Category: Institutional

June 18, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

Integral Announces Access to CME Group’s Primary FX Markets from Workflow Solutions

The collaboration is said to enable traders to execute FX spot, non-deliverable forward (NDF), and precious metals trades through their existing workflows without incurring additional fees or investing in new technology.  Furthermore, the integration supports both passive and aggressive order types via GUIs, APIs, pre-built algorithms, and risk warehouses, said the firm.  Paul Houston, Global…

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June 18, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

Clearstream Launches a Digital Solution for Private Market Fund Processing

Built on the blockchain-based FundsDLT platform and integrated with Clearstream’s existing Vestima system, the company said the solution is being piloted with selected clients before a broader rollout.  It is said to target long-standing inefficiencies in private market fund distribution by automating key processes and enhancing transparency across the value chain. According to Clearstream, the…

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June 17, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

BTIG Launches Hedge Fund Solutions Group

The firm said in a release that the new division will offer advisory services focused on business strategy, infrastructure, compliance, talent, technology and due diligence.  Furthermore, it will work in coordination with BTIG’s institutional business, outsource trading, and prime brokerage teams. Paul Covello and David Gold have been appointed Co-Heads of the U.S. division. Covello…

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Clearstream
June 16, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

Clearstream Plans ClearstreamXact Enhancements

Clearstream explained that the initiative follows successful efforts in standardising processes and reporting for Asset Servicing. The primary objective of these enhancements is to align Clearstream's service offering with T2S and Swift standards, while also achieving greater harmonisation between CBF and CBL.  This is expected to allow CBF legacy clients to transition to ClearstreamXact and…

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June 12, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

ATFX Connect Strengthens Prime Brokerage with Standard Chartered Partnership

The move is set to substantially enhance ATFX Connect's institutional services and expand its footprint in the global market. ATFX explained that the integration of Standard Chartered Bank's prime brokerage services will broaden the array of clients who can leverage ATFX Connect's liquidity infrastructure.  They believe the partnership offers institutional market participants a more robust…

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June 11, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

Broadridge's LTX Expands Generative AI Capabilities with BondGPT Intelligence

The new feature is said to integrate advanced generative AI directly into trading platform workflows, proactively delivering critical insights to users. Broadridge explained that BondGPT Intelligence is designed to anticipate traders' queries based on their position within the investing and trading process, providing immediate access to relevant market data and insights.  This intelligent anticipation reportedly…

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June 09, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

Marex Agrees Deal to Acquire Agrinvest Commodities

The move is said to be aimed at strengthening the company’s presence in the Americas and expanding its capabilities in physical commodity markets. Agrinvest, based in Brazil, operates as an intermediary in agricultural markets such as corn and soybeans, while also offering consultancy services to help clients manage hedging strategies and commercial risks.  The acquisition…

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June 04, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

Sterling Trading Tech Launches Overnight Trading in US NMS Equities

The move allows the company’s clients to trade overnight via Blue Ocean ATS. The new service is said to be available through Sterling’s OMS and forms part of the company’s broader global expansion strategy.  The firm explained in a press release that clients can now access US equities markets during overnight hours, complementing Sterling’s existing…

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