#tradingopeartion 📊 Trading Operations – Quick Summary

Definition:

Trading operations refer to the processes and systems used to buy, sell, settle, and manage financial securities like stocks, bonds, derivatives, and currencies.

🔧 Key Components

Front Office – Trading & Strategy

Executes trades (e.g., stocks, forex)

Manages client orders and risk

Middle Office – Risk & Compliance

Monitors trade risk, pricing, and legal compliance

Back Office – Settlement & Recordkeeping

Confirms trades

Handles clearing, settlements, and reconciliations

🔄 Trade Lifecycle (Simplified)

Order Placement →

Execution →

Confirmation →

Clearing →

Settlement

💼 Used By:

Investment banks

Hedge funds

Asset managers

Retail brokers