SINGAPORE / LONDON / NEW YORK / SYDNEY, 24 June 2024 – With the derivatives landscape characterized by ongoing constraints and regulators emphasizing margin transparency and resiliency, intelligent portfolio optimization has never been more crucial.
Cassini, the leading front-to-back solution providing margin and collateral analytics and optimization for derivatives users, has been awarded the prestigious title of Best Portfolio Analysis Tool at this year’s WatersTechnology Asia Awards. This accolade underscores Cassini’s unique capability in enabling portfolio managers to identify operational alpha by adapting strategies and portfolios to the most efficient trading routes.
The Asia-Pacific (APAC) market has recently seen significant regulatory developments regarding margin and collateral transparency. For instance, the Financial Stability Board (FSB) has proposed measures to enhance the liquidity preparedness of non-bank market participants for margin and collateral calls during market-wide stress.
These recommendations focus on improving liquidity risk management and governance, stress testing, and scenario design, which align with Cassini’s capabilities in providing robust margin and collateral analytics, which include portfolio analysis and optimization.
Additionally, recent regulatory consultations by the Basel Committee on Banking Supervision (BCBS), the Committee on Payments and Market Infrastructures (CPMI), and the International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) emphasize the need for increased transparency and improved margin practices in centrally cleared markets.
Liam Huxley, Founder and CEO of Cassini, said: “We are thrilled to be recognized for our innovations in the derivatives trading space. Our offering allows firms to integrate post-trade insights into pre-trade processes in real time, enabling firms to adjust strategies and portfolios proactively. We will continue providing solutions that benefit both buy-side and sell-side firms globally looking to enhance their derivatives trading operations.”
The awards celebrate companies that innovate in financial markets and saw unprecedented entries in 2024. This year’s recognition further cements Cassini’s position as a leader in the financial technology sector. By providing robust analytical tools, Cassini helps firms navigate the complexities of derivatives trading, ensuring more informed decision-making and enhanced operational efficiency.
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About Cassini:
Cassini, since 2014, has been a forefront provider of margin and collateral analytics for derivatives users, streamlining costs and liquidity management across the trade lifecycle, from pre-trade to end-of-day. Users of our innovative analytics span the buy-side and the sell-side, including asset managers, hedge funds, pension funds, clearing brokers, and prime brokers. Merging cutting-edge algorithms with intelligence-driven insights, firms can enhance returns, minimize risks, and ensure swift margin calculations for all derivatives. Beyond analytics, Cassini partners in optimizing trade efficiency and portfolio performance, allowing instant pre-trade cost analysis and ongoing margin management optimization. Additionally, as an ISDA SIMM licensed vendor, Cassini enables hundreds of firms to meet regulatory compliance under the Uncleared Margin Rules.
Our dedication to innovation and excellence has garnered recognition, including the Best Analytics Solution Derivatives Technology Provider of the Year, and ranked as one of the top 50 Fintech firms in the UK, amongst other awards, and positions us as an intelligent analytical platform beyond traditional legacy systems. For a partnership that empowers smarter margin and collateral management, visit cassini.com
