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MarketAxess Holdings Inc. (MKTX) operates a leading electronic trading platform that enables fixed-income market participants to efficiently trade corporate bonds and other types of fixed-income instruments using MarketAxess' patented trading technology. Founded in 2000, MarketAxess connects over 1,300 institutional investor and broker-dealer firms worldwide, providing access to global liquidity in U.S. high-grade corporate bonds, emerging markets, high-yield bonds, leveraged loans, European bonds, U.S. agency bonds, municipal bonds, credit default swaps, and other fixed-income securities.
The company's 'all-to-all' market for corporate bonds, known as Open Trading™, allows investment managers, broker-dealers at investment banks, and other market participants to trade directly with one another electronically on an anonymous basis. This innovation promotes greater transparency and efficiency in the bond trading process.
In addition to its core trading platform, MarketAxess offers a range of trading-related products and services. These include market data to assist clients with trading decisions and connectivity solutions that facilitate straight-through processing (STP). The company's strategic acquisitions have further expanded its capabilities. For example, the acquisition of LiquidityEdge in 2019 and MuniBrokers in 2021 have allowed MarketAxess to aggressively expand into Treasury and municipal bond markets.
Furthermore, MarketAxess has strengthened its pre- and post-trade services through the acquisition of Regulatory Reporting Hub from Deutsche Börse Group in 2020. This expansion enhances their product offerings and positions the company as a comprehensive service provider in the fixed-income trading space.
MarketAxess continues to innovate and grow, solidifying its position as a key player in the electronic fixed-income trading market. As the company evolves, it remains committed to providing efficient, transparent, and reliable trading solutions to its global client base.
MarketAxess reported a total trading volume of $716.8 billion for February 2022, marking a 17% increase from February 2021. This growth was driven by a remarkable 29% surge in U.S. Treasury volume to $495.4 billion. Notably, the trading volume in U.S. credit decreased 2% year-over-year, despite a 19.9% market share in high-grade credit. Meanwhile, Eurobond volume increased by 9%, and municipal bond trading soared by 210%. Active client expansion contributed to these positive trends, although estimated market volumes showed declines in certain segments.
MarketAxess Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: MKTX) announced that Rick McVey, CEO, and Chris Gerosa, CFO, will participate in the 43rd Annual Raymond James Institutional Investors Conference on March 7, 2022, at 1:05 p.m. EST. Investors can access a live webcast and replay via the Investor Relations homepage. MarketAxess operates a leading electronic trading platform for fixed-income securities, serving nearly 1,900 firms globally. The company's technology enhances trading efficiency and liquidity, making it a preferred platform in the credit markets.
MarketAxess Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: MKTX) reported a significant trading volume of $715.7 billion for January 2022, marking a 24% increase year-over-year. Highlights include a robust rebound in U.S. credit trading and a record Emerging Market ADV of $3.1 billion. U.S. Treasury trading volume surged by 40% from the previous year, with a notable increase in the Rates active client base. Despite challenges in the high-grade and high-yield markets, which saw declines in market volume, the overall performance indicates promising trends in the fixed-income sector.
MarketAxess Holdings (Nasdaq: MKTX) has announced that Nash Panchal, formerly of Goldman Sachs, will succeed Nick Themelis as Chief Information Officer, effective March 2022. Themelis, after 16 years with the company, will retire on February 28, 2022, but will assist in the transition until the end of the year. Panchal previously served as Managing Director and Global Co-Head of Technology at Goldman Sachs Asset Management. His appointment comes as MarketAxess continues to innovate in the electronic trading sector, enhancing its technology and client services.
MarketAxess Holdings announced a 6% increase in its quarterly dividend to $0.70 per share, up from $0.66. For 2021, the company reported record revenues of $699.0 million, a 1.4% increase year-over-year, and a net income of $257.9 million, translating to a diluted EPS of $6.77, down 14%. Operating income decreased by 10% to $337.2 million. The company also approved a $150 million share repurchase program. The effective tax rate for 2021 was 22.8%. MarketAxess plans increased expenses for 2022 ranging from $385 million to $415 million.
MarketAxess Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: MKTX) will announce its 2021 fourth quarter and full year results on January 26, 2022, before market opening. Executives Richard M. McVey, Chris Concannon, and Chris Gerosa will host a conference call at 10:00 a.m. EST to discuss the financial outcomes and outlook. Access the call by dialing 855-425-4206 (U.S.) or 484-756-4249 (international). A live audio Webcast will also be available on the company’s website. A replay will be accessible for one week following the announcement using conference ID: 2650986.
MarketAxess Holdings (MKTX) reported December 2021 trading volume of $538.1 billion, with $183.6 billion in credit and $354.5 billion in rates. The preliminary variable transaction fees per million for Q4 were $165 for U.S. high-grade and $192 for other credit. Market share insights revealed a peak U.S. high-grade share of 23.6%, despite a 12% year-over-year volume decline. U.S. Treasury bond volume surged 32% year-over-year, while municipal bonds rose 17%. Portfolio trading volume also increased to $13.1 billion.
Flow Traders has announced its commitment to become a name-disclosed liquidity provider for U.S. high yield corporate bonds, Euro-denominated investment grade and high yield bonds, and emerging market sovereign bonds via the MarketAxess platform. This move follows years of providing anonymous liquidity and aims to enhance transparency and efficiency in trading. The collaboration will also see Flow Traders contribute streaming prices for U.S. high yield corporate bonds on the MarketAxess Live Markets order book, which has processed over $2 trillion in trades in 2021.
MarketAxess Holdings reported impressive trading volume for November 2021, reaching $653.4 billion, with $212.4 billion in credit and $440.9 billion in rates. Key highlights include an increase in U.S. high-grade market share to 20.9%, record portfolio trading volume at $10.3 billion, and a significant 55% year-over-year increase in U.S. Treasury bond volume. Emerging markets trading rose 14% year-over-year, while Eurobond market share increased to 13.3%.
MarketAxess Holdings (Nasdaq: MKTX) announced that Chairman and CEO Rick McVey will present at the Goldman Sachs U.S. Financial Services Conference at 1:40 p.m. EST on December 7, 2021. The presentation will be available for live streaming online. MarketAxess operates a premier electronic trading platform for fixed-income securities, providing liquidity, improved execution quality, and cost savings across global markets. The firm serves over 1,800 institutions, leveraging patented technology and comprehensive market data.