A good broker can transform an equity trader’s day. They’re not just order-takers, they’re problem-solvers, partners and sometimes even advisors. But reaching that level of trust and understanding requires give and take. Communication is key—and sometimes, that means having tough conversations. To spark a healthy dialogue, we surveyed 40 U.S. buy-side traders about what they wish their brokers understood better about their daily grind.
OTC derivatives volume increased 6% in 2014.
Projected equity commissions increased over the past 12 months.
For the 12 months ended mid-February 2015, the pool of U.S. cash equity commissions decreased about 5% from $10.34 billion to an estimated $9.78 billion.
Trades of small/mid-cap securities made up a larger portion of the total commission wallet over the past 12 months.
U.S.-based Equity investors report fluctuating commissions as of Q1 2015.
Projected equity commissions decreased over the past 12 months.
Total portfolio trading volume increased 31% over the past 12 months.
For 12 months ended Q1 2015, the pool of Canadian cash equity commissions t increased 13% from an estimated $605 million up to $685 million.
Use of Commissions Management Programs by U.S. equity investors unchanged over the past 12 months.
U.S. equity trading dollar volume executed via electronic decreased 4% as of Q1 2015.
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