Regulation
Outlook for Asian FX in 2016 looks bright
There is a 50/50 chance that China will scrap its dual-currency system in 2016, says one analyst; others worry about the impact of a strong dollar and uncertain trajectory of Fed rate hikes
FX set for year of change
"No-one's job got easier. And, fundamentally, I think a fair percentage of the market is reassessing how they approach their activities," says Phil Weisberg of Thomson Reuters
RBC says ECB is done, focus on Fed
Adam Cole, head of G10 FX strategy, outlines the bank's expectations for 2016
Saxo Bank triumphs as the most successful forecaster of 2015
The Danish bank tops the overall rankings as best forecaster of the year
Digital Vega puts efficiency at top of agenda
Efficiency, transparency and reducing costs will be the key themes in 2016, says Mark Suter
Finma bans six former UBS employees
The Swiss watchdog issues six industry bans against managers and traders for serious regulation breaches in the FX and precious metals business
Fed raises rates for first time since 2006
What happens next is anyone's guess in terms of the pace of hikes
MiFid II delay gives market participants more preparation time
They should use the extra time wisely, says expert
Carlier scores partial win against Lloyds
The former trader wins his unfair dismissal claim, but the judge rules he made no protected disclosures. The decision limits the payout he can claim
Banks move towards active compliance
Banks are taking a less passive approach and striving to spot wrongdoing early on
Metcalfe exits Investment Association
As the trade body disbands its regulatory unit, Jonathan Gee also leaves
ECB takes steps to discourage trading on euro reference rate
The European Central Bank delays publication of the euro rate until 15:00 GMT and warns it may delay a whole day if trading activity linked to the rate does not decline
CIBC scores with three spot-on calls
The Fed could make two dovish hikes and relax for much of 2016, as the election cycle gets under way and markets adjust to the tightening policy
FX can protect the portfolio during shocks
While not always providing spectacular returns, holding foreign exchange as part of a wider portfolio can be extremely valuable
IMF approves renminbi's inclusion in SDR basket
The move puts the renminbi on course to achieve reserve currency status
CLS discusses renminbi inclusion with PBoC
The talks, which have been going on for several years, are still in the exploratory phase
Adopt code or face regulation, warn central bankers
Market participants should embrace the new principles on conduct, say the ECB's Schiavi and Debelle of the RBA and BIS at the 14th annual FX Week Europe conference
China lets central banks use Isda agreements for FX derivatives
China allows derivatives trading based on international standard agreements for the first time; applies only to sovereign investors and FX derivatives
Digital Vega reports biggest trading day as volumes surge
Medusa, Digital Vega's multi-dealer options platform, posts 59% growth in volumes for October
Best Banks Awards: Deutsche Bank scoops five wins
The bank triumphs in spot FX, structured products, the eurozone, EUR/USD and EUR/JPY
Best Bank for Renminbi: Bank of China
Bank of China wins inaugural renminbi award
Best Banks Awards: 360T tops two categories
Recently acquired by Deutsche Börse, the Frankfurt-based platform sees the acquisition as an important milestone in the drive to diversify its customer base
Best Banks Awards: Thomson Reuters bags three wins
Thomson Reuters wins Best Broker for EM, Forwards and Best Market Data Provider for FX
Best FX Clearing House: CME Group
Exchange and clearing house expects more clearing and growth in renminbi products