Securities Clearing and Settlement
Descriere
Clearing and settlement are critical processes in securities trading, transforming commitments into the actual movement of money between counterparties. As the speed of trades accelerates, efficient clearing and settlement systems are essential to manage post-trading and pre-settlement credit exposures and ensure compliance with market rules. This course offers a comprehensive overview of the clearing and settlement processes, focusing on their importance, mechanics, and the management of associated risks. Ideal for professionals in the financial industry, this training provides the knowledge needed to navigate and optimize these crucial aspects of securities trading.
The course begins with an overview of clearing and settlement, explaining their roles in turning payment promises into actual transactions. Participants will learn why clearing is necessary, especially with the increasing speed of trades, and how it ensures that trades are settled according to market rules, even in cases of insolvency.
Next, the course delves into the specifics of securities clearing, covering activities from the time a transaction commitment is made until it is settled. This section addresses key processes such as reporting, monitoring, risk margining, netting of trades to single positions, and failure management.
The training also covers the settlement process, detailing how the actual transfer of securities and money between counterparties occurs. Participants will explore the mechanisms that ensure the accurate and timely settlement of trades.
Finally, the course examines derivatives clearing and settlement, highlighting the unique aspects and challenges associated with these financial instruments. Participants will gain insights into the specialized processes and risk management techniques required for effective derivatives clearing and settlement.
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the fundamental concepts and importance of clearing and settlement in securities trading.
- Identify the key processes involved in securities clearing, including reporting, monitoring, risk margining, netting, and failure management.
- Explain the mechanics of the settlement process and the transfer of securities and money between counterparties.
- Analyze the specific requirements and challenges of clearing and settlement derivatives.
- Apply knowledge of clearing and settlement processes to manage post-trading risks and ensure compliance with market rules.
- Utilize best practices in clearing and settlement to optimize trade execution and minimize financial risks.
This training course equips participants with a thorough understanding of securities clearing and settlement, providing the skills needed to enhance their operational efficiency and risk management capabilities in the fast-paced world of securities trading.
în formularul Luxoft Training
Obiective
To provide the audience with an understanding of Securities Clearing & Settlement, their features, and specifics of Derivatives Clearing & Settlement.
Public țintă
Testers, System and Business Analysts, Architects, Developers, and Project Managers working on corporate finance projects
Cerințe preliminare
Completed introductory training in financial markets and derivatives or possess equivalent knowledge
Foaia de parcurs
- Overview of Clearing & Settlement (1 hour)
- Securities Clearing (2 hours)
- Settlement (1 hour)
- Derivatives Clearing & Settlement (1 hour)
Total: 5 hours