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Team eSec recaps a busy June, discussing quarter-end funding, equity financing, the Fed's latest outlook, SpaceX's market debut, and what liquidity trends could mean for the second half of the year. Have a question? Submit it here: https://www.eseclending.com/insights/questions/ This material is for your private information and does not constitute legal, tax or investment advice. There is no repre...

Recorded live at the ISLA 33rd Annual Securities Finance & Collateral Management Conference in Lisbon, Team eSec is joined by Matt Brunette of Norges Bank Investment Management for a discussion on the evolving securities finance landscape. Topics include heightened funding demand, dynamic risk pricing, pledge structures, capital optimization, operational efficiency, AI, and the market trends s...

Team eSec breaks down a packed June, from Russell reconstitution activity and the highly anticipated SpaceX IPO to shifting Fed expectations, rising Treasury yields, elevated lending volumes, and the market forces shaping the weeks ahead. Have a question? Submit it here: https://www.eseclending.com/insights/questions/ This material is for your private information and does not constitute legal, tax...

Team eSec breaks down the latest market dynamics shaping securities lending, from Middle East geopolitical tensions to shifting rate expectations and funding conditions. The team discusses cash reinvest performance, secured versus unsecured funding trends, IPO activity, and what upcoming regulatory and policy changes could mean for the months ahead. Have a question? Submit it here: https://www.ese...

Team eSec shares takeaways from recent industry events, emphasizing how rapid AI and technology changes are reshaping automation while maintaining strong relationships remains essential. They review IPO and corporate‑action lending opportunities, focusing on the NASDAQ 100's rule changes (IPO "fast entry") and what these shifts could mean for the market. Have a question? Submit it here: https://ww...

Team eSec breaks down Q1 securities finance activity, from funding‑market volatility and shifting rate expectations to evolving collateral trends. The team also unpacks the SEC's long‑awaited 15c3‑3 relief, its implications for equity collateral, and what it means for lenders and borrowers. They close with insights on career development in the industry and a quick look ahead at IPO market dynamics...

Team eSec dives into recent market activity shaped by geopolitical conflict, shifting rate expectations, and notable moves across treasury and equity markets. They share insights on widening spreads, funding dynamics, regulation updates, and takeaways from the ISLA Americas Boston Briefing, while also previewing the upcoming PASLA conference. Have a question of your own? Submit it here: https://ww...

Team eSec digs into their first-ever listener question, exploring the surge in vendor platforms and whether the industry is headed toward consolidation or broader innovation. The conversation spans market‑structure shifts, sector volatility, macroeconomic cross‑currents, and what these forces mean for securities lending demand. Have a question of your own? Submit it here: https://www.eseclending.c...

Matt Chessum from S&P Global Market Intelligence joins Team eSec to discuss the significant trends in securities lending data for 2025. They cover everything from market performance, top revenue-generating securities, insights into various regions and asset classes, and some facts that may be fun from 2025. This material is for your private information and does not constitute legal, tax or inv...

Team eSec closes out 2025 by discussing the challenges and successes the year, sharing insights on year-end market dynamics, and looking forward to the opportunities and trends for 2026. This material is for your private information and does not constitute legal, tax or investment advice. There is no representation or warranty as to the current accuracy of, nor liability for, decisions based on su...

Matt Brunette from Norges Bank Investment Management joins Team eSec to discuss securities lending strategies, digital asset integration, and optimizing balance sheet efficiency. This material is for your private information and does not constitute legal, tax or investment advice. There is no representation or warranty as to the current accuracy of, nor liability for, decisions based on such infor...

Team eSec returns to discuss the state of the repo markets, the implications of quantitative tightening, the Fed's role in funding market normalization, and year-end funding pressures. This material is for your private information and does not constitute legal, tax or investment advice. There is no representation or warranty as to the current accuracy of, nor liability for, decisions based on such...

