Worldwide volume of exchange-traded derivatives was 5.29 billion contracts in the month of August, making it the second highest level recorded after March 2021.
CONTINUE READINGFIA EPTA welcomes the opportunity to respond to the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) Consultation Paper on enhancing climate-related disclosures by standard listed companies and seeking views on ESG topics in capital markets. FIA EPTA members welcome the actions and responsibilities taken by the Government of the United Kingdom to work towards the common goals of reaching climate neutrality in 2050.
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CONTINUE READINGToday, FIA reflects on the events of September 11, 2001, and honors the many acts of bravery and courage shown on that day. We mourn the loss of life from the terrorist attacks, and we pay tribute to the heroism of the first responders who were responsible for saving so many.
CONTINUE READINGFIA EPTA welcomes the opportunity to comment on the Basel Committee Consultative Document “Prudential treatment of cryptoasset exposures”, dated June 2021. The discussions within the Basel Committee and this Consultative Document are very timely. We have reached a pivotal moment for the adoption of innovative technologies that will improve capital markets by verifiable and transparent information, higher efficiency of clearing and settlement and more liquidity. New digital assets are emerging that promise greater stability, wider acceptance and increase possible uses.
CONTINUE READINGDivision members can download the current FIA Law & Compliance Directory, which lists all L&C members as of August 2021. This directory is a resource that will help you stay in touch with other FIA L&C members as well as provide contact information for personnel at the CFTC, SEC, NFA and Congress.
CONTINUE READINGThe total amount of customer funds in futures accounts at US FCMs was recorded at $306.7 billion in the month of July.
CONTINUE READINGTrading volume on swap execution facilities reached $597 billion in average notional value per day during August 2021.
CONTINUE READINGFinancial tools are also playing a role by helping buyers and sellers of renewable energy manage their price risk. One example is a recently announced alliance between the European Energy Exchange, Europe’s leading wholesale power market, and Pexapark, a software and advisory company based in Zurich that specializes in working with the renewables industry.
CONTINUE READINGBroker leverages its position in commodities sector to promote global environmental change
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