US Elections Could Spur More Demands on Infrastructure
Market volatility prompted by the uncertainty of the US elections could push market data rates to new records, once again testing firms’ trading infrastructure.
How Chi-X Has Changed Australia’s Market Landscape
Chi-X Australia’s competition with the Australian Securities Exchange results in savings to traders through lower fees and price improvement.
Singapore Exchange Links Traders to Diverse APAC Products
The Singapore Exchange (SGX)’s global exchange partnerships and innovative products are designed to attract global investors who want to access Asian markets.
Profiling Japannext: Japan’s Largest PTS Trading Venue
Japannext is the prevailing proprietary trading system in Japan. We explain its equity markets, trading hours, and market microstructure.
How Hong Kong’s Stamp Duty Impacts Trading on HKEX
Hong Kong levies a 0.2% stamp duty on all share transfers, split between buyer and seller. Firms trading on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange must plan for it.
Volatility’s Effect on Market Data Rates
The extreme volatility of the past few weeks has dramatically impacted market data rates, but not in ways that you would expect.
Achieving Ultra-Low Latency in Trading Infrastructure
This article outlines common technology, networking, and trading strategy decisions needed to achieve ultra-low latency.
The Consolidated Tape: Get to Know NYSE’s CTA Feeds
The Consolidated Tape Association’s quote and trade feeds provide an affordable source of top-of-book market data. Here’s your easy guide to using them.
Understanding the Impact of Options Market Data Costs
The true costs of options are not reflected in the low exchange fees. This article outlines the infrastructure and network costs of options market data.
What Can High Open Interest Indicate About Options?
Open interest is a valuable indicator for trend direction and strength in the options market. It also can help traders save with the OPRA feed.