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UK bond tape race enters final phase; at least two candidates remain

By Sofia Gerace ( July 29, 2025, 08:51 GMT | Insight) -- The race to become the first UK bond consolidated tape provider is entering its final phase, with at least two candidates approved for the last step of the process by the Financial Conduct Authority. The FCA has given the green light to TransFICC and Etrading Software to access the price auction — the final phase of the tender — people familiar with the matter told MLex.The race to become the first UK bond consolidated tape provider is entering its final phase, with at least two candidates approved for the last step of the process by the financial watchdog, MLex has learned....

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