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EquiLend Spire: Reinventing the Securities Finance Landscape with Tech Innovation
Discover how EquiLend Spire can revolutionize your securities finance business processes. Read more to learn about its comprehensive modules and functionality.
DataLend: Securities Lending Revenue in 2023 Reached Modern Record of $10.7 Billion, Up 8.6% Over 2022
The global securities finance industry generated $10.7 billion in revenue for lenders in 2023, according to DataLend, the market data service of fintech EquiLend. The figure represents a record high since DataLend began recording annual revenue a decade ago.
SEC Rule 10c-1a: Exploring its Purpose, Scope and the Legal Challenge to its Implementation
In our latest analytical piece, we explore the purpose, scope and legal challenges surrounding the implementation of SEC Rule 10c-1a while diving into how EquiLend’s ecosystem of solutions is uniquely positioned to help the market comply with 10c-1a’s reporting requirements.
Monthly Securities Finance Market Review: November 2023
EquiLend’s Mike Norwood, Head of Trading Solutions, shares his monthly market review for securities finance, highlighting trends seen throughout November.
DataLend: November 2023 Securities Lending Revenue Down 4% YoY to $781 Million
The global securities finance industry generated $781 million in revenue for lenders in November 2023, according to DataLend, the market data service of fintech EquiLend. The figure represents a 4% decrease from the $811 million generated in November 2022.
ORBISA ON CAVA
Orbisa insights dives into Cava Group (CAVA), operators of the popular fast-casual Mediterranean restaurant chain.
Monthly Securities Finance Market Review: October 2023
EquiLend’s Mike Norwood, Head of Trading Solutions, shares his monthly market review for securities finance, highlighting trends seen throughout October.
Orbisa on Finnair
Orbisa explores Finnair, the majority state-owned and largest airline in Finland, which has seen a significant increase in lending activity in recent weeks.
Accelerated Settlement: Evaluating Preparations for T+1 in the U.S. and Canada
At the recent Sibos Conference in Toronto, EquiLend’s Mike Norwood, Head of Trading Solutions, participated in a roundtable with Securities Finance Times to discuss the imminent launch of T+1 settlement and how firms can start preparing now.
DataLend: October 2023 Securities Lending Revenue Down 4% YoY to $751 Million
The global securities finance industry generated $751 million in revenue for lenders in October 2023, according to DataLend, the market data service of fintech EquiLend. The figure represents a 4% decrease from the $781 million generated in October 2022.
Data & Analytics – DataLend’s New User Interface
The new and improved Data & Analytics User Interface has been designed with client feedback in mind, delivering a user-friendly UI which provides access to more data than ever before.
Supporting Regulation With Real-Time Data
In the decade since DataLend launched, the regulatory landscape of the securities finance industry has changed dramatically with MIFID I and II, CSDR and SFTR adding greater transparency across the sector.
Asia-Pacific: Q3 Performance YoY
The APAC region has been a hot topic for the securities lending industry for many years, with markets in the region being characterized by varying tax treatments, settlement requirements, collateral margins, and short selling restrictions.
Will IPOs Return as a Feature of the Stock Lending Playbook?
A sleepy IPO market is beginning to stir; DataLend looks at the impacts of IPOs in securities lending.
EquiLend Statement on SEC Rule 10c-1 Announcement
EquiLend notes that the SEC approved Rule 10c-1 and its securities lending reporting framework.
Monthly Securities Finance Market Review: September 2023
EquiLend’s Head of Trading Solutions, Mike Norwood, shares his monthly market review for securities finance with some change of pace for September trading after a hot summer for markets.
1Source: Reconciliations and Transaction Breaks a Thing of the Past? As Featured in Securities Finance Times
In today’s Securities Finance Times RMA issue, EquiLend’s Ken DeGiglio, Chief Information Officer, reflects on the journey of EquiLend’s transformative 1Source initiative and the efficiencies it’s bringing to the marketplace by eliminating reconciliations for securities lending transactions.
Orbisa on KMW Inc
Orbisa dives into KMW Inc (KS), a Korean IT company specializing in the manufacturing and distribution of wireless communication equipment, which recently experienced a 17-fold increase in its average trading volume since the beginning of September.
The Numbers Behind Tokenization: The ValueExchange
In a recent discussion with The ValueExchange and Digital Asset, EquiLend’s Ken DeGiglio, Chief Information Officer, dives into the details of EquiLend’s 1Source initiative.
DataLend: Securities Lending Revenue Rose 1% Year-Over-Year to $2.65 Billion in Q3 2023
The global securities finance industry generated $2.65 billion in revenue for lenders in the third quarter of 2023, according to DataLend, the market data service of fintech EquiLend. The figure represents a 1% increase from the $2.63 billion generated in Q3 2022.
EquiLend’s Mantle on How T+1 is Being Managed: Finadium
EquiLend’s Gabi Mantle, Head of Post-Trade Solutions, sat down with Finadium to discuss the imminent launch of T+1 and how firms are gearing up for the change ahead of May 2024.
