Buy-side increasingly utilising TCA outside equities
While 76% of asset managers use TCA for regulatory and compliance purposes, more advanced and sophisticated use cases are continuing to gain traction, according to an Acuiti report.
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Regulatory burden labelled top issue faced within European listed derivatives markets
New report from Acuiti also notes the risk associated with new regulations as being a key concern on the horizon for market participants within the asset class.
Lion’s share of proprietary firms preparing to increase trading headcount in 2024
The expected additional headcount follows a period of strong performance for proprietary trading firms, according to Acuiti’s latest report.
Two thirds of prop trading firms plan to trade new exchanges this year
Sentiment is soaring following a strong start to the year with 24% ‘very optimistic’ about the Q2 outlook as firms look to further expand their reach, according to the latest Acuiti report.
Retail regulatory restrictions could boost European listed derivatives markets, but how will institutional brokers be affected?
New report explores the potential shift to listed futures and options by retail brokers following increasing regulatory restrictions on contract for difference markets and the impact this will have on competition and the institutional brokerage landscape.
Evolving regulation expected to push crypto derivatives trading volumes onshore
New Acuiti report found that most respondents expect between 26-50% of listed crypto derivatives trading volumes to be conducted onshore following establishment of new regulatory frameworks.
Over half of asset managers planning to reduce OTC exposures over the next three years
There is a significant gap in the market for a customisable listed product, an Acuiti report has found.
Proprietary traders prioritising FX as rising costs lead firms to trade fewer products and markets
Around two thirds of firms are set to make higher than average investments in 2024, with algo trading tools, connectivity to new markets, and market data the top priorities, according to the latest Acuiti report.
Hedge funds increasingly uneasy over impact of FX prime broker consolidation on liquidity
Capturing new or unique trading opportunities among the main reasons for 24% of hedge funds looking to change or increase their number of FX prime brokerage providers, finds Acuiti report.
Asia-Pacific holds untapped derivatives trading potential if local regulatory and counterparty challenges can be overcome
Key local challenges cited in the Trading Technologies and Acuiti report include finding the right local partners, understanding local rules and regulations and gaining access to regional markets via preferred clearing firms.