By Viki Leibow, Sustainable Trading   Adapting to the AI-driven trading desk “AI isn’t replacing people – people using AI are replacing people.” Samuel Livingstone, CFA, Ambienta That was the big takeaway from the final panel at the FIX EMEA Trading Conference 2025, and it’s one that stuck with me. We’ve all heard the […]

Key takeaways from the sustainable trading third anniversary panel, hosted by Mizuho   Sustainable Trading marked its third anniversary with a panel discussion on the future of sustainable investment – where it’s heading, the challenges investors face and what’s needed to drive progress. Hosted by Mizuho, the panel featured insights from: Celia Price (Mizuho) – […]

  Attracting and hiring diverse talent can be a challenge for many firms, yet it’s essential for fostering innovation and building strong, inclusive teams. Iress, a member of Sustainable Trading, has taken a proactive approach by partnering with Talent Beyond Boundaries (TBB) to connect skilled refugees with new opportunities. This case study explores how Iress […]

Members of Sustainable Trading gathered for a Women’s Coffee Hour to discuss the findings of the Trading Employee Workplace Experience Survey. Hosted by BTIG in its London offices, with valuable support from Chiara Ginty, the event focused on the experiences of women in the trading industry as revealed by the report.   Attendees explored practical steps […]

Sustainability will continue to play a critical role in shaping European markets in 2025. During the Euronext Sustainability Week, Duncan Higgins, CEO of Sustainable Trading, moderated a panel that explored how sustainability has evolved from a regulatory requirement to a key driver of market growth.       Here are some of the key takeaways that […]

As we wrap up 2024, we wanted to take a moment to reflect on what we’ve achieved together this year—and to say thank you. This year’s highlights, featured in this article, showcase the incredible progress we’ve made as a community to take important steps toward creating a more sustainable trading industry.   Sustainable Trading 2024 […]

Following the recent panel on mental health in trading—which aimed to break down barriers and share personal insights—we were moved by the openness and candour of the panellists and audience members. In line with Sustainable Trading’s commitment to raising awareness, we want to share the discussion themes more broadly while respecting the confidentiality of those […]

1. What is the Member Progress Framework? The Member Progress Framework is a structured, step-by-step roadmap designed to help trading businesses engage with sustainable practices and improve their environmental, social and governance (ESG) impact. It offers five levels of achievement for tracking progress and earning recognition as members implement sustainable changes within their operations.   […]

At Sustainable Trading, we are dedicated to helping our members implement practical, positive changes within the operations of their trading businesses.  In support of this commitment, we are excited to launch the Member Progress Framework. Aligned to the unique operational needs of the trading industry, it provides members with an effective way to engage with […]

Sustainable Trading, a membership organisation dedicated to improving the sustainability of the global markets trading industry, has released its LIFE BEYOND THE DESK: Trading Employee Workplace Experience Report offering an in-depth look at the experiences and challenges faced by trading professionals.   Based on survey feedback from 270 current and former employees, the report highlights […]