The U.S. will transition to a T+1 settlement system on May 28, 2024, replacing the T+2 system. This change aims to reduce counterparty risk and improve market liquidity by settling trades one business day after the trade date. While the shift promises benefits like enhanced capital efficiency and reduced risk, it also presents challenges such as increased operational pressures and initial costs estimated at $30 billion. The move is seen as a response to issues highlighted during the 2021 meme stock frenzy.
Starting Tuesday, the New York Stock Exchange will implement a T+1 settlement cycle, reducing the time for stock trades to be settled to the next business day. This change aims to make trading more efficient and reduce risks, following scrutiny from the 2021 GameStop trading frenzy. While the transition is expected to be seamless for most retail traders, it may pose challenges for large trades and international stocks.
Wall Street has transitioned to a T+1 settlement system, reducing the time to complete stock trades to one day, a speed not seen in a century. This change aims to reduce financial risk but poses challenges, especially for international investors needing to source dollars quickly. The SEC and industry groups are preparing for potential issues during the transition, with firms adjusting workflows and staffing to ensure readiness.
Wall Street is transitioning to a shorter T+1 settlement cycle for trades, effective May 28, to reduce risk and improve market efficiency. This change, mandated by the SEC, will initially increase transaction failures as firms adjust to the new timeline. The move follows similar changes in India and China, with Canada, Mexico, and Argentina adopting it a day earlier. While the shift aims to enhance liquidity and reduce counterparty risk, it may also transfer risks to other market areas, such as foreign exchange and securities lending.
