Despite volatility and increasing fragmentation, automated trading has emerged as the most reliable market approach of the last 24 months. Directed largely by algos, medium to high frequency engagement achieved its best year on record, thriving at the institutional level in 2008. In 2009, however, accounting for unprecedented governmental regulation, exploiting the burgeoning global playing field, and achieving more affordable transactions require revised, refined technology. Across platforms, professionals who fail to optimize advanced trading tools may forfeit competitive advantage, an unaffordable consequence in an international bear market.

This conference focuses on incorporating, auditing, and enhancing bleeding edge, quantitative strategies. The two day summit convenes 200+ buy-side attendees from hedge funds, investment banks, asset management firms and insurance companies. Panels, workshops, and our trademarked "Before the Bell" buy-side only roundtable teach you to mitigate trading expenses, diminish risk, and target pools of maximum liquidity.

• A “Before the Bell” buy-side session for traders only of roundtables led by traders and sharing experiences, strategies and knowledge of the markets – as one of the traders said “This is why I came!”

• Interactive workshops with industry experts to gain greater understanding of markets, technology, trade transactions and, specifically, anti-gaming tactics

• Panel sessions brought together an outstanding group of industry speakers from hedge funds, investment and asset management firms and insurance companies to discuss the most “top of mind” issues facing the trader today

• Networking breaks, lunches and receptions optimizing face-to-face contact with both buy-side and sell-side

With its industry focus and incomparable content, the event has become the gold standard in Buy-Side Trading events. With the largest buy-side speaking faculty and guru keynotes from business, media and world affairs, we are delighted to achieve the standard of the “go-to” function of the market. 2009 marks the 5th year of the event and we will be delivering more for you as we once again raise the bar for Trading Algos & Beyond 2009.

• An Expanded Agenda Beyond Equities to Other Asset Classes Including FX, Futures & Options, Fixed and Multi-Asset Trading Strategies
• Opportunities to Meet Those Influencing the Outcomes of Algo Applications in a Difficult Market
• Strategies and Tactics for Adapting to a New Market Environment and Showcasing How Algos are Going to be Widely Dispersed Throughout Multiple Asset Classes
• More Case Studies Than Ever Before: Everything You Wanted to Know About Algos But Were Afraid to Ask
• The Best Opportunities to Meet Face-To-Face With Your Peers
• Outstanding Keynotes from Leaders Addressing the Most Top-of-Mind Issues in the Market
• More Networking Events for More Industry Interaction
• Once Again, the Largest Buy-Side Speaking Faculty at Any Trading Conference

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