Financial derivatives news

Here are some recent news articles and updates on financial derivatives:

Regulatory Updates

• The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has proposed new rules to regulate the use of derivatives by hedge funds and other institutional investors. (Source: Bloomberg)
• The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has published a consultation paper on the use of derivatives by retail investors, proposing stricter rules to protect investors from excessive risk-taking. (Source: Financial Times)

Market Trends

• The global derivatives market has reached a record high, with notional value exceeding $600 trillion. (Source: Reuters)
• The use of derivatives by corporations has increased, with companies using them to hedge against commodity price risks and manage foreign exchange exposure. (Source: The Wall Street Journal)
• The popularity of exchange-traded derivatives (ETDs) has grown, with ETDs now accounting for over 20% of the global derivatives market. (Source: Bloomberg)

Product Developments

• The Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) has launched a new cryptocurrency futures contract, allowing investors to bet on the future price of Bitcoin. (Source: CoinDesk)
• The Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) has launched a new derivatives platform for trading energy and agricultural commodities. (Source: Reuters)
• The Singapore Exchange (SGX) has launched a new derivatives contract for trading Indian rupee-denominated bonds. (Source: The Business Times)

Risk Management

• A recent study by the Bank for International Settlements (BIS) has found that the use of derivatives can increase systemic risk in the financial system. (Source: BIS)
• The International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) has published a report on the use of derivatives by financial institutions, highlighting the need for better risk management practices. (Source: IOSCO)
• A recent survey by the Global Financial Markets Association (GFMA) has found that 70% of financial institutions are using derivatives to manage risk, but many are struggling to accurately value their derivatives portfolios. (Source: GFMA)

Industry Insights

• A recent report by the derivatives research firm, Coalition, has found that the use of derivatives by hedge funds has increased, with hedge funds now accounting for over 20% of the global derivatives market. (Source: Coalition)
• The derivatives industry is facing a shortage of skilled professionals, with many firms struggling to find qualified traders and risk managers. (Source: Financial News)
• The use of artificial intelligence and machine learning in derivatives trading is becoming increasingly popular, with many firms using these technologies to improve risk management and trading decisions. (Source: The Financial Times)