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CDS Implements Clearing Technology Upgrade to Modernise Post-Trade Infrastructure

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The Canadian Depository for Securities Limited (CDS), a subsidiary of TMX Group, has completed a major upgrade to its clearing and settlement technology as part of its Post Trade Modernisation (PTM) initiative. The changes replace legacy systems used for clearing, settlement, depository services, and entitlement payments.

The upgrade is powered by TCS BaNCS for Market Infrastructure, a high-performance platform developed by Tata Consultancy Services. The implementation marks a significant step in enhancing the resilience and scalability of Canada’s capital markets infrastructure, according to John McKenzie, CEO, TMX Group, who commented: “Post trade modernisation represents a game-changer for Canada’s equities, fixed income and OTC clearinghouse and a key milestone in the evolution of TMX. The launch of the new platform advances our core technology capability and ultimately strengthens Canada’s ability to compete for global investment. TMX’s investment in clearing technology also delivers on our enterprise wide commitment to ensuring these critical systems are efficient, resilient and adaptive.”

The new system is also designed to support recent initiatives, including the Canadian Collateral Management Service, introduced in 2024.

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