Asset Classes Archive

February 26, 2013

HFT dominance threatens less-liquid US options

A shift in the competitive environment for options market making could lead to a drop in liquidity for lesser traded instruments, as technology continues to influence trading in the asset class. read more>

February 22, 2013

Non-cleared margin proposals still miss the point

Non-cleared margin proposals still miss the point

The latest approach by global regulators to establish a framework for margin payments against non-cleared swaps will eliminate some unnecessary costs but still fails to address the core concerns of banks. read more>

February 22, 2013

Numerix offers buy-side greater collateral controls

Numerix offers buy-side greater collateral controls

Numerix, a provider of analytics tools for derivatives and structured products, has unveiled a tool that aims to give buy-side firms more control and transparency over the collateral posted against swaps trades. read more>

February 19, 2013

Interdealer brokers expand platforms ahead of SEF rules

Interdealer brokers Tradition and ICAP have added US dollar interest rate swaps to their derivatives trading venues as both firms gear up to register as swap execution facilities under the Dodd-Frank Act. read more>

February 18, 2013

Regulators propose easing of margin payments for non-cleared swaps

The latest consultation from global regulatory bodies on the margin required for non-cleared swaps appears to ease collateral concerns and allow for a long-dated implementation period. read more>

February 18, 2013

Eurex opens up to South Korea

Eurex, the derivatives market owned by Deutsche Börse, has extended its direct market access functionality to South Korea after obtaining consent from the national regulator. read more>

February 18, 2013

FIX prepares market for automated bond trading

FIX Protocol Limited, a provider of messaging standards, has published guidelines for the electronic trading of fixed income, ahead of new regulations that will lead to greater automation of bond trading. read more>

February 15, 2013

IOSCO principles compel brokers to ensure client asset safety

IOSCO principles compel brokers to ensure client asset safety

Recent guidance from the International Organization of Securities Commissions places the onus on brokers to safeguard client assets in the event of broker default. read more>

February 14, 2013

NYSE Liffe anticipates EU swap futurisation, posts trading records

London-based derivatives exchange NYSE Liffe has reported volume growth in a number of key contracts, which it partly attributes to a move from swaps to futures ahead of new regulation. read more>

February 13, 2013

Data-sharing rules reported to thwart G-20’s OTC vision

Legal obstacles will block regulators' view of systemic risk in the OTC derivatives market well into 2014 even though reporting obligations kicked in at the end of last year. read more>