Sentiment across the global derivatives market rose in Q4 2024 as the industry prepares for a busy 2025, according to the SGX Global Market Sentiment Index.
The index increased from 68 in Q3 to 72 in Q4, driven by optimism among hedge funds, asset managers, and sell-side execution desks.
However, sentiment declined slightly among senior executives overseeing sell-side derivatives clearing businesses and senior proprietary trading executives.
Investment in technology and risk management is expected to increase, with proprietary trading firms and sell-side clearing firms planning significant budgets for 2025.