Press Releases

Greenwich Associates Study Finds Trading Convertibles on Electronic Platforms Can Cut Spreads in Half

May 14, 2020

Given the attractiveness of convertible bonds to companies with high borrowing costs and volatile stock prices, investors should expect a surge in convertibles issuance in the post COVID-19 world.

Data Analytics - Not Just for Investment Teams Anymore

May 13, 2020

Asset managers are using analytics to create a competitive advantage in the sales process. 

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. 

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. 

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.