s shaping the transition from CFDs to listed derivatives and what it means for the future of trading and brokerage services in the region. #europe #cfdtrading #clearedderivatives #regulation #brokers #exchanges #otc https://lnkd.in/dWbf7ine

An important read if you are involved in Europe's brokerage industry.

I'm delighted to share this article from FinanceFeeds discussing the evolving regulatory environment in Europe and how this impacts the brokerage industry. In the article I highlight how strategic investments and partnerships are key for navigating this transition successfully, positioning brokers as leaders in a transforming financial services era. #Brokers #CFDs #Compliance #Regulation #Muinmos