Category: Forex

Clearstream
June 30, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

Clearstream Announces Launch of Tri-Party Collateral Management Solution with ECMS Go-Live

The move is seen as a milestone in post-trade infrastructure harmonisation across Europe. Following the ECMS go-live on 16 June 2025, Clearstream became the only central securities depository (CSD) to offer full tri-party collateral management integration with the European Central Bank’s new platform.  The ECMS is said to replace previously fragmented national systems, creating a…

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June 27, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

NatWest and Marex Partner on New Cross Margining Solution

The partnership aims to enhance margin efficiency for clients active in foreign exchange markets. According to a press release, the initiative will allow clients who access FX Futures through Marex and use NatWest’s FX prime brokerage services to benefit from margin offsets.  This is expected to reduce collateral requirements while maintaining clients’ preferred trading relationships.…

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Capital.com: female traders have higher levels of education compared to male traders
June 27, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

Capital.com Announces Enhanced $1m EU Client Protection Insurance Scheme

Effective from 1 June 2025, the policy provides coverage of up to $1 million per client in the event of the company’s insolvency. The insurance, underwritten by Lloyd’s of London, operates independently of the Investor Compensation Fund (ICF), which already protects eligible retail clients under CySEC regulations for up to €20,000.  Capital.com said the additional…

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June 27, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

eToro Partners with Franklin Templeton on Target-Date Portfolios

According to the companies, the move is designed to help retail investors achieve their long-term financial goals through target-date strategies. The portfolios are said to automatically adjust asset allocation and risk exposure over time, shifting from growth-focused equity investments to more conservative fixed income as the target date approaches.  eToro explained that each portfolio is…

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Exclusive: Global economy: Tensions and weak growth
June 26, 2025 BY Leaprate Staff

Central Banks Grapple With Divergent Paths

ECB Cuts The European Central Bank (ECB) led the charge with a deposit facility rate cut, emboldened by inflation settling near its 2% target and an improving, albeit gradual, economic recovery within the Eurozone. Lower energy prices, coupled with slower wage growth and a stronger euro, have provided the ECB with the necessary leeway to…

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June 26, 2025 BY Leaprate Staff

Plus500 Expansion Continues Into Canadian Market

The Canadian market entry is the latest in a series of strategic initiatives undertaken by Plus500 to fuel growth. In March, the company acquired Indian financial services firm Mehta Equities for approximately $20 million, signaling its intent to tap into emerging markets. This acquisition, coupled with regulatory approvals in regions like the UAE, demonstrates Plus500's…

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June 20, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

Elon Musk's X App to Add Trading and Investing Features

According to reports, X CEO Linda Yaccarino confirmed at the Cannes Lions festival that users will “soon” be able to “transact your whole financial life on the platform.”  She added that it could include paying for a pizza, “or making an investment or a trade.”  The app is also reportedly developing a digital wallet and…

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June 20, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

BMO Agrees $625m Deal to Acquire Burgundy Asset Management

The move expands the bank’s wealth management services for high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth clients. The transaction will see Burgundy, an independent wealth manager with around $27 billion in assets under management as of May 31, integrated into BMO Wealth Management.  Burgundy’s expertise is said to be in its discretionary investment management for private clients, foundations, pensions,…

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June 19, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

Citi Elects Jonathan Moulds as a New Independent Director

Moulds, who also currently serves as a senior independent director and the risk committee chair at IG Group, brings more than 25 years of international financial services experience, having held senior executive positions across the UK, US, and Asia.  He is already familiar with Citi, serving as Chair of its international broker-dealer, Citigroup Global Markets…

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