Search
Showing 5019 results
EPTA responds to FCA on SI regime for bonds and derivatives plus equity markets
EPTA has responded to the Financial Conduct Authority regarding its consultation paper on the SI regime for bonds and derivatives, including a discussion paper on equity markets (CP 25/20).
CONTINUE READINGCCP Tracker update - Q1 2025 highlights
FIA has updated its CCP Tracker visualizations with data from the first quarter.
CONTINUE READINGJune 2025 stats on customer funds held at US FCMs
The total amount of customer funds in futures accounts at US FCMs reached a record $395.7 billion in June, up 1.4% from the previous month and up 24.1% over the last 12 months. The number of FCMs holding customer funds in futures accounts was recorded at 50 in June, up from 49 year ago but down from 53 five years ago.
CONTINUE READINGMarketVoice Podcast - Mark Calabria, Associate Director, US Office of Management and Budget
Walt Lukken sat down with Mark Calabria at the White House Office of Management and Budget offices in the Eisenhower Executive Office Building. Mark serves as Associate Director at OMB, along with being detailed to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and serving as Chief Statistician of the United States in an interim role. They discussed the role OMB plays in setting federal regulations, the Trump administration's efforts to provide regulatory relief, regulating crypto and, given his long career in housing, Mark shared sage advice for those looking to purchase their first home.
CONTINUE READINGFIA responds to ESMA on simplifying regulatory reporting requirements in the EU
FIA has responded to the European Securities and Markets Authority’s Call for Evidence seeking industry input on simplifying regulatory reporting requirements in the European Union. FIA highlights industry concerns with current requirements and provide ways in which the burden on market participants can be reduced without impacting the quality and usability of data used by regulatory authorities for the oversight of systemic risk and the detection of market abuse.
CONTINUE READINGFIA PTG Position Paper - Regulation NMS: A Renewed Call for Reform
FIA Principal Traders Group advocates for targeted reforms to Regulation NMS, addressing its impact on costs, best execution, venue proliferation and the generation of complex order types. As feared at the time of adoption, these provisions have led to unimaginable increases in cost and complexity as a result of venue and order type proliferation as well as a narrow interpretation of best execution.
CONTINUE READINGCFTC withdraws “duplicative and unnecessary” proposed rulemakings
The US Commodity Futures Trading Commission last week withdrew proposed guidance and rulemaking in several areas as it seeks to align with the US administration’s goal of simplifying regulation and reducing burdens on market participants.
CONTINUE READINGFIA responds to Senate Banking RFI on market structure legislation
The Senate Banking Committee published its version of proposed legislation on market structure and digital assets and issued a request for information. FIA has responded with its views, including commentary on the role of the CFTC, the importance of market intermediaries, and other topics.
CONTINUE READINGExpo: Easterly warns AI and quantum are reshaping cyber risk
Former US cybersecurity chief Jen Easterly cautions that AI and quantum computing are accelerating cyber threats and urges a swift shift to resilient, secure systems.
CONTINUE READINGFIA announces 2026 Hall of Fame inductees
FIA has announced the names of six new members of the FIA Hall of Fame. The new members will be honored at an awards ceremony during FIA's 51st International Futures Industry Conference in Boca Raton, Florida, on 8-11 March 2026.
CONTINUE READING