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With the May 28 deadline to settle securities within one day approaching in North America, what FX and funding complications could laggards face? And what systemic risks are market participants worried about if settlement fails rise?


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In May 2024, securities settlement in the United States, Canada and Mexico will move from two days to one (T+2 to T+1). While the move will, in theory, reduce counterparty and market risk and lower margin requirements, it will have a significant knock-on effect on the global FX markets. 

Jason Vitale



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Examining the digital payment landscape in the Middle East

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TRENDS

The retailization of private markets in alternatives

A historic shift in defined contribution plans and retail asset allocation is accelerating. BNY Mellon’s whitepaper addresses the drivers of the democratization of alternatives and how the industry is responding.



TRENDS

T+1: the impact on fund managers

As the industry moves to a new T+1 settlement cycle, many fund managers may continue to be unaware of the knock-on effects on FX transactions. 

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Alta Report: diversification calls

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