Videos
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Data Spotlight: ESG futures gaining traction
The universe of ESG futures and options is rapidly expanding, with close to three dozen now available on nine exchanges around the world. Trading volume is still relatively low compared to conventional equity index contracts, but is rising rapidly. December set a record of 437,000 in contracts traded, eclipsing the previous high of 364,000 set in March 2020. Trading activity also is becoming more diverse across more contracts, more exchanges and more regions.
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FIA PTG supports SEC expansion of Regs ATS and SCI to Government Securities ATSs
In a letter filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) today, the FIA Principal Traders Group (FIA PTG) supported the proposed expansion of Regulations ATS and SCI to include Government Securities alternative trading systems (ATSs).
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FIA responds to IOSCO consultation on market data
On 26 February, FIA responded to an International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) consultation on access to market data in secondary equity markets.
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FIA Speaks Episode 15: Larry Thompson
In this episode, FIA President and CEO Walt Lukken talks to derivatives legend Larry Thompson about his long career at DTCC, Robinhood app issues and his advice for people just starting out in the industry. Larry recently retired from being General Counsel of the Depository Trust and Clearing Corporation, where he spent nearly 40 years but he’s not sitting still by any means. Larry remains actively involved in several corporate and fintech boards as well as charitable efforts.
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FIA EPTA response to the IOSCO consultation on Market Data in the Secondary Equity Markets (CR03/2020)
The FIA European Principal Traders Association (FIA EPTA) welcomes the opportunity to respond to the International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) Consultation Report on market data in the secondary equity markets. In today’s markets, market data is of crucial importance for a wide range of investors and market participants – including FIA EPTA member firms.
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The SEC’s new derivatives rule: practical implications for funds
The SEC recently adopted Rule 18f-4 under the 1940 Act, which will establish a comprehensive framework for the use of derivatives transactions by registered funds.
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FIA PTG supports FINRA proposed enhancements to TRACE reporting for US Treasury Securities
In a letter filed with FINRA today, the FIA Principal Traders Group (FIA PTG) supported proposed enhancements to TRACE reporting for US Treasury Securities.
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Business continuity and disaster resilience test findings published
The FIA Market Technology division completed its 16th annual continuity of business and disaster resilience test in October 2019. A full report on the test and its findings have been released.
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FIA endorses industry led climate finance principles
FIA President and CEO made a statement on the release of the pan trade financial industry associations statement of principles Financing a U.S. Transition to a Sustainable Low-Carbon Economy.
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FIA highlights CCP margin procyclicality concerns to European Regulators
FIA today presented to the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) on the issues experienced in the spring of 2020 when high volatility and procyclicality of margin requirements were experienced in the global clearing system.
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