DTCC’s Plan to Unlock Billions in Margin and Capital Savings

DTCC is spearheading a series of initiatives aimed at significantly reducing margin and capital requirements across the financial system. Building on the efficiencies gained from the transition to T+1 settlement, DTCC is pursuing ten key projects, including cross-margining between equities and listed options.

In this interview with Risk.net, Brian Steele, DTCC Managing Director, President, Clearing & Securities Services, explains how these efforts are expected to unlock billions in savings for market participants by improving collateral optimization, enhancing netting opportunities, and streamlining clearing processes. The plan reflects DTCC’s broader push to modernize post-trade infrastructure and increase systemic resilience.

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