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Regulation
Structured products in the spotlight as FCA sets out CCI requirements
Structured products in the spotlight as FCA sets out CCI requirements

The UK’s retail investment landscape is bracing itself for another regulatory shake-up.

Products
More than 82% of German discount certificates deliver positive returns
More than 82% of German discount certificates deliver positive returns

Two-thirds of discount certificates provided returns of up to 20% pa in Germany during 2024.

Regulation
SEC blocks ultra-leveraged ETFs from nine providers
SEC blocks ultra-leveraged ETFs from nine providers

The US regulator has halted the review of over 100 ETFs with a leverage of 3x or 5x, citing concern around value-at-risk (VaR).

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People

See key hires and staffing changes.

People
Caceis expands US presence with senior exec appointment

8 December 2025

Caceis expands US presence with senior exec appointment

The appointment follows firm's strategic moves including RBC acquisition and launch of Canadian operational hub.

People
People: LSEG re-hires former SIX head, Optiver bolsters institutional sales

04 Dec 2025

People: LSEG re-hires former SIX head, Optiver bolsters institutional sales

Also: Schroders appoints its first head of ETFs; BX Swiss names trading veteran to the board; Optiver makes three senior hires; Trading Technologies adds senior sales.

People
BofA reshuffles global markets team

02 Dec 2025

BofA reshuffles global markets team

The launch of the new team comes on the heels of the appointment of the new co-presidents of the US bank in mid-September.

People
Deutsche Bank appoints head of private bank investment solutions

02 Dec 2025

Deutsche Bank appoints head of private bank investment solutions

The German bank is seeking to enhance its global wealth and investment platform.

People
Marex ramps up hedging solutions with first hire in HK

01 Dec 2025

Marex ramps up hedging solutions with first hire in HK

The British financial services provider is expanding its hedging solutions which sits in the same division as the structured notes business.

Products

An in-depth review of the latest product launches.

Products
More than 82% of German discount certificates deliver positive returns

9 December 2025

More than 82% of German discount certificates deliver positive returns

Two-thirds of discount certificates provided returns of up to 20% pa in Germany during 2024.

Products
From niche to necessity: structured notes SMAs race ahead in US wealth market

08 Dec 2025

From niche to necessity: structured notes SMAs race ahead in US wealth market

Providers say demand is accelerating as advisors seek scalable note implementation, but warn that missing data, limited distribution and untested downside performance remain critical blind spots.

Products
J.P. Morgan lists capped bearish notes on ARK ETF

08 Dec 2025

J.P. Morgan lists capped bearish notes on ARK ETF

The two-year notes are designed for investors who expect ARKW to fall and are willing to accept limited downside protection as well as a cap on gains.

Products
Product wrap: BNPP offers fixed income plus KO on Euronext sector index

05 Dec 2025

Product wrap: BNPP offers fixed income plus KO on Euronext sector index

In this week’s wrap we look at a selection of structured products with strike dates between 30 November to 6 December 2025.

Products
France: Hedios, Crédit Mutuel Arkéa cash in on Stoxx decrement play

05 Dec 2025

France: Hedios, Crédit Mutuel Arkéa cash in on Stoxx decrement play

The autocallable bond logged 34% gain against 11.11% delivered by its benchmark index.

Regulation

Updates and commentary on evolving market regulation.

Regulation
Structured products in the spotlight as FCA sets out CCI requirements

9 December 2025

Structured products in the spotlight as FCA sets out CCI requirements

The UK’s retail investment landscape is bracing itself for another regulatory shake-up.

Regulation
SEC blocks ultra-leveraged ETFs from nine providers

09 Dec 2025

SEC blocks ultra-leveraged ETFs from nine providers

The US regulator has halted the review of over 100 ETFs with a leverage of 3x or 5x, citing concern around value-at-risk (VaR).

Regulation
CFTC announces slew of measures in the digital asset space

09 Dec 2025

CFTC announces slew of measures in the digital asset space

The commodities market regulator has allowed for the listing of spot cryptocurrency products as well as launched digital assets collateral in derivatives markets.

Regulation
Binance secures global licence under Abu Dhabi’s framework

08 Dec 2025

Binance secures global licence under Abu Dhabi’s framework

The approval allows Binance to operate under a regulated structure covering exchange, clearing and brokerage services.

Regulation
Sebi seeks feedback on equity derivatives position limits

08 Dec 2025

Sebi seeks feedback on equity derivatives position limits

Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has proposed to reset equity derivatives position limits using a futures equivalent value for better risk control.

Technology

Discover technological advances in the industry.

Technology
FinIQ builds momentum into 2026 with strong tailwinds

8 December 2025

FinIQ builds momentum into 2026 with strong tailwinds

With US$25 billion in monthly flows and new clients across three continents, the Singapore-based platform continues to cement its footprint across Asia, Europe and the Middle East.

Technology
ApexPoint unveils AI-powered investment platform

08 Dec 2025

ApexPoint unveils AI-powered investment platform

The platform provides an integrated environment to explore multiple asset classes, access real-time data and evaluate potential trading opportunities, among other benefits.

Technology
SP DJI launches IndexBuilder platform for custom indices

05 Dec 2025

SP DJI launches IndexBuilder platform for custom indices

The platform enables independent prototyping, backtesting and ordering of customised indices within a unified interface.

