For full functionality of this site it is necessary to enable JavaScript. Here are the instructions how to enable JavaScript in your web browser. The Australian Securities Exchange has been dealt a fresh blow, with global market-making giant Optiver deciding to cease trading on the local bourse in a move that threatens to reduce liquidity in the equity options market.

The ASX has also set up an ETO advisory committee. Other companies have also been pulling back from parts of the local market. Earlier this year, Macquarie Group laid off up to 35 people in its Asia-Pacific region structured and derivatives products division, including several Australian employees.

In some stocks, such as Bank of Queensland, the exit of Optiver leaves only Susquehanna. Although not a true reflection of its contribution to local liquidity, Optiver accounts for roughly 0. The Australian Financial Review. Fairfax Media Please upgrade your browser. Internet Explorer 7 is no longer supported.

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