Press Releases

Surveillance Technology Helps Firms Manage Volatility, Work From Home But Also Produces Tidal Wave of “False Positives”

May 12, 2020

Among the myriad challenges facing trading desks during the COVID-19 crisis is managing the huge number of “false positive” warnings from trade surveillance systems, triggered by massive swings in financial markets. 

Many Small And Mid-Sized Businesses Likely To Switch Banks After PPP Frustrations

May 12, 2020

As problems with the application process for Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans have subsided, banks should start bracing for another massive wave of unintended consequences. 

Can U.S. Banks’ European Expansion Survive COVID-19?

May 4, 2020

Among the myriad ways the COVID-19 crisis will reshape the global economy, the pandemic could alter the trajectory of the European corporate banking market. 

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.