HSBC executes first trade under enhanced offshore bond connect repo scheme
Bank supports cross-currency repo transactions and collateral reuse as Hong Kong deepens connectivity with global markets.
Securities Finance
EquiLend introduces AI assistant for faster access to securities finance intelligence
New chat-based tool helps users navigate EquiLend’s market research and published insights, including The Purple.
Standard Chartered joins HQLAx for collateral mobility
Bank adopts digital registry to support securities lending and internal collateral movements across APAC and EMEA.
ECB to introduce climate risk buffer in collateral framework
‘Climate factor’ will apply to marketable assets issued by non-financial corporates from 2026, aimed at enhancing resilience of monetary policy operations.
EquiLend acquires Trading Apps to expand front-office offering
Deal includes TA.Link messaging tool and suite of automation-focused trading apps.
JP Morgan executes first live DLT-enabled collateral mobilisation transaction on Eurex Clearing
The transaction mobilised collateral for Dutch pension fund PGGM using distributed ledger technology provided by HQLAx and Clearstream, marking a first for a central counterparty globally.
CSA removes barriers for investment fund access to Bank of Canada’s repo facility
Blanket exemptive relief allows eligible funds to tap contingent term repo facility during market-wide liquidity stress.
BNP Paribas connects to Euroclear’s collateral allocation interface
The French multinational bank expands collateral mobility by linking its triparty platform to Euroclear’s CAI.
HKMA unveils enhancements to offshore RMB repo market
New measures will enable rehypothecation of bond collateral and support multi-currency settlements.
BNY expands securities finance agency lending to Saudi Arabia
The expansion comes after a successful pilot trade settlement, opening access for international clients.