Category: Financial Services

November 06, 2024 BY Sam Boughedda

Wise Sees Active Customers, Profit and Revenue Rise in H1

The company revealed Wednesday that the number of active customers increased by 25% year-over-year, reaching 11.4 million. Revenue surged 19% to £591.9 million, driven by a 19% increase in cross-border volume to £68.4 billion. Reported profit before tax came in at £292.5 million, rising a significant 51% from the previous year. Wise said it continues…

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Hong Kong stock exchange
November 05, 2024 BY Sam Boughedda

HKEX to Digitise ETP Servicing

Scheduled for implementation in 2025, subject to regulatory approval and technical readiness, the web-based platform aims to streamline the in-kind creation and redemption process for relevant ETPs. HKEX explains that by leveraging distributed ledger technology (DLT) and smart contracts, it intends to connect key ETP participants, enhancing operational efficiency and boosting overall market liquidity. "Speed…

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Broadridge presents new securities lending assessment solution for mutual funds
November 04, 2024 BY Sam Boughedda

Broadridge Completes Kyndryl SIS Takeover

The company explained that the move strengthens its position in the Canadian financial services market, enabling it to offer comprehensive wealth management and capital markets solutions to Canadian firms. The acquisition of SIS, which specialises in clearing and settlement, account record keeping, tax and regulatory reporting, and integrated order management, align with Broadridge's target of…

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Cboe
November 04, 2024 BY Sam Boughedda

Cboe Launches New Timestamping Service

The company explained that the service enhances market transparency and efficiency, offering traders insights into order execution and cancellation processes. They added that the new service is available on all Cboe-affiliated U.S. Equities Exchanges, providing market participants with detailed information about order and cancel messages. By analysing timestamp data, traders and participants are able to…

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November 04, 2024 BY Sam Boughedda

Wise Expands Reach with Direct Access to Philippines' InstaPay

The company revealed in a press release that the integration, along with a direct settlement account with the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), will significantly enhance cross-border payment experiences for millions of Wise customers and its platform partners. Via its direct connection to InstaPay, Wise can now offer instant transfers of up to 50,000 Philippine…

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October 31, 2024 BY Sam Boughedda

CLSNet Expands Reach as MUFG Bank Joins the Network

CLS explained in a press release that the move is expected to significantly improve operational efficiency and reduce risk for the bank. CLSNet, a platform designed to standardise and centralise post-trade processes for over 120 currencies, has gained traction in recent years. By joining the network, CLS said MUFG will benefit from the expanding roster…

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StoneX
October 30, 2024 BY Sam Boughedda

CAB Payments and StoneX Continue Acquisition Discussions

The company revealed that StoneX is currently conducting due diligence as part of the process. Earlier this month CAB Payments said it had received an unsolicited non-binding proposal from StoneX at 145p per share. "Discussions with StoneX are continuing and StoneX and its advisers are undertaking due diligence," CAB Payments said in its release on…

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Hong Kong stock exchange
October 30, 2024 BY Sam Boughedda

HKEX to Expand Middle East Presence with Riyadh Office

The company said the strategic move aims to strengthen HKEX's presence in the Middle East and facilitate greater connectivity between the two regions. HKEX is aiming to promote new opportunities for its customers and issuers, with the Riyadh office predicted to serve as a crucial hub for HKEX to engage with investors and companies. Saudi…

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October 29, 2024 BY Sam Boughedda

StoneX Opens New Offices in India

The new facilities are said to house a combined workforce of 800 employees, significantly bolstering the company's presence in the country. Since establishing its Global Capability Centre in India in 2019, StoneX has experienced solid growth and now employs over 550 staff in-country, contributing to its global workforce of more than 4,300 employees. Greg Kallinikos,…

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