OfficeHours

MAY 16, 2023

as of the end of 2020, hedge funds managed approximately $3.6 By engaging with company management and advocating for changes that improve efficiency and profitability, hedge funds can help improve market efficiency. Hedge funds often employ risk management strategies, which can help identify and mitigate potential risks.

Financial Market

The TRADE

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Amongst the new technology acquired by LSEG is Axoni’s Veris network, a post-trade lifecycle and reconciliation management platform for equity swaps that launched in 2020. Acadia provides risk management, margining and collateral services for the uncleared derivatives markets.

Trading

The TRADE

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

MEMX Options will leverage MEMX’s data-centric exchange architecture and infrastructure, offering traders passive and active risk management capabilities. “I Since launching in 2020, MEMX has grown to over 4% market share.

Trading

Mergers and Inquisitions

MARCH 13, 2023

eliminated these requirements in March 2020, and they’re loose or nonexistent in many other countries , so banks are limited mostly by their regulatory capital. Even though banks are not “constrained” by their deposits, they still manage to their deposits , and most target a specific loan-to-deposit ratio. But the U.S. to back them.

Banking

The TRADE

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Michael Peters Michael Peters, chief executive of Eurex Frankfurt AG since July 2020 and member of the Eurex executive board since 2006, has decided to step down at the end of June and to retire in 2024 later this year. Speaking to his departure, Peters said: “I am very pleased of what Eurex has achieved in the last 25 years.

Banking

The TRADE

AUGUST 16, 2023

Algomi was acquired by BGC partners in 2020 – integrated with BGC’s electronic trading and software division Fenics – after which Miller became managing director – institutional sales responsible for the Lucera LUME Alfa product. These were just the latest acquisitions by TT in a bid to expand its multi-asset capabilities.

Trading

The TRADE

MARCH 25, 2024

He later moved into a role as chief executive of SIX’s structure products exchange in 2013, rising up the ranks to chief executive of SIX Swiss Exchange in 2020. His expertise includes a proven track record of developing trading and risk management strategies.

Sale

The TRADE

DECEMBER 8, 2023

In prime brokerage there always seems to be two enthralling sides to the story: what’s going on with the client and what’s going on with the providers, and each continue to deliver unrivalled levels of drama-filled storylines in the post-2020 era. But unlike incidents of the past, the market mayhem of 2023 has not been confined to one event.

Broker

The TRADE

JULY 25, 2023

The PRA specifically cited “significant failures in risk management and governance between 1 January 2020 and 31 March 2021, in connection with the Firms’ exposures to Archegos Capital Management”. The £87 million penalty issued by the PRA is a new record for the watchdog – despite it being reduced by 30% from £124.4

Risk Management

The TRADE

JUNE 26, 2023

Despite the widely touted benefits, other attempts have come and gone over the years, including efforts from EuroCCP – now operating as Cboe Clear Europe after being acquired by Cboe Global Markets in 2020.

Finance

Peak Frameworks

JULY 20, 2023

For example, the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 resulted in a global economic downturn and a swift market crash, as countries imposed lockdowns and business activities were disrupted. Global economic events and trends, including trade wars and recessions, can also have a profound impact on the stock market.

Stock

The TRADE

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

“Combining BNY Mellon’s data infrastructure and analytics services with Microsoft’s cloud solutions will provide our buy-side and sell-side clients with a leading data management solution designed to offer deeper insights and actionable data that can help improve their investment performance, distribution reach, and risk management.”

Collaboration

Peak Frameworks

AUGUST 15, 2023

Market Volatility : The CBOE Volatility Index (VIX), for instance, spiked during the 2020 Covid-19 market crash. It can help inform investment strategies, particularly in relation to market timing, risk management, and portfolio rebalancing. Put and Call Options : The Put/Call ratio.

Investors

Peak Frameworks

JUNE 5, 2023

For instance, the US economy saw a sustained expansion from the end of the Great Recession in 2009 until the onset of COVID-19 in 2020. This phase typically involves increased market volatility and heightened investment risk. Interest rates are often low during this time, and optimism about the future generally prevails.

Business

Peak Frameworks

MAY 24, 2023

The advent of derivatives in the 1970s marked a significant milestone in global finance, offering a structured risk management approach and fostering efficient price discovery. These complex instruments enable investors to hedge risks, speculate on future price movements, and exploit arbitrage opportunities.

Private Equity

Peak Frameworks

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

In a financial setting, quality planning might involve setting standards for investment evaluations, defining risk management protocols, or outlining due diligence procedures for potential acquisitions. The PE giant put substantial effort into Quality Management, ensuring meticulous due diligence.

Finance

Peak Frameworks

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

Factors to consider include: Management Structure and Team: Do you have the right team and leadership in place to execute the project? Risk Management: What potential risks are there, and how will they be mitigated? Legal and Regulatory Considerations: Are there any legal hurdles or requirements that must be addressed?

Investment

Cleary M&A and Corporate Governance Watch

AUGUST 2, 2023

Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC” or “Commission”) adopted rules to enhance and standardize disclosure requirements related to cybersecurity incident reporting and cybersecurity risk management, strategy, and governance. The rules were approved by the SEC on a 3-2 vote, with the two Republican commissioners dissenting. [1]

Government

The TRADE

JANUARY 31, 2024

The uniform use of our OMS and EMS and the complete visibility of the platform allows for efficient execution while frequent system enhancements improve oversight and risk management controls.” She adds that “strong partnerships exist between traders and PMs, with constant free flowing dialogue.

Equities

Focus Investment Banking

JANUARY 18, 2024

Senior advisors play a key role in client relationship management, strategic advisory, market research, networking, team collaboration and risk management. Mike joined FOCUS as a senior advisor in 2020. Senior advisors are seasoned professionals with extensive experience in a specific industry.

Sale

The TRADE

AUGUST 21, 2023

Many argue the rapid proliferation of more advanced order entry and risk management technology has allowed market makers and participants to profitably provide sub penny spreads for over a decade. “You have got to applaud the SEC for having the gumption to address these issues and taking on the hard battles,” adds Bandeen.

Equities

The TRADE

APRIL 30, 2024

In a wider sense, Basel III impacted financial market by promoting greater stability, resilience, and risk management within the banking sector. This has resulted in a range of operational and legal challenges, as well as potential basis risk between Libor and RFR-based contracts.

Financial Institution

The TRADE

MAY 29, 2025

This latest development follows on from RBC and its Channel Islands subsidiary joining LCH RepoClear as clearing members in 2020 , with the move at the time offering RBC additional financing liquidity to support its European client activity. LCH CDSClear expanded its client clearing services to US credit derivatives participants in 2024.

Risk Management

The TRADE

APRIL 14, 2025

He was first named CEO back in June 2020, taking up the role in October later that year. Before that, he founded and became chief executive of strategy, risk management and compliance consultancy, Patomak Global Partners. He is also keenly interested in looking at automation and garnering efficiencies in our systems.

Portfolio Management

The TRADE

MARCH 28, 2025

This trading and liquidity flexibility is again a key catalyst for further investor ETF adoption, as many traders and investors continue to look for differentiating approaches to portfolio construction, execution and risk management. How does ETF liquidity perform during times of market stress?

Investment