Future of Derivatives Clearing

Derivatives clearing businesses face the same pressures – even more so – as other banking business lines. Profitability must be increased, capital must be utilized effectively, risks must be better managed, and client service must be improved – all in the face of continuing regulatory pressure.

If FCMs are to embark on a new path of business sustainability and returns to growth, post-trade is the area where change can have the greatest positive impact for an FCM. The greatest gains in performance, transparency, control (operational and cost) and customer service all come from addressing the current state of post-trade – moving to operational models supported by technologies commensurate with the front office.