Sifma Rolls Out Bulk Transfer Plan

The plan will lay out a common process to move accounts if a broker-dealer falls into difficulties.

Accounts under scrutiny

An industry lobby group has put the finishing touches on a plan to solve one of the thorniest problems in modern finance—moving customer accounts when a broker-dealer collapses.

The Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association (Sifma), along with industry firms and clearing companies like the Depository Trust and Clearing Corp. (DTCC), has launched the Bulk Transfer Initiative to standardize the process of moving accounts across to other banks.

Bulk transfer deals with the movement of

Only users who have a paid subscription or are part of a corporate subscription are able to print or copy content.

To access these options, along with all other subscription benefits, please contact info@waterstechnology.com or view our subscription options here: http://subscriptions.waterstechnology.com/subscribe

You are currently unable to copy this content. Please contact info@waterstechnology.com to find out more.

Sorry, our subscription options are not loading right now

Please try again later. Get in touch with our customer services team if this issue persists.

New to Waterstechnology? View our subscription options

Nasdaq reshuffles tech divisions post-Adenza

Adenza is now fully integrated into the exchange operator’s ecosystem, bringing opportunities for new business and a fresh perspective on how fintech fits into its strategy.

You need to sign in to use this feature. If you don’t have a WatersTechnology account, please register for a trial.

Sign in
You are currently on corporate access.

To use this feature you will need an individual account. If you have one already please sign in.

Sign in.

Alternatively you can request an individual account here