article thumbnail

Prop trading firms turn to Middle East as they consider leaving Europe in the wake of IFPR

The TRADE

Both the US and Switzerland were popular amongst lower latency trading firms, said Acuiti. Read more: Volatility trading picking up traction as the market pegs it as a future core strategy “After an exceptionally volatile six months in the first half of last year, it is no surprise that proprietary trading performance has dipped during 2023.

Trading 110
article thumbnail

Aquis’ diversification strategy a significant factor in strong H1 results

The TRADE

Aquis reported a 17% increase in its net revenue at £9.7million for the first half of the year, and a profit of 1.1million before tax, up 64% from the previous period. Read more: Aquis Exchange acquires minority stake in US block trading start-up OptimX Markets Aquis markets currently holds a 5.1%

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

Trending Sources

article thumbnail

Asia-Pacific holds untapped derivatives trading potential if local regulatory and counterparty challenges can be overcome

The TRADE

Derivatives volumes in Asia-Pacific (APAC) are growing at a considerable rate – contrasting declines in Europe and marginal growth in the US – presenting increased opportunities for European proprietary trading firms and hedge funds. Trading Technologies has long recognised the tremendous trading opportunities in the APAC region.

Trading 64
article thumbnail

Avelacom enhances low latency service offering following authorisation from Brazil Stock Exchange

The TRADE

An Acuiti report from March found that almost 68% of proprietary trading firms are planning to trade on new exchanges in 2024, with Brazil touted as a main area of focus, along with Asia-Pacific.

Stock 64
article thumbnail

How do Banks Make Money? Explanation, Examples

Peak Frameworks

The profit-making strategies differ across these banks. Subtracting the $50 paid to you, the bank makes a net profit of $350. Trading and Proprietary Trading Many large banks are involved in trading activities. 2019 was a notable year for trading, especially for banks like J.P.

Bank 52
article thumbnail

Investment Banking – Meaning, Functions and More

Razorpay

Investment Banking is a very profitable business, being one of the most highly paid careers in the world. This means ABC stands to make a profit of Rs 1.5 There are a lot of other ways that investment banks make money, like Asset Managem ent and proprietary trading. These functions seem very expensive, and they are!

article thumbnail

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

The TRADE

These measures included mandates for constraints on proprietary trading (known as the Volcker Rule), and enhanced supervision of derivatives markets, as well as increased capital reserves. Sceptics argue that higher capital requirements could tighten banks’ ability to lend, which could ultimately reduce economic growth.