All markets participants need to ensure that transactions in financial instruments are executed on the most favourable terms reasonably available.
At FMC, we understand the complexities and various considerations that our clients may encounter when implementing, monitoring and reviewing ‘best execution’ policy and practices.
Whether you’re a sell-side institution ensuring compliance with your obligations, or on the buy-side looking to reduce costs and inefficiency, we will provide independent expert advice that is actionable.
Independent and informed
Liquidity
Participants within the financial markets understand that market pricing and behaviour can have varying nuances across instruments and products. Understanding these factors is crucial when transacting to achieve the most favourable terms.
FMC provides assessments for various avenues and providers of liquidity that, importantly, is independent and informed. Some of our services include:
Counterparty selection
Platform comparison and evaluation
Competitiveness in the marketplace
Maintaining confidentiality
Associated costs
Cash flow latency
Continual review is necessary for an organisation to maintain “Best Market Practice”.
FMC experts can provide an up-to-date assessment of a firm’s practices and processes. Key measurements include:
Counterparty Panel
Documentation
Policies and procedures
Record Keeping
Frequency and responsiveness
Market analytics
Enormous amounts of data are generated and captured within the financial markets. Irrespective of an organisations size, there are tremendous opportunities to gain valuable insights to optimise execution practices.
With real-world working experience, understanding “where to look” and the use of appropriate tools, our independent experts can unearth potential benefits across the trading lifecycle.
