FIA filed comments with the US Securities and Exchange Commission responding to ICE Clear Credit's proposed US Treasury clearing rules. The letter commends ICC for its efforts to expand its clearing services to the U.S. Treasury market and recommends refinements to certain aspects of the proposed rules to ensure predictability and clarity for clearing firms and market participants that will participate on ICC's platform, once approved.
CONTINUE READINGEPTA has joined with EFAMA and Adamantia in authoring a set of recommendations on what is needed to ensure a successful consolidated tape for equities and exchange-traded funds. A well-functioning tape will help investors make better-informed decisions, tying in with the goals of the Savings and Investment Union.
CONTINUE READINGWith profound sadness, the FIA team announces the loss of our beloved colleague, Corinna Schempp. No words can express our sorrow and grief. For 11 years, Corinna filled our days with energy, excitement and, of course, zeal for her German heritage.
CONTINUE READINGFIA announced the startups chosen to exhibit in the 2025 Innovators Pavilion, FIA's annual showcase for fintech startups relevant to derivatives trading and clearing. The startups were selected by an independent committee of industry experts drawn from FIA member firms as well as venture capital firms focused on capital markets.
CONTINUE READINGThe pace of change is undoubtedly quickening in our markets. We must have a regulatory structure that can keep up with the markets.
CONTINUE READINGEPTA, along with nine other Trade Associations, seek delay to EMIR 3.0 7(d) reporting until the corresponding regulatory technical standards and implementing technical standards are applicable.
CONTINUE READINGWorldwide volume of exchange-traded derivatives reached 10.96 billion contracts in September. This increased 13.4% from August 2025 but decreased 45.2% from September 2024.
CONTINUE READINGFive years ago, FIA welcomed nine technology startups from around the world to its annual Innovators Pavilion, a showcase held each November at FIA’s Futures and Options Expo in Chicago. We check back in on some of the companies for an update.
CONTINUE READINGFIA’s quarterly review of volume and open interest on derivatives exchanges worldwide. This webinar provides insights into trends in trading activity in the global listed derivatives markets for the year to date, with spotlights on the evolution of credit futures, liquidity in US Treasury futures, and growth in short-dated options.
CONTINUE READINGThis 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.
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