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US dealers lead in OTC trading

Created at 21 Aug · 3:35 AM1 source
IN SHORT

US banks maintain top positions in over-the-counter derivatives trading, according to the latest Dealer Rankings. European banks follow closely behind.

Who's Involved

US banks
top five in over-the-counter derivatives trading
European banks
chasing the top five in over-the-counter derivatives trading

↳ Why This Matters

The sustained dominance of US banks in OTC derivatives trading highlights their significant role in global financial markets and suggests a continued concentration of market share among a few key players.

Key facts

  • US banks have maintained their top positions in the annual Dealer Rankings for over-the-counter derivatives trading.
  • The same five US banks and three European banks are noted in the rankings.
  • Further analysis of the results by dealer and instrument is expected soon.

The latest Dealer Rankings indicate that US banks continue to lead in the over-the-counter derivatives market. The top five US financial institutions have maintained their leading positions, with European banks following closely behind. The rankings are an annual analysis of over-the-counter derivatives shops. Further detailed analysis of the results by dealer and instrument is anticipated in upcoming coverage.

What Happens Next

01Detailed analysis of the Dealer Rankings by dealer and instrument will be published soon.
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  • How It Developed

    US banks continue to dominate the over-the-counter derivatives market.
    The top five US banks retained their leading positions in the annual Dealer Rankings.
    European banks are still pursuing the top spots in the rankings.

    Sources

    T1
    How US dealers flipped the script in OTC tradingRisk.net

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