19 Nov 2024
Latest: SG rolls out first US stock-linked structured certificates on SGX, new Stock Connect index launched
The French bank is adding new underlyings to its structured certificate range on the SGX as the exchange posts record trading figures on leverage products; the Swiss structured products association adds to its ranks; Luma aims at the US annuities space; and more.
04 Oct 2024
SocGen expands Singapore DLC range with ‘Magnificent Seven’ series
The French bank is seeking to capitalise on the growing appetite of accredited investors to trade US stocks.
22 Aug 2024
Latest: UBS AM offloads QIS business
In this week's roundup we also look at MassMutual’s expansion of its alternatives investment platform; the launch of an Amazon reforestation-linked outcome bond by the World Bank; and the addition of structured products to Singapore's WBroker stock trading app.
06 Jun 2024
SRP Apac 2024 awards: SGX – there is increasing interest from distributors in structured certificates
The Singapore Exchange won the Best Structured Products & Derivatives Exchange award under the service provider category at the SRP Asia Pacific 2024 awards.
24 May 2024
Product wrap: French boutique tracks ESG healthcare, Deka opts for climate change effort
In this week’s wrap we look at a selection of structured products with strike dates between 19-25 May 2024.
22 Apr 2024
Latest: BBVA latest to join Swiss trade association
The SSPA has expanded its ranks with the addition of the Spanish bank, Singapore's DLC turnover is by more than 50%, UBS to integrate CS' wealth operation in Japan via existing JV, and more.
29 Feb 2024
Wide angle - ESG (part 2): France dominates ESG activity, MSCI retains highest market share
In the second of a two-part article, we look at the main ESG markets in Europe, the dominant index providers in the segment, and thematics that caught the eye.
24 Jan 2024
Singapore market overview: China-linked structures attract new investors
While the launch of structured certificates continues to shine in the Singaporean market, the turnover of DLCs and structured warrants headed south in 2023.
21 Sep 2023
Latest: CAT Swiss boutique targets self-directed investors
In this week’s roundup, we also look at structured warrants listed on the SGX recording a rise in total turnover last month, while Bloomberg is expanding its thematic equities indices suite.
07 Sep 2023
Latest: Japan’s Chiba Bank chair to step down over structured bonds mis-selling
In this week’s roundup, we also look at Maybank Indonesia’s partnership with Horizon Software to expand its structured warrants business; Guotai Junan Futures joining Singapore’s derivatives market, Mariner Wealth Advisors scaling structured note investment capabilities with CAIS, and more.
31 Aug 2023
Latest: KSCM secures €2bn BBVA SMTN programme
In this week’s roundup, we also look at the partnership between BITA and Ultumus, the first actively managed ETF launched by Nomura; the revised clearing rules on OTC derivatives in HK; and the listing of Vietnam-focused ETF in Singapore.
22 Aug 2023
HKEX sees listed structured products drop, SGX’s EQD rise
The world’s largest listed structured product market saw a reduction in derivative warrants (DWs) and callable bull/bear contracts (CBBCs) activities during the first half of 2023.