Bloomberg Talks

CFTC Chair Caroline Pham Talks Markets

Apr 24, 2025
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INSIGHT

Markets Stayed Resilient Amid Volatility

  • Recent market volatility showed markets remained functional and liquid despite record flows and spikes.
  • Margin reforms helped prevent operational issues like those in March 2020 cash dash episodes.
INSIGHT

US Dollar Still a Safe Haven

  • The U.S. dollar and Treasuries remain a global safe haven despite short-term volatility.
  • The global financial system fundamentally depends on U.S. treasuries' stability and reserve currency status.
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Shift Toward 24-7 Derivatives Trading

  • The CFTC is moving from discussion to active evaluation of 24-7 derivatives trading.
  • They seek to balance innovation opportunities with operational readiness and risk mitigation.
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