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Why the Middle East conflict is rewiring the execution dynamics of European market microstructure

Liquidnet’s Prashanth Manoharan, head of execution consulting EMEA, takes a deep dive into how the escalating conflict in the Middle East is driving a structural shift in the cost and complexity of trading in European equity markets. The prospect of an energy shock has driven sharp dispersion in performance between energy importers and exporters, with significant implications for liquidity, spreads and execution conditions between countries and sectors. For buy-side traders, understanding and adapting their strategies to this complex and evolving microstructure is crucial.

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Rebalance recharged: Approaching critical mass in dealer-to-dealer risk transfer

Liquidnet’s Rebalance protocol is entering a decisive new phase of growth as rising dealer participation drives accelerating volumes and deeper liquidity. As David Johnsen, head of fixed income at Liquidnet, explains, what began as a portfolio level efficiency tool is increasingly reshaping how dealers manage balance sheet risk, with network effects pushing the platform towards critical mass across the US and EMEA.

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Looking into the crystal ball

As 2025 draws to a close, Liquidnet chief executive Mark Govoni reflects on a year defined by volatility and rapid technological advancement, highlighting how resilience and innovation are key for navigating shifting liquidity and increasingly sophisticated execution strategies. With new initiatives in the multi-asset space, strategic partnerships, and AI-driven tools, Liquidnet is well positioned to take on what’s ahead in 2026.

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