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Retail regulatory restrictions could boost European listed derivatives markets, but how will institutional brokers be affected?

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European retail brokers are expected to target growth in institutional markets alongside expanding into listed derivatives if restrictions on contract for difference (CFD) markets continue to gain traction, a study by Acuiti in partnership with ION has found.

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Majority of prop trading firms obliged to join FINRA under expanded SEC rule

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to cover previously exempt proprietary trading firms. The decision is set to contribute to greater transparency and strengthened oversight in the treasury markets due in large part to the fact that FINRA requires members report post-trade activity in these markets.

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How do Banks Make Money? Explanation, Examples

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The world of banking can be broadly divided into: Retail Banks: Think of your local branch where you have your checking and savings accounts. This model is foundational for retail and commercial banks. Trading and Proprietary Trading Many large banks are involved in trading activities.

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Elliott Picks Apart SEC Case on Disclosures

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The SEC study appears to support a thesis posed by activist investor critics: That existing rules hurt rank-and-file investors who sell shares at arguably discounted prices to activists and other investors in the know before the activist discloses their campaign, a move that often results in share-price spikes.

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Elliott Picks Apart SEC Case on Disclosures

The Deal

The SEC study appears to support a thesis posed by activist investor critics: That existing rules hurt rank-and-file investors who sell shares at arguably discounted prices to activists and other investors in the know before the activist discloses their campaign, a move that often results in share-price spikes.

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Unpacking the 20 most impact financial regulations from the last 20 years

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The importance of these rules can be linked to the reshaping of the regulatory environment and ultimately creating a more robust trading environment and promoting investor confidence. The implementation of Mifid has resulted in a wide range of changes to market structure, investor protection and competition.

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Investment Banking – Meaning, Functions and More

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Underwriting is the process of assessing financial risk and committing to purchasing the shares from the issuing company to ensure the successful sale and distribution of the newly offered securities to investors. There are a lot of other ways that investment banks make money, like Asset Managem ent and proprietary trading.