Category: Forex

StoneX
August 06, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

StoneX Completes The Benchmark Company Acquisition, Expands Investment Banking Capabilities

The deal, first announced in March, sees Benchmark’s team and operations integrated into StoneX’s Institutional division.  The Benchmark brand will be retained in the near term to maintain client continuity. Benchmark is known for its strong client relationships and expertise in sectors such as technology, industrials, consumer and healthcare.  The firm provides investment banking, equity…

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August 05, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

Noah Liot Promoted to Chief Technology Officer at Aquis Exchange

Liot originally joined Aquis as Head of Technology Development and is said to have played a pivotal role in delivering some of the company’s most significant technology projects.  The firm added that he has also implemented robust development processes and workflows aimed at enhancing performance and long-term resilience. Prior to Aquis, Liot held senior roles…

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August 05, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

XS.com and Centroid Solutions Partner to Provide Tier-1 Liquidity for Retail Brokers

The collaboration will see Centroid integrated into XS.com’s liquidity distribution network, enabling clients to access XS.com’s premium liquidity across multiple asset classes, including forex, metals, energy, commodities, indices and CFD shares. Wael Hammad, Chief Commercial Officer at XS.com, said: “We look forward to this partnership with Centroid to deliver even greater value and satisfaction to…

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NYSE
August 05, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

Bryan Daniel Appointed President of NYSE Texas

Daniel, who previously chaired the Texas Workforce Commission, will lead the NYSE’s operations in Texas and report directly to Lynn Martin, President of NYSE Group.  His appointment comes as the NYSE, part of Intercontinental Exchange, seeks to build a local capital markets ecosystem in the Lone Star State. “We welcome Bryan to our team to…

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HKEX
August 04, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

HKEX Appoints Zhang Yong to Mainland China Advisory Group

Announcing the appointment on Friday, HKEX Chairman Carlson Tong said: “I am delighted to welcome Mr Zhang Yong to our Mainland China Advisory Group. His wealth of experience and deep knowledge in China’s business and financial markets will provide invaluable support to the HKEX Board as we continue to deliver on our strategic imperatives of…

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August 04, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

BUX and JPMorgan Partner On First Self-Directed Active ETF Portfolios

The new “BUX Prime Investment Plans” are pre-built, multi-asset portfolios powered by J.P. Morgan’s actively managed ETFs.  They are said to be designed to cater to a range of risk levels and financial goals. The service is initially launching across eight countries: Ireland, Italy, Austria, Belgium, France, the Netherlands, Germany, and Spain.  Access is included…

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Robinhood app on mobile
July 31, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

Robinhood Transaction-Based Revenues Jump 65% in Q2

The jump in transaction-based income contributed to a 45% rise in total net revenues, which came in at $989 million. Net income more than doubled to $386 million, while diluted earnings per share rose 100% to $0.42. Options trading is said to have led the way with revenues of $265 million, up 46%, followed by…

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July 31, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

ASX Chief Compliance Officer Daniel Moran Resigns

Moran joined ASX in 2010 as Deputy General Counsel and became Group General Counsel in 2017.  He was appointed Chief Compliance Officer in 2022, leading the organisation’s transition to a more risk-based and data-driven approach to market supervision. ASX CEO Helen Lofthouse praised Moran’s long-standing contribution to the organisation.  “Having served on the Executive Team…

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July 30, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited Joins Common Eurobonds Depository Network

The move marks an expansion of the Eurobond infrastructure into the Asia-Pacific region. Starting 1 August 2025, BOCHK will support the issuance, safekeeping, and lifecycle servicing of international securities under the Eurobond model.  The appointment follows BOCHK’s successful completion of the ICSDs’ qualification process. The Eurobond market, valued at over €13 trillion, has long provided…

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