- In August 2023, according to the article published by Market Media, efforts to boost retail investor participation in European financial markets include initiatives like the London Stock Exchange Group's Turquoise Retail Max, which enhances execution and price transparency. The European Commission's reforms and growing institutional interest in retail orders aim to increase retail investment. This rise in retail participation drives the development of options trading platforms, making them more accessible and attractive, and leading to higher trading volumes and demand for advanced trading tools
- In June 2023, the SEC's Office of Investor Education and Advocacy has launched the "Never Stop Learning" campaign to enhance financial literacy and protect older investors' assets. The campaign includes a TV spot, informational videos, and resource pages in English and Spanish on Investor.gov, covering fraud identification, retirement money protection, and the importance of a trusted contact. SEC leaders emphasize the importance of continuous learning to safeguard investments. This initiative will drive "Growing awareness and education about online trading" by providing older investors with the knowledge and tools to navigate online trading platforms, boosting confidence and adoption
- In September 2023, according to the article published by ScienceDirect, time-varying risk aversion and uncertainties—macroeconomic, financial, and economic policy—significantly influence stock market volatility and correlation, particularly at a monthly frequency. High volatility driven by these factors increases risk and uncertainty in the option trading market, complicating market predictions and requiring costly investments in risk management. This restricts the efficiency and attractiveness of option trading platforms, potentially deterring traders and investors
- In April 2024, TradeStation Securities, Inc. collaborated with OptionsPlay to enhance the user experience by integrating their platforms, allowing TradeStation Securities clients to trade options directly from the OptionsPlay platform. This integration eliminates the need for separate platforms and provides clients with customized pricing and access to additional services such as research, trade ideas, and education. This collaboration highlights the importance of strategic partnerships in delivering enhanced trading solutions and catering to the diverse needs of market participants
- In July 2023, DriveWealth, LLC launched options trading worldwide. This new feature allows partners to build options trading experiences using DriveWealth's APIs, enabling customers to buy call and put contracts for thousands of stocks and ETFs. The platform handles market data, order execution, clearing, settlement, and regulatory reporting, simplifying infrastructure and compliance for partners. By expanding its range of tradable assets, DriveWealth meets the increasing demand for personalized trading experiences. The integration of options trading allows users to tailor their strategies, offering greater flexibility and customization, which enhances user satisfaction and engagement