Team eSec is back to discuss market trends and dynamics from meetings abroad and the ISLA Americas conference. They delve into tech innovations and beneficial owner participation and highlight the rise of automation, the importance of market diversification, and the increasing significance of conferences to build industry relations and share knowledge. This material is for your private information...

Pirum's Zoë Balkwell and Rob Frost join Team eSec to discuss Trade Connect, market connectivity, and the role of AI in transforming securities finance. Hear how industry partnerships and smart innovation are shaping the next generation of trading solutions. This material is for your private information and does not constitute legal, tax or investment advice. There is no representation or warr...

Team eSec sits down with Glenn Havlicek and Bob Zekraus of GLMX for an insightful conversation on the evolution of securities financing. From startup struggles to market innovation, they explore how GLMX is reshaping repo and securities lending through technology, while looking ahead to ISLA Americas Conference. This material is for your private information and does not constitute legal, tax or in...

Team eSec dives into the pressures of September quarter-end, the evolving dynamics in equity and credit markets, and what's driving lender strategies across client types. From IPO activity to funding trends and conference buzz, the team shares insights on what's shaping the season. This material is for your private information and does not constitute legal, tax or investment advice. There is no re...

Team eSec returns to break down what's happening across the markets as summer winds down. From Fed rate expectations to deal flow, equity trends, and the impact of the Paramount-Skydance merger, they unpack what's shaping the season. This material is for your private information and does not constitute legal, tax or investment advice. There is no representation or warranty as to the current accura...

Team eSec welcomes back Matt Chessum from S&P Global Market Intelligence to break down the key trends that shaped the securities lending market in the first half of 2025. With revenues up across the board, standout performance in Asia, and surging demand for ETFs and ADRs, the group dives into what's fueling the momentum and what could be next. This material is for your private information and...

Team eSec sits down with Ken DeGiglio, CIO, and Gary Klahr, Director, Strategic Initiatives and Product Manager for 1Source at EquiLend to explore 1Source, their new distributed ledger solution aiming to eliminate reconciliation in securities lending. For more information about 1Source, please visit here: https://equilend.com/services/equilend-1source/ This material is for your private information...

Brooke and Jim mark the 100th episode with a look back at five years of podcasting, packed with stats, stories, and finance facts, all tied to the number 100. From market milestones to meme stocks and deep-dive lending trends, Team eSec celebrates longevity, learning, and a little bit of chaos. This material is for your private information and does not constitute legal, tax or investment advice. T...

Recorded live in Madrid at the ISLA Conference, Brooke Gillman sits down with Andy Dyson, CEO of ISLA, and Ben Challice, President of Pirum. Together, they reflect on transitions, the operational impact of T+1, and the evolving role of retail investors in the securities lending landscape. This material is for your private information and does not constitute legal, tax or investment advice. There i...

Team eSec is back to unpack insights from the CASLA conference, spotlighting creative balance sheet solutions, evolving HQLA strategies, and the growing role of post-trade automation. This material is for your private information and does not constitute legal, tax or investment advice. There is no representation or warranty as to the current accuracy of, nor liability for, decisions based on such...

Team eSec is back with the latest market insights, exploring the uptick in IPO activity, fresh deals, and the rise in borrowers across emerging markets. This material is for your private information and does not constitute legal, tax or investment advice. There is no representation or warranty as to the current accuracy of, nor liability for, decisions based on such information.

The market has been tumultuous since Liberation Day and Team eSec is back to discuss what's been happening across the Treasury lending market, short-term cash, equity funding, and everything else. This material is for your private information and does not constitute legal, tax or investment advice. There is no representation or warranty as to the current accuracy of, nor liability for, decisions b...

As North America approaches the first anniversary of implementing T+1, Roy Zimmerhansl from WTS Hansuke and Working Group Co-Lead of the UK and EU T+1 Initiatives joins Larry Albaugh, Andy Ramburn, and Brooke Gillman to discuss the upcoming transition to T+1 in the UK and EU, lessons learned from North America, and why it is crucial for firms to act now to prepare for October 2027. This material i...