Trading strategies - achieving best execution at all times in an increasingly fragmented and regulated environmentTradeTech Nordic 2011 was a great success. With new market regulations at the front of everyone’s minds it was no surprise that many of the panel sessions pivoted on the likely impact of MiFID II on market structure and market participants. Discussions on contentious topics such as high frequency trading, algorithmic trading and the future of human execution attracted strong opinions from both panellists and the floor, while solution providers took the chance to demonstrate how traders in the Nordic region can take advantage of these trends. Perhaps the highlight of the event was a candid interview with Kay Swinburne, European member of parliament on the economic and monetary policy committee, who gave engaging account of the realities of turning MiFID II from directive to regulation, and the importance of ensuring a level playing field for all participants, before launching an impassioned attack on the proposed financial transaction tax (Tobin Tax) which she deemed “suicidal” – largely to the agreement of the audience! WBR extends its thanks to the speakers, sponsors and delegates for their parts in the lively debate and bustling exhibition area, and we look forward to welcoming you back in 2012. If you're interested in contributing to next year's agenda contact us at tradetech@wbr.co.uk.
Designed for senior level equity trading professionalsTradeTech Nordic is designed for senior level equity trading professionals from Denmark, Sweden, Norway and Finland. Now in its second year, the event already proves to be the biggest trading conference organised for the Nordic region. The Nordics are a very fast growing region and face specific Nordic challenges which are not addressed in-depth at the main TradeTech event in London. Next year year, we expect 120 Heads of Trading from asset managers, hedge funds, pension funds and insurance companies to attend the event. In total, we look forward to bringing over 450 professionals on one platform for two days in Stockholm continuing to create a Nordic trading community. Tackling the explosive growth of HFT in the Nordic regionThe 2011 agenda addressed the common issues surrounding equity trading professionals in the Nordic region, such as:
- Tackling the explosive growth of HFT within the Nordic region, how successfully it has been deployed to date and understanding how it fits within the Nordic trading landscape in order for HFT to have a positive impact on your business
- Best practice broker selection for the Nordic buy side so that you access the best liquidity for your trading strategy
- Navigating the latest regulatory developments to understand how regulation will work in practice and impact your firm so that you can best position your trading desk for compliance and safe profits
- Understanding how to practically integrate algos in your trading strategy to enhance your performance, trade faster, be more accurate and reliable, and ultimately achieve optimal execution.
- Differentiating dark pools with the objective for you to verify which venues access the maximum liquidity at the best price
The latest financial regulation updates- The agenda was shaped with the help of an advisory board panel, who have contributed to making the topics relevant for the industry.
- The consultation document outlining the European Commission's review on MiFID, is expected to be published in October and so its results will be a key discussion point at TradeTech Nordic during the regulatory panel representing all the local FSA's
- A specific case study from an early buy side adopter about algos and its results and benefits is set to take place at 16:40. PLUS, there will be a workshop specifically based on successfully generating competitive advantage, improving liquidity and decreasing your costs of trading with the use of algorithms.
- High Frequency Trading within the Nordic region will be a new topic that will be discussed throughout the day. PLUS, there will be a workshop looking at mastering HFT and understanding how you can successfully integrate it into your trading strategy and benefit from the additional liquidity it can provide you with and its potential for optimal price discovery.
Why you can't afford to miss TradeTech Nordic:- TradeTech Nordic is the ideal platform to discuss the proposed combinations in the market that have recently attracted scrutiny from the regulators.
- The opportunity to participate in the panel discussion on liquidity and transparency addressing the current level of fragmentation and competition amid exchanges and MTFs.
- Participate in the interactive regulatory panel debate and meet with Dr. Kay Swinburne, Member, Committee on Economic & Monetary Affairs, European Parliament who will reveal the regulatory results at TradeTech Nordic!
- It is expected that the MiFID II review will propose that firms involved with algo trading should notify their authority of the computer algorithms they employ - Dive deep into these critical issues at TradeTech Nordic and hear about success stories and results from algo experts by attending the Algos and HFT workshop on 7 November!
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Buy SideIf you represent the buy side, you will acquire the knowledge to find liquidity at the best price at all times in a fragmented region amid regulatory changes
Sell SideIf you are on the sell side you will have the latest insights on upgrading your systems and strategies with scalable, cost-effective, robust and reliable solutions in order for you to stay competitive. You will also network with over 120 senior trading professionals representing
Execution VenueIf you represent an execution venue, you will learn how to compete in the race for volume and what tools and techniques the Nordics prefers to use to source liquidity
Technology VendorIf you are a technology vendor, you will meet a prequalified group of highly motivated technology buyers including Heads of Trading, Electronic Trading, Portfolio Managers and CIOs
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