As with any trader in any market, SG traders need to be aware of securities lending. In short, securities lending is a process by which one party, usually a broker-dealer or institutional investor, lends security to another party in return for cash collateral. This simple definition belies the complexities of this $2 trillion per day market, but understanding the basics is essential for all SG traders. We’ll explore the basics of securities lending and discuss some critical considerations for those trading in SG. For those who want to try securities lending, do so on Saxo markets.

What securities lending is and how it works

Securities lending is a way for investors to generate additional income from their portfolios by lending out securities they own to other investors. In return, the lender receives cash collateral from the borrower, typically used to fund the purchase of other securities or meet margin …