Banks, broker-dealers, asset managers and other participants in the US Treasury market are scrambling to comply with a regulatory mandate to step up their use of central clearing. The adoption of central clearing will require market participants to implement a host of changes to their processes, systems and counterparty relationships.
CONTINUE READINGAnatomy of a Futures Brokerage Firm offers an inside look at how futures brokerage firms are structured. It explores the role and responsibilities of the Front, Middle and Back Offices, as well as the cross-functional teams—Legal, Compliance, Risk Management, and Financial Management that advise, monitor, and support them.
CONTINUE READINGThis course provides an in-depth explanation of the different versions of the FIA International Uniform Give-Up Agreement, what it covers, clarifies the roles and obligations of each party, and illustrates the Give-Up Agreement workflow. Interactive scenarios offer practical ways to troubleshoot everyday issues.
CONTINUE READINGLong used offshore, this novel product has arrived in the US. In May 2026, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission adopted a policy statement opening the door to the listing of these contracts on US exchanges. Learn more about perpetual futures and why they are so popular.
CONTINUE READINGSeries 3 PassMaster is a 2-part exam prep software. The Tutorial is a "flash card" section that uses Q&A to test your knowledge by topic area and level of difficulty. After responding to a question, you receive instant feedback with an explanatory answer and rationale. The Exam Simulator offers an unlimited number of timed tests. It mimics the format of the Series 3 Exam with results scored like the actual test.
CONTINUE READINGOur most popular set helps build your confidence for test day! The set includes Futures and Options and U.S. Futures Regulation plus PassMaster online flash cards and practice exam. This blended learning set provides an excellent way to learn as well as test your knowledge and retention of important concepts and regulations.
CONTINUE READINGThe European Commission intends to propose empowering the European Securities and Markets Authority as the central supervisor for the EU’s most significant cross-border entities – including central counterparties, central securities depositories, large trading venues and crypto exchanges. The formal proposal is expected in the coming weeks. If ESMA is to assume direct supervision, its governance framework will need to evolve in step with its expanded mandate.
CONTINUE READINGWhether you’re preparing for the Series 3 exam, building a career in the industry, or simply need a stronger grasp of the futures and options markets for your role, this two-book set is an essential resource. Futures and Options—written by market practitioners—blends theory with real-world insights, while U.S. Futures Regulation clarifies how derivatives regulations are applied in practice.
CONTINUE READINGA basic guide for knowledge seekers wishing to understand the markets, players, products and regulatory structure. Our guide offers an overview on how markets work and how the products they trade are used to solve real-world problems. The guide includes a glossary of definitions and industry jargon.
CONTINUE READINGA practical application of U.S. derivatives regulations that serves as desk reference and a study manual for the regulation portion for the Series 3 exam, and the Series 32 exam for current professionals of the UK & Canada who must meet U.S. proficiency requirements.
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