XTX Markets Among Consortium to Back Launch of Brazilian Derivatives Exchange A5X

XTX Markets, ABN AMRO Clearing Bank, Optiver, IMC Trading, and Jump Trading Group have invested in A5X, a new Brazilian derivatives exchange which is set to begin operations by 2026. The investment follows a previous funding round and will specifically fund the investment in talent and technology necessary for A5X’s launch. The five latest investors, as well as contributing capital, are set to share their joint knowledge in the creation and evolution of other stock exchanges globally also. The total capital raised so far stands at an estimated R$200 million following both Series A and B rounds. The development of the new derivatives exchange has been in the works for 18 months and is set to offer trading and post-trading solutions in Brazil.