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Retail-focused precious metals derivatives trading surges, outpacing institutional growth
Retail investors fuelled a sharp rise in trading activity across precious metals derivatives in 2025, while institutional benchmark futures contracts saw comparatively muted growth.
CONTINUE READINGFIA responds to CFTC retail DCO request with suggestion for simplified regulatory approach
FIA invites the CFTC to consider a modified regime for fully collateralized and pre-funded clearing models, including those catering to retail traders.
CONTINUE READINGTokenization Basics
Interest in tokenization of real-world assets is accelerating—and the futures industry is taking notice. This Get Smart session introduces the fundamentals of tokenization and explores current and potential applications in futures markets. It offers insights you need to engage in the tokenization conversation and understand how it might apply to your role or organization.
CONTINUE READINGFIA New Member Profile – TransMarket Group
Founded in 1980, TransMarket Group (TMG) is a privately held global proprietary trading firm headquartered in Chicago, with additional offices in Puerto Rico and Switzerland.
CONTINUE READINGFIA announces 2026 President’s Award winners
FIA today announced the winners of its President's Award, an annual honour that recognizes outstanding individuals for their contributions to the global cleared derivatives industry over the past year.
CONTINUE READINGProtection of customer funds - frequently asked questions
This document, first issued in February 2012, has been prepared by members of the FIA Law and Compliance Division and contains questions and answers addressing the basics of (i) segregation, collateral management and investments, (ii) minimum financial and other requirements for futures commission merchants (FCMs) and joint FCM/broker-dealers, and (iii) derivatives clearing organization (DCO) guarantee funds.
CONTINUE READINGFIA responds to ESMA consultation on clearing fees and associated costs disclosure requirements
FIA has submitted a response to the European Securities and Markets Authority’s consultation paper on clearing fees and associated costs information under the European Market Infrastructure Regulation (EMIR 3.0). FIA cautions against the proposed requirements on clearing service providers, which are duplicative, and suggests an alternative approach.
CONTINUE READINGFIA responds to ESMA consultation on margin transparency requirements
FIA has responded to the European Securities and Markets Authority’s consultation on margin transparency requirements, urging the regulator not to mandate overly prescriptive requirements for clearing member firms, particularly those that do not apply their own margin models but simply pass through clearinghouses’ margin requirements to clients.
CONTINUE READINGFIA cautions ESMA on overly prescriptive margin transparency rules for clearing firms
FIA has responded to the European Securities and Markets Authority’s consultation on margin transparency requirements, urging the regulator not to mandate overly prescriptive requirements for clearing member firms, particularly those that do not apply their own margin models but pass through clearinghouses’ margin requirements to clients.
CONTINUE READINGFIA responds to SEBI closing auction session proposal
FIA has submitted comments to the Securities and Exchange Board of India on its proposal to introduce a closing auction session in the equity cash segment. FIA welcomes SEBI’s initiative as an important step in bringing India’s market structure closer to global best practices.
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