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Settlement Date vs Trade Date: What Every Investor Needs to Know

Introduction When you buy or sell a security, two key milestones appear on your brokerage statement: the trade date and the settlement date. Although they may look similar at first glance, each marks a different stage in the life cycle of a transaction. Understanding the nuances between a settlement date

The ‘T+1’ Settlement Revolution: Operational Hurdles for Global Brokers

Introduction The global capital markets are on the cusp of the most aggressive post-trade overhaul in decades: the transition from a two-day securities settlement cycle (T+2) to a one-day cycle (T+1). While regulators tout the move as a way to reduce counterparty risk and free up collateral, the

Cryptocurrency Clearing and Settlement Mechanics: Trade Matching, Margin Management, and Counterparty Risk Mitigation Strategies

Introduction: Why Clearing and Settlement Matter in Crypto Clearing and settlement are the invisible gears that keep cryptocurrency markets running smoothly. While the on-chain transfer of tokens is almost instantaneous, the institutional infrastructure that underpins exchanges, broker-dealers, and custodians must still reconcile orders, manage collateral, and neutralize counterparty risk. Without