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FX settlement giant expands into new businesses

Firm that includes AIG, Goldman Sachs and JPMorgan among its shareholders is eyeing opportunities as Mifid II looms

FX settlement giant expands into new businesses

CLS, which is best-known for settling trades in the $5.1tn-a-day foreign exchange market, has plans to expand into new business lines, with data a particular focus as new European trading rules create opportunities in the market.

The company, whose shareholders include AIG, Goldman Sachs and JPMorgan, said on Tuesday that it plans to introduce a range of products and services for the FX market, signalling an intention to expand beyond its traditional domain of settlement.

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