The obligation to achieve ‘Best Execution’ in the trading world is clear, but is this just a matter of rhetoric for many fixed income buy-side firms, or is it a tangible reality? As we dive into the specific challenges of executing trades in bonds and derivatives, we question whether the traditional methodologies stand up to scrutiny or if there’s a …
Understanding SaaS and how to make the right choice
At the heart of digital transformation lies Software as a Service, or SaaS. A term that, despite being ubiquitous, is often shrouded in mystery for many. Today, let’s lift the veil and explore how SaaS solutions are shaping the future of businesses. What is SaaS? As a model of software delivery, SaaS lets vendor hosted applications remotely and avail them …
TCA is only one measure!
In the complex world of fixed income trading, you might often find yourself questioning whether Transaction Cost Analysis (TCA) is the most optimal tool to support your pre-trade price discovery and decision-making needs. It’s an important and relevant question, one that I have heard echoing throughout our industry. TCA, a critical evaluation strategy that compares the execution price with a …
Levelling up fixed income buy-side trading
How often have you had to compromise on your trading strategy because your systems simply can’t keep up? If you’re like the many fixed income buy-side traders we’ve spoken with, it’s likely more often than you’d prefer. In today’s fragmented trading landscape, traders face a persistent challenge. They’re forced to work within rigid, pre-set workflows dictated by incumbent vendors’ limitations. …
Ever wondered how to unlock the full potential of fixed income trading?
Imagine a world where your fixed income trading needs are met seamlessly, intuitively, and effortlessly, regardless of market volatility or liquidity challenges. At THETA, we’ve brought that vision to life with Apollo, our cloud-native SaaS platform designed specifically for the modern fixed income buy-side trader. We understand that fixed income traders require transformative technology solutions that seamlessly integrate into their …