London Loses Out to Amsterdam With Stock, Swaps Moves

The video discusses the impact of the EU's ban on financial institutions trading in London, highlighting the shift in equity and euro swap markets. Amsterdam has surpassed London in equity trading, and the euro swap market share in London has decreased significantly. Despite these trends, liquidity could return to the UK if conditions change. Regulatory responses from the UK and EU are in flux, with the UK attempting to attract more trading volume through measures like easing IPO rules, while the EU advises market participants to look away from London.

What significant change occurred in the equity trading market due to the EU ban?

• London's share increased significantly.

• Sterling trading decreased in Wall Street.

• Amsterdam surpassed London in equity trading.

• The euro swap market became more stable.

What is a key factor that could lead to a return of liquidity to the UK?

• A permanent shift in trading trends.

• Increased scrutiny from the EU.

• Achieving some measure of regulatory equivalence.

• A decrease in tech IPOs.

What approach has the EU taken regarding derivatives trading in London?

• Increasing tech IPOs in London.

• Encouraging more trading in London.

• Advising market participants to avoid London.

• Reducing regulations for London exchanges.

What measure is the UK considering to make its exchanges more niche?

• Increasing regulations for IPOs.

• Allowing Swiss shares to be traded.

• Reducing the number of exchanges.

• Discouraging tech IPOs.

What warning did Andrew Bailey issue regarding the EU's scrutiny of UK exchanges?

• It will result in more tech IPOs.

• It is less strict than the scrutiny applied to EU exchanges.

• It could lead to increased trading in London.

• It could be financially costly for both sides.