During the past month, there have been significant development in the capital markets industry as it relates to around-the-clock trading, regulatory reporting, product diversification and further globalization of our financial markets. … READ MORE >
Financial services
Market minute: Concern over government shutdown showing up in money markets
The one-month T-bill rate of 4.29% is now below the 4.30% three-month rate and about to breach the Federal Reserve’s repo-facility award rate of 4.25%. … READ MORE >
February capital markets roundup: Blockchain, digital assets, strategic partnerships
Blockchain, digital assets, client experience and strategic partnerships were prominent themes for the capital markets industry in February. These trends will continue to be a driving force when capital markets organizations are determining their strategies and operations. … READ MORE >
Volatility in markets: Hedging risk in an era of growing uncertainty
It is clear that volatility in interest rates, bond yields and foreign exchange markets will accelerate and that firms will need to consider ways to hedge that volatility. … READ MORE >
4 key themes from Bank Director’s Acquire or Be Acquired 2025 conference
Bank Director’s 2025 Acquire or Be Acquired conference in January brought professionals from financial institutions together for an update on the economic landscape and to identify opportunities for growth and innovation. … READ MORE >
Diversified trading, AI, client engagement: Early 2025 trends for capital markets organizations
The financial services industry is in a transformative phase, as shown by these developments in risk management, client engagement, technology and artificial intelligence upgrades. … READ MORE >
Asset management firms are optimistic on Q3 earnings calls as private asset demand rises
Firms mostly focused on increasing inflows and fee revenues, as well as growing their assets under management in Q3; some even reported the best results in their history. … READ MORE >
Fed loan officer survey shows CRE standards continue to tighten
The tightened lending standards stem from an increase in funding costs and the increase in the loan-to-value ratios that we’ve seen across the nation. … READ MORE >
Key trends from Q1 2024 asset management earnings calls
A competitive fundraising environment, shifting retirement income needs, continued private credit demand and economic headwinds are continuing to shape the landscape for asset managers. … READ MORE >
One year later: 5 areas of regulatory focus since 2023 bank failures
In the aftermath of the liquidity-related bank failures in March 2023, regulatory agencies and leaders have released numerous statements, including reviews of the failures, updates on supervisory expectations and calls for additional regulation. … READ MORE >