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Viewpoint: Crossing the river by feeling for stones
China's commodity futures markets rank among the world's largest in terms of both the volume of trading and the range of commodities that are traded. The success of these markets creates a tremendous pool of liquidity for Chinese and foreign companies that need to hedge their risks. But there's a problem – access to those markets is quite challenging for commodity traders and end-users in other parts of the world.
CONTINUE READINGFIA responds to ESMA consultation on CCP participation requirements
FIA has responded to the European Securities and Markets Authority's consultation on EMIR 3.0 draft regulatory technical standards on the elements to be considered when EU central counterparties define participation requirements. The response highlights the need for CCPs to assess clearing members based on the actual risks they pose, rather than relying on entity type or licensing status as proxies for risk. In particular, the response distinguishes between regulated non-bank financial clearing members and non-financial counterparties that typically clear to hedge commercial exposures and do not provide financial services.
CONTINUE READINGFIA and EPTA submit response to FCA AI Input Zone consultation
FIA and FIA EPTA have submitted a joint response to the FCA’s AI Input Zone consultation seeking stakeholder views on current and future uses of artificial intelligence in UK financial services, barriers to adopting AI applications, and the regulatory framework governing the use of AI within financial markets.
CONTINUE READINGCommodities 101: From Physical to Futures
Commodities 101 is a foundational course designed to introduce you to the world of commodities (both physical and futures) and how they're traded. This comprehensive introductory course demystifies the world of commodities by exploring their structure, market dynamics, key participants, and the tools used to manage risk and gain exposure.
CONTINUE READINGClearing 101: Safeguards for the Futures Market
Whether you're a futures industry professional, commercial hedger, fund manager or professional trader, it is important to understand the critical role that clearing plays in reducing the risk of counterparty default, guaranteeing the financial performance of all contracts and safeguarding customer funds.
CONTINUE READINGFIA EPTA responds to call for evidence on the Savings and Investments Union
The FIA European Principal Traders Association has provided input to the European Commission's call for evidence on the functioning and impact of the Savings and Investments Union. FIA EPTA's submission incorporates by reference its 2024 policy recommendations, titled Tide of Change: Enhancing Liquidity Provision to the European Economy.
CONTINUE READINGFIA New Member Profile – Texas Stock Exchange
Texas Stock Exchange (TXSE), based in Dallas, received SEC approval in September 2025 to operate as a national securities exchange and is on track to launch trading, exchange-traded products and corporate listings in 2026. The new exchange is backed by major financial firms, including JP Morgan, Bank of America, BlackRock, Citadel Securities, Charles Schwab and Goldman Sachs. TXSE will serve US-based and international issuers, investors and market participants.
CONTINUE READINGFIA New Member Profile – TS Imagine
TS Imagine is a global, multi-asset SaaS platform offering portfolio and risk management, electronic trading and prime brokerage solutions for the buy- and sell-side. Many of the world’s leading financial institutions use TS Imagine’s platform to manage their risk exposure and make better trading decisions across derivatives, equities, fixed income and other asset classes, cutting complexity and driving efficiency.
CONTINUE READINGFIA Forum Paris: Panellists urge EU-wide supervision, discuss EMIR 3.0 hurdles
Regulators and market leaders debated the merits of centralised supervision in the EU, challenges in implementing EMIR 3.0, and the UK’s approach to systemically important clearinghouses, among other topics, at FIA’s forum in Paris.
CONTINUE READINGFIA responds to ECB consultation on extension of T2 operating hours
FIA appreciates the opportunity to provide feedback to the European Central Bank (ECB) Consultation Paper on the extension of T2 (formerly TARGET 2) operating hours. In the short term, FIA Members suggest moving to a 23 hours / 5 days a week T2 payment settlement model for use on a voluntary basis, with the T2 closing window being reduced to one hour.
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