EquiLend has taken a major step forward in its mission to lead innovation in securities finance by acquiring Trading Apps, a front-office technology provider recognized for its advanced automation tools and modular trading solutions. These tools are widely adopted by top-tier securities finance desks around the world and are known for improving operational efficiency and trading precision.

This acquisition reinforces EquiLend’s long-term vision to enhance and unify the entire securities finance lifecycle—from front-office trading to post-trade operations—by embedding intelligent automation and adaptability at every level. With the integration of Trading Apps’ cutting-edge technology, EquiLend broadens its product offering and delivers added flexibility for clients who can choose to use these tools as standalone solutions or as part of a fully integrated suite.

A variety of cutting-edge front-office solutions created by Trading Apps increase automation and trading speed in the securities financing industry. Among these, the Lender and Borrower Apps stand out for their ability to streamline workflows, improve rate negotiations, detect short positions, and optimize profitability. These tools empower traders by significantly cutting down on manual tasks, boosting capacity for higher trade volumes, and enabling greater control over key decisions in lending and borrowing.

As part of the acquisition, EquiLend also gains TA.Link, Trading Apps’ trade messaging solution, which will now serve as the resiliency component for EquiLend’s Next Generation Trading (NGT) platform. Designed with complete infrastructure independence, TA.Link ensures operational continuity without introducing systemic dependency risks.

Rich Grossi, the CEO of EquiLend, was excited about the acquisition, pointing out that Trading Apps’ experience improves the EquiLend platform’s value proposition by quickening the automation trend. Trading Apps CEO Matthew Harrison emphasized the strategic alignment and future potential this collaboration unlocks. Nick Delikaris, EquiLend’s Chief Product Officer, highlighted how the acquisition supports the goal of building a unified, intelligent infrastructure for the entire securities finance sector.