Category: Executives

June 25, 2024 BY Elizabeth Anderson

FX Veteran John Bogue Joins ATFX as Director of Institutional Operation

John’s extensive background includes significant roles at NatWest Markets Plc and Euronext FX Inc., formerly FastMatch. His deep understanding and seasoned oversight have been honed through his exposure to all facets of the FX asset class, including operations, risk management, and sales functions. John’s prior position was as Director for EMEA FX at TraderTools. He…

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May 14, 2024 BY Elizabeth Anderson

Chris Elms Appointed As CEO For Euroclear UK & International

This international holding company provides post-trade financial services, including settlement and custody of local and international securities for bonds, equities and derivatives, and investment funds. It operates through Euroclear Bank, International CSD and Euroclear UK & International, among others. Elms previously served as this division’s interim CEO and brings 28 years of experience to the…

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May 09, 2024 BY Elizabeth Anderson

FCA Fines and Bans Former Shard Capital CEO

Lewis is the founder and ex-managing partner of Shard Capital, a wealth and asset manager. He was at the helm of this brokerage from 2010 to January 2022, according to the Financial Times (FT). The financial watchdog found that Lewis provided inaccurate information on two occasions regarding clients’ cash held by Shard. The former Shard…

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May 01, 2024 BY PureContent

Nick Twidale joins ATFX as Chief Market Analyst

Nick is a highly recognisable figure in the financial services industry. As the previous APAC CEO for FP Markets, GM for IC Markets and Chief Operating Officer at Rakuten Securities Australia and he solidified his reputation as a Forex Trading and broking industry expert. In addition to his extensive professional experience in the broking space,…

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January 05, 2024 BY Simon Mugo

Eren Eraslan Appointed As Head of IG’s Northern Europe Unit

The above role allowed him to significantly influence the firm's growth and strategy in these regions. His tenure at IG Deutschland lasted for over a year and eight months, during which he proved his leadership abilities and contributed substantially to the firm's development. Since December 2023, he has taken up the mantle as Head of…

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December 20, 2023 BY Elizabeth Anderson

BP gears up for a new CEO

Looney resigned with immediate effect on 12 September after informing the company he was not completely honest and forthcoming regarding his personal relationships with co-workers. Following an investigation, the British oil giant dismissed Looney on 13 December without notice. Last week, BP announced it withheld approximately $40m in remuneration following the prompt dismissal. Now that…

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December 19, 2023 BY Nick Ranga

SenseTime Group co-founder's death causes shares to plummet

Tang (55 y/o), who passed away on Friday 15 December from an undisclosed illness, was previously the company’s dominant class A shareholder and in charge of the company’s voting structure. SenseTime will now need to regroup and navigate this sudden challenge while mourning the loss of their voting leadership. Don’t miss out on the latest news,…

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December 15, 2023 BY Elizabeth Anderson

TMX Group to Acquire VettaFi

TMX to acquire the remaining ~78% of the common units of VettaFi for US $848m. Deal accelerates long-term growth strategy as well as financial and transformational objectives Increases proportion of revenue from recurring and global sources Adds innovative new client service team and capabilities to GSIA, TMX's fastest-growing segment TMX has announced an agreement to…

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