On May 15, 2025, Euroclear will sponsor the Nordic Fintech Summit taking place in Helsinki.
Euroclear Finland has established a robust data strategy that aims to leverage its unique ownership data within the Central Securities Depository (CSD) system to provide innovative data-enabled services. This strategy is designed to enhance the efficiency, security, and user experience of the financial market, while ensuring sustainable growth and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Cornerstone: Unique ownership data of Finnish investors
“The company’s unique ownership data within the CSD system plays a crucial role in the data strategy. The company maintains detailed records of securities ownership, transactions, and safekeeping information for almost 2.5 million book-entry accounts. This direct holding model provides unparalleled access to wealth data, which can be used to develop innovative data-driven services”, says Suvi Tyni, Chief Business Officer, Euroclear Finland.
Sharing is caring: A neutral market-wide data-sharing platform
The cornerstone of this approach is the commitment to create a neutral market-wide data-sharing digital platform. This platform is intended to serve as a comprehensive repository of financial data, accessible to all market players, including issuers, investors, custodians, and dealers. By offering a catalogue of data-enabled services, the company aims to facilitate the seamless exchange of information and improve the efficiency of the financial markets.
Real-time insights with new API service
Tyni continues: “One of our services is the Holdings and Transactions API, which allows market participants to access real-time data on securities ownership and transactions. This API is a prime example of how we are leveraging the unique ownership data to provide valuable insights and enhance the decision-making capabilities of our clients. By offering this service, we are helping the clients to better understand market trends, manage risks, improve efficiency and optimize their investment strategies.”
Client-centric solutions for diverse needs
Another key aspect of this approach is its focus on client-centric solutions. The company is committed to launching and scaling strategic initiatives that cater to the specific needs of issuers, investors, and other market participants. By adopting a client lens, the company ensures that its data-enabled services are tailored to meet the unique requirements of its diverse client base.
Collaboration and innovation: The path forward
The company also emphasizes the importance of collaboration and innovation. It actively engages with its clients through various formats, such as workshops, interviews and pilots, to gather feedback and refine its services. This collaborative approach ensures that the company’s data-enabled services are continuously evolving to address the changing needs of the market.
Making Europe more competitive
Euroclear as a financial markets infrastructure and being a strong proponent of the Savings and Investments Union (SIU), is committed to promote operational efficiency and harmonization in the European markets. Euroclear is well positioned to drive the change by providing significant added value for the market with modern data-enabled services and contributing towards a more integrated and resilient financial ecosystem.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the company’s strategy is centered around leveraging its unique ownership data within the CSD system to provide innovative data-enabled services. By creating a neutral market-wide data-sharing digital platform, developing ESG and digital solutions, and focusing on client-centric initiatives, the company is well-positioned to drive sustainable growth and enhance the efficiency, security, and user experience of the financial markets. Through collaboration and innovation, the company continues to refine its services and contribute to the evolution of the financial industry’s service models. Additionally, Euroclear’s commitment to the SIU underscores its dedication to creating a single market for capital across the EU, supporting the broader goals of economic growth and competitiveness.
Euroclear
Euroclear is one of the world’s largest providers of domestic and cross-border settlement and related services for bonds, equities, derivatives and funds.
Euroclear is a proven, resilient capital market infrastructure committed to delivering risk-mitigation, automation, and efficiency at scale for its global client franchise.
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