Nasdaq and nuam Extend Strategic Technology Partnership to Optimize Post-Trade Processing in Latin America
On March 18, 2025, Nasdaq (NDAQ) and nuam (NUAM), the merged entity of Santiago, Lima, and Colombia stock exchanges, announced an extension of their existing strategic technology partnership. The expanded agreement will see all three exchanges’ central securities depositories (CSDs) adopt Nasdaq’s CSD platform to optimize post-trade processing in the region.
Background
The partnership between Nasdaq and nuam began with the consolidation of the exchanges’ trading infrastructures on Nasdaq’s platform. This move aimed to help attract global sources of liquidity and strengthen the competitive position of the Latin American markets. With the success of the trading infrastructure consolidation, both parties decided to further collaborate to enhance post-trade processing capabilities.
Impact on the Region
The adoption of Nasdaq’s CSD platform by the three exchanges will bring several benefits to the Latin American region. These benefits include:
- Improved efficiency: The implementation of Nasdaq’s CSD platform will streamline post-trade processes, reducing the time and resources required for settlement and clearing. This improvement will lead to a more efficient and cost-effective trading environment in the region.
- Enhanced security: Nasdaq’s platform is known for its robust security features, which will help protect the exchanges and their clients from potential security threats. This enhanced security will instill confidence in investors and market participants, encouraging increased participation in the region’s capital markets.
- Increased transparency: The use of Nasdaq’s platform will also provide increased transparency in the post-trade process. This transparency will help market participants make more informed decisions, leading to a more liquid and dynamic market.
Impact on Individual Investors
The extension of the Nasdaq-nuam partnership will have a positive impact on individual investors in the region as well. Some of the benefits include:
- Faster settlement: With the adoption of Nasdaq’s CSD platform, the settlement process will be more efficient, allowing investors to receive their funds and securities more quickly.
- Reduced risk: The enhanced security features of Nasdaq’s platform will help protect investors from potential security threats, ensuring that their investments are safe and secure.
- Greater transparency: The increased transparency provided by the platform will help investors make more informed decisions, enabling them to better manage their portfolios and maximize their returns.
Conclusion
The extension of the strategic technology partnership between Nasdaq and nuam represents a significant step forward for the Latin American capital markets. The adoption of Nasdaq’s CSD platform by the three exchanges will bring increased efficiency, enhanced security, and greater transparency to the region’s post-trade processing capabilities. For individual investors, this means faster settlement, reduced risk, and greater transparency, leading to a more dynamic and liquid market. As the region continues to grow and attract global investors, partnerships like this one will play a crucial role in ensuring its long-term success.
Nasdaq’s commitment to innovation and collaboration with regional exchanges is a testament to its leadership role in the global capital markets. By continuing to invest in technology and partnerships, Nasdaq is helping to create a more connected and efficient financial system, benefiting investors and market participants around the world.
As we move forward, it is expected that more partnerships and collaborations will emerge, driving innovation and growth in the financial sector. The future looks bright for the Latin American capital markets, and Nasdaq’s partnership with nuam is a strong indication of the potential for continued success.
