Finance Magnates · 15 Oct, 09:33 · Finance briefing

Singapore Exchange Deepens Currency Trading Link With BlackRock’s Aladdin

Singapore Exchange has expanded its strategic partnership with BlackRock’s Aladdin platform to enhance currency trading capabilities.

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Singapore Exchange has expanded its strategic partnership with BlackRock’s Aladdin platform to enhance currency trading capabilities. This integration facilitates deeper connectivity between the exchange and one of the world’s leading asset management technology systems. The move aims to improve liquidity, execution efficiency, and risk management for institutional participants in foreign exchange markets. By linking directly with Aladdin, SGX enables more seamless portfolio management and trading workflows for global clients, reflecting a broader industry trend towards integrated financial infrastructure and technology-driven market solutions.

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