The retail wealth management industry is undergoing a fundamental demographic transformation, as the average age rises for both financial advisors and their clients. This seismic shift is already impacting the industry, with advisors and wealth...

Europe’s domestic banks are increasingly at risk of losing ground in trade finance to larger regional and global banks that are winning over corporate clients with a powerful combination of broad global networks, innovative digital platforms,...

As retail investors poured back into bonds in late 2022, and the percentage of those bonds held directly grew from 32% at the end of 2021 to 51%—their highest level since early 2013—the market began to debate if a structural shift had occurred. This...

Professionals at buy-side firms are demanding technological advances and new cutting-edge tools to gain an advantage in the front office. Among a long list of new developments, workflow automation and interoperability stand out as top priorities...

The U.S. Treasury central limit order book (CLOB) has been a cornerstone of the U.S. Treasury market for three decades, providing a platform for buyers and sellers to trade with anonymity, firm prices and instant execution.

Customization is a critical component of asset management success. Institutions are increasingly seeking tailored solutions to meet their unique needs. Asset managers must balance customization with operational efficiency to remain competitive. Our...

1H25 Coalition Index Investment Banking revenues rose 13.3% YoY.

Transaction Banking revenues remained stable in 1H25, with unchanged performance in Cash Management, and a marginal increase in Trade Finance following the recovery in Trade activity.

Securities Services Index Revenues increased during 1H25 driven by growth in both Fees and Net interest income.

A healthy derivatives market is an important element to Japan’s plan to become a global leader in asset management.