10c-1 is Approaching: What Should the Market Expect?
EquiLend’s Kevin McNulty, Head of RegTech Solutions, reflects on speculation around the proposed SEC 10c-1 rule while considering the impact on markets and liquidity.
SFTR and SEC Rule 10c-1: Two Roads to the Same Destination
In our latest insight piece, we explore the impacts of the Securities Financing Transaction Regulation (SFTR) in the EU and UK, and the potential implementation of mandatory reporting for securities lending transactions in the U.S. under the proposed SEC 10c-1 rule.
ORBISA ON ASENSUS SURGICAL
In our latest analytical piece, Orbisa explores Asensus Surgical (ASXC), a medical device company that recently saw a jump in stock price following a September 7 collaboration announcement with NVIDIA (NVDA).
Monthly Securities Finance Market Review: August 2023
EquiLend’s Head of Trading Solutions, Mike Norwood, shares his monthly market review for securities finance with some surprises for August trading.
DLT-Based EquiLend 1Source Pilot Kicks Off With Broad Industry Participation
EquiLend, the global technology, data and analytics company for the securities finance industry, today announced that the pilot of the distributed ledger technology (DLT) based EquiLend 1Source has successfully commenced.
DataLend: August 2023 Securities Lending Revenue Up 8% YoY to $945 Million
The global securities finance industry generated $945 million in revenue for lenders in August 2023, according to DataLend, the market data service of fintech EquiLend. The figure represents an 8% increase from the $878 million generated in August 2022.
WeWork’s Warning Turns Short-Sellers’ Attention to Commercial Real Estate Sector
The well-documented rise and tumultuous fall of WeWork (WE) is potentially concluding with the co-working company releasing a statement on August 15 warning investors that it had “substantial doubt” regarding its ability to remain solvent among the precarious commercial real-estate environment and mounting losses.
SSImple Powers EquiLend’s SSI Repository and Management Solution
SSImple, a SaaS DLT platform that aims to fundamentally change the way standing settlement instructions (SSIs) are stored, shared, and enriched across the financial services industry, today announced it has partnered with the global securities finance technology firm EquiLend to power an enhanced SSI repository and management solution.
ORBISA ON SCIENTECH
Orbisa dives into Scientech Corporation, a Taiwanese manufacturer of silicon wafers, whose loan activity has been on the rise throughout Q3, with actively lent shares increasing from 603K to 1.8 million to date.
Digital Transformation: Solutions with Substance for Securities Finance: Global Investor Securities Finance Asia Pacific Guide 2023
EquiLend’s Andrew McCardle, Head of EquiLend Asia, sat down with Global Investor Group to discuss the role of digital transformation in the ever-evolving securities finance landscape while reflecting on EquiLend’s pivotal role in the early days of digital transformation 22 years ago.
ORBISA ON ATOS SE
In our latest analytical piece, Orbisa explores European multinational IT firm Atos SE, which saw its share price crater following a July 28 disclosure where cash flow figures fell below expectations.
EquiLend Launches Risk Resolution Suite for Securities Finance Market
EquiLend, the global technology, data and analytics company for the securities finance industry, has released a brand-new Risk Resolution Suite (R2S) designed to streamline the recalls, returns and settlement process for securities lending market participants.
Monthly Securities Finance Market Review: July 2023
EquiLend’s Mike Norwood, Head of Trading Solutions, gives his take on trading data and market movements seen throughout the month of July.
Are We Ready for the Future Now? Going Beyond T+1: Global Investor Securities Finance Americas Guide 2023
In a recent interview with Global Investor Group, EquiLend’s Gabi Mantle, Head of Post-Trade Solutions, reflects on the proposed SEC 10c-1 rule and the move to T+1 settlement while highlighting EquiLend’s complete T+1 solution, designed to increase speed at every touchpoint throughout the entire trade lifecycle with increased automation across the board.
DataLend: July 2023 Securities Lending Revenue Up 1% YoY to $943 Million
The global securities finance industry generated $943 million in revenue for lenders in July 2023, according to DataLend, the market data service of fintech EquiLend. The figure represents a 1% increase from the $938 million generated in July 2022.
ORBISA ON MOELIS & COMPANY
In our latest analytical piece, Orbisa explores investment bank Moelis & Company (MC), showing a significant increase in lending activity in recent weeks.
The Evolution of the Beneficial Owner: Global Investor Beneficial Owners Guide 2023
EquiLend’s Dimitri Arlando, Head of Data & Analytics Solutions EMEA & APAC, sat down with Global Investor Group to discuss the facts, figures and trends seen throughout 2022, the evolution of beneficial owners and more.
In a Turbulent H1 2023, Securities Lending Market Outperforms
As the second quarter concludes, we can reflect on an eventful first half of 2023 marked by a banking crisis, a resurgence in meme stock activity and persistent interest rate hikes to battle global inflation.
What Agent Lenders and Beneficial Owners Should Look for When Analyzing Securities Lending Performance
Standards and accuracy are important factors in any data offering, but especially when using this data to measure performance and understand revenue relative to peers.