Press Releases

COVID-19 Crisis Adds New Variable To Debate Over Revisions To MIFID-II Equity Market Structure

April 30, 2020

Amid the unprecedented volatility sparked by the COVID-19 crisis, European regulators are watching the region’s financial market infrastructure closely to see how it performs under extreme stress.

Amid COVID-19 Crisis, Who Will Institutional Investors Turn To For Advice

April 28, 2020

Although it’s usually investment consultants who give advice to their clients, institutional investors have some advice of their own for consultants competing for their business.

Up To 24 Million Small Businesses Waiting For Paycheck Protection Program Loans

April 17, 2020

With Congress deadlocked on a second round of funding, it’s unclear how and when these companies will receive money intended to help them stay in business and pay worker salaries.

Which Banks are Best in Volatile FX Markets?

April 16, 2020

The massive spike in volatility due to the COVID-19 pandemic and a nearly unprecedented climb in the value of the dollar has left market participants scrambling for cover.

Technology is Creating, Not Replacing, Job Opportunities on the Trading Desk

April 14, 2020

Although workers in most industries are worried about having their jobs replaced by technology, the vast majority of financial  professionals  in capital markets say technology has actually enhanced their careers. 

Understanding The Facts From Small Businesses On The Paycheck Protection Program

April 13, 2020

Problems with the application process for SBA loans have shaken companies’ confidence that the new Paycheck Protection Program will deliver the funding they need in time to survive the COVID-19 crisis. 

Social Distancing Boosts Digital in Asian Corporate Banking

April 13, 2020

In the same way that COVID-19 social distancing rules have fueled an explosion in the use of video meeting, remote work requirements are triggering a huge spike in demand for digital banking services among companies across Asia. 

More Than 80% of Small Businesses Applying For SBA Paycheck Protection Loans

April 9, 2020

More than 80% of the 415 small businesses ($1-$10MM) surveyed by Greenwich Associates this week have applied for a loan under the SBA’s new Paycheck Protection Program. That volume represents a massive challenge that could threaten to overwhelm both the banks that will manage these applications, and the pool of funds allocated for these loans by the U.S Congress. 

Beyond Emerging Market Allocations: Institutional Investors Signal a Shift to Dedicated China Equity Investments

April 7, 2020

Institutional investors are planning to modify their approach to China public equity allocations. 

Algos in FX: Slow Start, Massive Potential

March 31, 2020

Although algorithmic trading has been slower to gain traction in foreign exchange than in equities and other classes, it will continue to capture volume in FX.