UK T+1 Settlement: The Operational Transformation of a Generation
Video Transcript
The brokerage industry in Southeast Asia is transforming rapidly due to technological advancements and changing investor preferences.
This transformation is redefining how investors engage with financial markets.
Discount brokerage models have grown significantly, especially after the COVID-19 pandemic.
This surge is driven by online trading platforms and mobile apps like Robinhood and We bull, which offer user-friendly interfaces and real-time data.
In India, pure-play discount brokers' market share increased from over 25% in FY20 to 60% in FY23.
Traditional brokerage houses are also experiencing growth, with the financial advisory market in Southeast Asia projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 0.40% from 2025 to 2029.
They provide sophisticated offerings and personalized advice, appealing to high-net-worth individuals.
Traditional brokers offer personalized investment advice, estate planning, and access to exclusive investment opportunities.
Discount brokers, on the other hand, facilitate online trading, offer low or zero commission fees, and provide access to a wide range of investment options.
Technology is crucial in shaping the brokerage experience.
Automation, data analysis, and cybersecurity enhance efficiency and security.
Mobile-first approaches and robo-advisors cater to tech-savvy investors, providing personalized advice and portfolio management.
Contemi's NOVA Post Trade is a cloud-based platform that automates post-trade processes, reducing costs and improving efficiency.
It offers scalability, straight-through processing, and AI-powered insights, enabling brokers to enhance customer satisfaction.
Southeast Asia's brokerage industry is poised for growth, with both traditional and discount brokers playing vital roles.
The hybrid brokerage model combines the strengths of both, offering technology-driven platforms with personalized advice.
In Southeast Asia’s evolving brokerage landscape, the future belongs to those who blend technology with expertise for efficiency and trust." says Gopala Subramanium, CEO of Capital Market Solutions & Group CFO, Contemi Solutions.
Read the detailed, well-researched whitepaper written by Gopala on The Evolution of Brokerage in South-East Asia; giving in-depth insights into the traditional and online models. Download the paper to learn more.
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UK Markets at a Turning Point: Key Insights from Our T+1 Leadership Panel Session in London
The panel brought together senior leaders from across the UK capital markets ecosystem for a timely discussion on the industry’s transition to T+1 settlement ahead of the October 2027 deadline. Speakers highlighted strong early progress — with 87% of UK transactions already processed on a T+1 rhythm — but also underscored the urgency of addressing the 12% of trades that remain unmatched at the start of the settlement cycle. The conversation made clear that the shift to T+1 is far more than a timeline change: it requires deep automation, high-quality data, and significant process redesign, backed by cross-market collaboration and cultural transformation within firms. With processing windows shrinking by 83% when moving from T+2 to T+1, attendees agreed that firms must rethink how operations, technology, risk, and client teams coordinate in real time.
A recurring theme throughout the session was that behavioural and organisational change are as critical as technology investment. Manual processes still dominate many workflows, and panelists stressed that reducing human touchpoints, strengthening data governance, and redesigning upstream processes must be immediate priorities. As global markets accelerate — with digital assets, AI-driven post-trade, real-time data, and regulatory pressure reshaping the landscape — firms that act now will be best positioned for both compliance and competitive advantage.
The panel concluded with a clear message: T+1 is the starting point, not the finish line, and the firms that embrace automation and collaboration today will be the ones ready for tomorrow’s market realities.
Download the full whitepaper for a comprehensive summary of the insights, industry metrics, and a practical 90/180/360-day roadmap to prepare your organisation for T+1 and beyond.
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