Trading tools Archive

The trading of new mini options contracts on US venue the International Securities Exchange will commence in March, following recent regulatory go-ahead. read more>

The battle for Scandinavian market share is set to intensify with a new initiative from domestic exchange operator Nasdaq OMX Nordic to attract overseas flow and the implementation of the London Stock Exchange's Millennium Exchange platform at Oslo Børs. read more>

Singapore-based brokerage CIMB Securities will use technology provider Fidessa as part of a further push into key Asian markets. read more>

Outsourcing of investment operations will increase as investment managers look to reduce costs and improved efficiency, particularly for front office functions, according to new research by investment consultancy firm Investit. read more>

A new regulatory crackdown on conflicts of interest will result in greater unbundling of research and execution fees, with major implications for how research is prepared and sold. read more>

A new iTunes-style app store opens up Bloomberg terminals to third-party developers, letting subscribers buy extra tools direct from independent software providers to complement the terminal’s core news and data offerings. read more>

Unreliable network infrastructure that disrupts cloud services is delaying further adoption of cloud computing for finance firms in the UK, a study has shown. read more>

Morgan Stanley’s Australian arm will now offer direct market access connectivity to the Australian Stock Exchange’s Centre Point Block. read more>

Broker ITG will offer futures execution and routing as part of an expansion to meet a spike in futures trading. read more>

Equity market participants believe planned new rules restricting high-frequency trading are the biggest threat to liquidity across European markets, according to the latest poll results from theTRADEnews.com showing traders' continued concern of impending regulation. read more>