Articles by Emma Siponmaa
UK’s benchmark rewrite threatens access to Asia NDF fixings
Key offshore rates likely to fall in scope of new regime, potentially pushing them out of bounds
SocGen FX forwards trading rockets with US fund managers
Counterparty Radar: Surge in French bank’s FX forward volumes propels it to second spot in Q1 2026
How electronic quoting could jolt gilts back to life
While UK government bond market stagnates, Italy boosts on-venue trading with dealer incentives. Should London take a leaf from Rome’s bookrunners?
Europe ‘lagging behind’ US in crypto markets
Mica made Europe first mover, but rapid US adoption leaves the region trailing, market participants say
Doubts swirl over future of FX cartel case
Group of banks accused of manipulation have filed for the class action to be dismissed
Market-makers give mixed verdict as CME Spot+ turns one
Traders encouraged by depth of liquidity despite wider spreads and passive performance qualms
An eye on API: bilateral FX takes hold with some asset managers
Long-term savings in trading costs are tempting buy-siders to explore direct connectivity with liquidity providers
People: Mizuho trader exodus, Citi AI head departs, and more
Latest job changes across the industry
smartTrade eyes role as direct streaming linchpin
Vendor plans to tap growing demand for direct API trading solutions across asset classes
Two fund managers behind surge in ETF options
Counterparty Radar: New data shows notional for the instrument rivals that of equity index options
Banks eye cost cuts ahead of RateStream Treasuries push
FX SpotStream’s move into rates seen as both fee-saver and potential boost to streaming execution
MTS eyes 2027 launch for dealer-to-client swaps trading
Plans for US Sef licence could address missing piece in defunct WeMatch swaps tie-up