Eurex to launch futures on EU bonds
Trading will start in September 2025 and is expected to strengthen liquidity in the EU bonds market.
Trading will start in September 2025 and is expected to strengthen liquidity in the EU bonds market.
Bloomberg 500 Index’s availability will pave the way for the listing of futures and options on MIAX exchanges in H2 2025.
Specifically, the move entails a complete infrastructure migration.
Launch is set to be completed by Q2 2026 and is expected to tackle risk management challenges faced in the options markets.
The platform will combine derivatives product creation and offer real-time settlement of all derivative positions 24/7 with a sub-1-minute settlement.
The new options come amid increased interest in options due to US equity market exposure and volatility; Belvedere Trading will be the lead market maker.
Deal is expected to close in H2 2025; current co-CEOs Guy Rowcliffe and John Stewart will remain at OSTTRA and continue to lead the company.
IMC and CTC are also involved as co-investors; the investment is expected to provide greater market access and liquidity depth in the OTC FX options market.
The offering combines Amundi’s ALTO platform with Murex’s OTC front-to-back solution to meet evolving market demands.
The launch marks the first product to be integrated under the network’s latest collaboration with FTSE Russell.