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The The Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC) will operate round the clock, five days a week from 2Q26 enhancing investor access to US equities markets. But exchanges, brokers and banks could face challenges adapting to extended trade cycles. Bob Cioffi, global head of equities product management at ION Markets, told The Banker that businesses must consider adjusting staffing for technical and trade support teams. He added that less liquidity in extended hours could lead to wider spreads and higher price volatility. He also highlighted potential changes to pre-trade risk checks that may be needed to account for. Read the article here. https://lnkd.in/ejeXtNae #Equities #Trading #IONMarkets

ION will provide seamless, day-one connectivity to the new MIAX Futures™ matching engine, MIAX Futures Onyx (Onyx). This will ensure uninterrupted access to MIAX Futures’ flagship product, Minneapolis Hard Red Spring Wheat (Minneapolis HRSW) Futures, which will migrate from CME Globex® onto Onyx in 2Q25. Read our press release to know more. https://lnkd.in/e7e3SEuS

In this week’s episode of Quick Takes, the team examines swaptions activities from Q4 of 2024. Throughout the discussion, they offer insights into the implications of these market movements, the role of regulatory regimes, and the growing interest in swaptions data. Tune in today to hear why this data is so important for risk management and more! https://lnkd.in/eeBSihiS

The recent FIX EMEA Trading Conference 2025 brought together industry leaders, regulators, and technology experts to discuss the trends and challenges of electronic trading. Attendees enjoyed a wide array of informative programming, centered on the higher demand for technology solutions to support trading activities. AI innovations, market structure, and data were just a few of the many topics explored at this conference. Head over to our blog to see more about the event! https://lnkd.in/ePpQh2bA

We're excited to sponsor the upcoming India FIX Conference (FIX Trading Community Asia Pacific), where industry professionals gather to discuss India’s electronic trading landscape and the latest innovations. Sandeep V. S., Product Strategy and Growth of Equities at ION Markets, will participate in a panel discussion on “The evolving market structure of India: Balancing innovation, regulation, and growth.” Panelists will examine how India’s market structure is changing and how innovation is driving growth. Check the agenda for more details: https://lnkd.in/eY-FTRgR Register for the event today: https://lnkd.in/eNf_4849 We hope to see you there!

Technological advancements make it easier for more investors to access trading platforms, leading retail trading in derivatives to grow vastly more popular in recent years, particularly in India. What strategies are exchanges using to continue attracting retail investors? What pitfalls should new investors watch for to avoid losses? How are derivatives markets fostering sustainable growth? Find answers to these questions—and more—on our latest blog, written by Nimisha Bansal. Give it a read today! https://lnkd.in/eCpb4aee

The first quarter of 2025 has seen plenty of volatility, but India’s Finance Minister's budget plan is designed to support investment and offer tax relief to the middle class. The hope is that this plan drives growth in retail investment and consumption-focused stocks. However, market volatility means that brokers must be ready to diversify and utilize scalable technology solutions. Find more details on our blog, written by Sandeep Sabnani. https://lnkd.in/eA9-mycY

Geopolitical tensions or unexpected shifts in monetary policy can disrupt the balance between collateral and cash, threatening stability in an otherwise smooth-sailing repo market. Writing for Finance Derivative, Ed Tyndale-Biscoe, Head of Secured Funding Product Development at ION Markets, highlights the need for firms to secure deeper liquidity pools and diversify their collateral sources to stay competitive. At the same time, options such as peer-to-peer (P2P) lending and the growing interplay between European and Asian collateral markets provide new avenues to manage risk. By prioritizing diversification and liquidity, market participants can strengthen resilience and safeguard financial stability. You can read his insights here. https://lnkd.in/e2FvBRBm #RepoMarket #Liquidity #SecuredFunding

There are increasing concerns about the impact of the US withdrawing from the Paris Agreement on net-zero targets and sustainable investment. Steven Strange, Head of Product for Asset Management at ION, shared his insights on the topic with Mike Scott at FT Adviser. He highlighted that EU regulations, including the EU taxonomy and corporate sustainability directives, will continue driving sustainable investment. He added that investor demand for allocating capital to sustainability initiatives remains strong, though there may be a shift from funds launched under a broad ‘ESG’ label to more targeted investment vehicles. Read the article here. https://lnkd.in/eeWqFjDS #SustainableInvesting #NetZero #ESG

The latest episode of Quick Takes focuses on cross currency basis futures. The team explores these futures, along with their potential to enhance market transparency and complement other financial instruments. 🎧 Tune in today for this brief 10-minute segment! https://lnkd.in/eEA3gTQp