Trading systems
Banks try to standardise Sef sign-up for clients
With new rules set to increase use of trading platforms, a group of banks is trying to replace inefficient, manual approval processes with something quicker and easier. By Clive Davidson
High-frequency trading no threat to financial markets, regulators find
A slew of Asian regulators have looked into high-frequency trading prompted by concerns over computer-driven market manipulation. But little evidence of its negative impact has been found
Chip and win: Banks expand use of GPUs
As computational demands on banks have increased, some have turned to powerful graphics processing units, but these were initially applied at the transaction pricing level. Now, they are starting to cover portfolio valuations and other enterprise-level…
Concerns over high-frequency trading overstated, says Australian regulator
Asic less concerned with high-frequency trading but is clamping down on dark pool operators
OTC reforms present technology challenges for insurers
Wide-ranging changes to the the OTC derivatives market are leading insurers to upgrade their collateral management systems, often quite substantially. But the complex requirements and computational power needed is providing a challenge - not just for…
White paper: How the right trade modelling platform can enhance performance and reduce risk
The success of a trading company's value chain relies heavily on modelling platforms that can perform an array of tasks such as developing forward curves and calculating risk sensitivities effectively. As a result, these models need to provide a set of…
FX liquidity fragmentation costs reduced by technology
The increase in electronic trading venues in the foreign exchange market has created the potential for further fragmentation of liquidity. Technology vendors have developed a variety of solutions in response
Algomi: Former UBS platform guru pushes aggregation
As market-makers lose their risk-taking capacity, one technology start-up argues the answer is to aggregate both liquidity and information. By Tom Newton
OTC Derivatives Clearing Summit Europe: Lack of dealer involvement may hamper OTF move
A portion of the European derivatives market will eventually be required to trade on OTFs – but change will be hampered without bank involvement, panellists say
The outlook for mobile energy trading
Could mobile technology revolutionise commodity trading and bring benefits to risk management, or is it more about offering convenience for individuals? And do the potential benefits outweigh the obvious risks? Jay Maroo investigates
FX platform proliferation branded unsustainable
A recent flurry of FX trading platform launches will undoubtedly lead to a round of consolidation, with less successful players squeezed out of the market, argue FX Week USA speakers
Hong Kong securities regulator argues for more control over HFT
The Securities and Futures Commission makes the case for more regulation of high-frequency trading – but the market is not convinced
Structural issues hindering uptake of electronic trading in India
An increasing appetite for electronic trading by domestic Indian firms is being stymied by issues over market structure and regulatory climate
Sponsored statement: The Royal Bank of Scotland
The Royal Bank of Scotland’s (RBS) MarketDirect is an intuitive, easy-to-use system that facilitates fast pricing, trading and straight-through processing from the trading desk to the back office. The platform was launched 18 months ago to meet demand…
Icap’s forex e-trading platform to offer outright forwards
Icap’s forex spot and NDF electronic platform, EBS, is looking to diversify into outright forwards and other services this year
Middleware vendors face turf war with Sefs
Middleware vendors looked set to be big winners in the overhaul of over-the-counter derivatives markets, but they face competition from swap execution facilities. By Michael Watt
Mifid II sets up clash between voice trading and transparency
Europe’s revised Markets in Financial Instruments Directive appears to leave the door open for derivatives trading platforms to offer voice trading – but rules on transparency may slam the door shut. By Joe Rennison
Bank of England sets out code of practice on electronic trading
Members of the FX Joint Standing Committee comment on the recently reviewed Nips code, which includes a new section on electronic trading
Electronic FX trading in Asia may switch to multi-dealer platforms
The Asian FX derivatives business is expanding rapidly, driven by increased participation from financial institutions and hedge funds. While single-dealer platforms have increased market share over the past few years, incoming regulation could force FX…