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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. For incumbent institutional firms this provides an opportunity.

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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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CQG unveils AI predictive model for traders

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Technology solutions business CQG has unveiled a new trading toolkit, with a “first of its kind” AI predictive model for traders which incorporates live data to predict futures market moves. They can then use CQG for charting and trading with those models.” The post CQG unveils AI predictive model for traders appeared first on The TRADE.

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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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Inside the FX cut-off conundrum sparking animosity between the buy-side, CLS and custodians as T+1 looms

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The onus is now on these providers to alleviate any workflow issues that may arise for buy-side firms looking to trade around the time of the cut offs – of which there are many. The idea that more trades might be settled bilaterally also increases the counterparty risk that regulators have been looking to avoid across the industry.

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Elliott Picks Apart SEC Case on Disclosures

The Deal

The Deal reviewed a large cross-section of letters and most, including corporate and retail lobbyists, supported faster disclosure as a means of helping out small investors who, in the words of one supporter, are disadvantaged by “information asymmetry.” Elliott, one of the most prolific activist investors in the U.S.

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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. A key objective of the regulation was to increase market transparency through the promotion of regulated trading venues and encouraging price discovery.