Technology
InspereX floats Aria to streamline alternatives, fixed income for RIAs

04 Dec 2025

InspereX floats Aria to streamline alternatives, fixed income for RIAs

The platform combines fixed income, structured products, and alternatives with digital tools for registered investment advisers (RIAs).

Technology
Bullish and Immersive Finance integrate to enhance crypto options trading

04 Dec 2025

Bullish and Immersive Finance integrate to enhance crypto options trading

The integration will provide traders with real-time risk analytics, detailed profit and loss attribution, and portfolio sensitivities.

Market

Key industry events and change drivers.

Market
Euronext launches 12 sector indices

9 December 2025

Euronext launches 12 sector indices

Euronext Indices has expanded its benchmark range with the launch of 12 sector indices, covering key industries across Europe, the US and global markets.

Market
HKEX launches stock index tracking local tech firms

09 Dec 2025

HKEX launches stock index tracking local tech firms

HKEX has launched a technology focused equity index, marking its first local stock benchmark and a step forward in its index and data business.

Market
FCA proposes measures to boost local investment culture

09 Dec 2025

FCA proposes measures to boost local investment culture

The regulator has worked closely with industry and consumer groups to frame policy aimed at reducing the risk.

Market
InspereX survey: equities to lead as top-performing asset class in 2026

09 Dec 2025

InspereX survey: equities to lead as top-performing asset class in 2026

InspereX's annual survey involved 856 financial advisers and was conducted between 5 November to 12 November.

Market
CoinShares 2026 report predicts digital assets to merge with traditional finance

09 Dec 2025

CoinShares 2026 report predicts digital assets to merge with traditional finance

The report introduces ‘hybrid finance’ as the merging of crypto ecosystems with traditional financial systems, among other findings.

Data Insights

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Market Reviews

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Market Reviews
South Korea November 2025: autocall sales dip, regulator targets high-risk overseas investment products

9 December 2025

South Korea November 2025: autocall sales dip, regulator targets high-risk overseas investment products

Sales of principal-protected ELBs’ surge; NH Investment & Securities rolls out risk control index-linked DLB.

Market Reviews
CEE (Q3 2025): flows dip amid changing conditions

05 Dec 2025

CEE (Q3 2025): flows dip amid changing conditions

There was a solid demand for capital protected autocalls during the quarter while appetite for express certificates remained also strong.

Market Reviews
US October 2025: another peak for the street, JPM retreats

05 Dec 2025

US October 2025: another peak for the street, JPM retreats

Sales of structured products jumped to an unprecedented monthly level at US$19.0 billion while J.P. Morgan slides to the fourth place from the top in a rare move.

Market Reviews
China October 2025: issuance of retail structured deposits declines, AUD/USD gains momentum

27 Nov 2025

China October 2025: issuance of retail structured deposits declines, AUD/USD gains momentum

Issuances dropped sharply in October, hitting their lowest point of the year.

Market Reviews
UK October 2025: Barclays dominates, Atlantic House fund hits £2.5 billion in AuM

25 Nov 2025

UK October 2025: Barclays dominates, Atlantic House fund hits £2.5 billion in AuM

Almost three-quarters of the products on offer were linked to the FTSE 100 index.

Analysis

Explore key market themes backed by SRP’s proprietary analysis.

Analysis
Greeks comparison - Microsoft and Nvidia (Part 2)

3 December 2025

Greeks comparison - Microsoft and Nvidia (Part 2)

This article follows on from an earlier piece that examined Delta, Gamma and Vega sensitivities for Microsoft and Nvidia using data from the SRP Greeks application.

Analysis
Analysis: how barrier levels and Greeks shape risk in Nvidia-linked soft-protection notes

28 Nov 2025

Analysis: how barrier levels and Greeks shape risk in Nvidia-linked soft-protection notes

SRP analysed the behaviour cycle of structured products linked to the Nvidia share.

Analysis
Spotlight on… Asia’s asset class and underlying trends - 9M 2025

21 Nov 2025

Spotlight on… Asia’s asset class and underlying trends - 9M 2025

Stocks remain the king of Asia’s structured products market. Semiconductors lead single stock structures’ underlying exposures.

Analysis
Drivers behind US bestsellers

19 Nov 2025

Drivers behind US bestsellers

In this article we review some important US Cusips over the last two years.

Analysis
Spotlight… on Stellantis: Gamma pressure builds as short-put delta rises near barriers

24 Oct 2025

Spotlight… on Stellantis: Gamma pressure builds as short-put delta rises near barriers

We review 2,300 live structured products linked to the Stellantis stock and analysed downside sensitivity and protection levels.

Special Reports

Our special reports provide in-depth analysis and actionable insights on emerging trends and market dynamics. Each report is meticulously researched, offering valuable perspectives that help you stay informed with access to exclusive data and expert commentary.

Structured for Volatility: Global Market Sentiment Survey 2025/2026
Structured for Volatility: Global Market Sentiment Survey 2025/2026

197 structured product professionals, 26 countries, 14 expert interviews.
This first-of-its-kind global survey, in partnership with LPA, combines qualitative and quantitative data to provide a benchmark outlook for 2025 and beyond.

SRP Index Report 2025: Custom & Strategy Indices
SRP Index Report 2025: Custom & Strategy Indices

In the third chapter of the SRP 2025 Index report, we look at the landscape involving custom and proprietary indices between 2022-2024

France Structured Products Performance Overview 2024
France Structured Products Performance Overview 2024

The SRP France Structured Products Performance Overview 2024 analyses the performance of structured investment solutions in the French market during 2024.