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Bulge Bracket Banks: 2024 Edition

Mergers and Inquisitions

The name “bulge bracket” (BB) comes from the prospectus for an IPO or debt issuance, which lists all the banks underwriting the deal. As another example, some argue that UBS should not be a bulge bracket bank because it has focused on wealth management and areas outside the capital markets.

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The 20 greatest trading innovations

The TRADE

While perhaps not one of the most exciting aspects of the trade lifecycle, settlement is a central process that acts as a pillar for the capital markets. It’s a way of participants gauging available liquidity in the market without committing to placing an order.

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