Cross-asset describes strategies, analysis or exposures that involve more than one type of financial instrument—such as stocks, bonds, currencies, commodities or derivatives—treated as a combined portfolio rather than in isolation. It matters to investors because blending different asset types can change overall risk and return: like packing varied items into one suitcase, some pieces cushion others while correlations create hidden risks or new opportunities for diversification and hedging.
buy-sidefinancial
Buy-side describes firms and professionals whose job is to purchase securities and other assets on behalf of clients or for their own investment portfolios, such as mutual funds, pension funds, hedge funds, and asset managers. It matters to investors because buy-side activity drives demand, influences prices and market trends—think of them as the large shoppers whose buying choices can move the market and signal which investments are in favor.
saastechnical
SaaS, or Software as a Service, is a way of delivering computer programs over the internet, allowing users to access and use them through a web browser without needing to install or maintain the software themselves. For investors, it highlights a business model where companies generate recurring revenue by providing ongoing access to their software, often leading to predictable income and growth potential.
alternative investmentsfinancial
Alternative investments are assets outside traditional stocks, bonds and cash, such as real estate, private equity, hedge funds, commodities, collectibles, and venture capital. They matter to investors because they can provide different sources of return and risk, like adding a new flavor to a meal, helping diversify a portfolio, potentially smoothing volatility or boosting long-term returns when conventional markets struggle.
Front-to-back trading describes the entire lifecycle of a trade—from the moment a trader decides to buy or sell, through risk checks and record-keeping, to the final settlement and accounting. Investors care because smooth, well-coordinated processes reduce mistakes, delays and settlement failures that can cost money or create unexpected risk; think of it like a restaurant where taking the order, cooking, and billing all work smoothly so customers get the right meal on time and the business avoids costly mix-ups.
risk managementfinancial
Risk management is the ongoing process of identifying potential events or conditions that could reduce an investment’s value, measuring how likely and how severe those losses could be, and putting controls in place to limit harm—like spreading money across different assets, setting loss limits, or buying insurance. For investors it matters because it turns uncertainty into a manageable plan, helping preserve capital and steady returns much like a seatbelt or a spare tire reduces the downside of unexpected problems.
AI-driven automation uses computer programs that learn patterns from data to perform routine business tasks without constant human direction, such as sorting documents, predicting demand, or controlling machines. Investors care because it can lower operating costs, speed up work, and reduce errors—like replacing a slow, repetitive assembly line with a smart one that adjusts itself—potentially boosting profits and competitive advantage, though it also involves upfront investment and implementation risk.
operational efficiencyfinancial
Operational efficiency is the ability of a business to use its resources—such as time, labor, and materials—in the best possible way to produce goods or services. When a company operates efficiently, it can deliver more value with less waste or unnecessary cost. This matters to investors because higher efficiency often leads to better profitability and a stronger position in the market.
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FIS Cross-Asset Trading and Risk Suite democratizes institutional-grade trading capabilities, enabling buy-side firms to compete with major market participants
Consolidates front-to-back trading operations on a single platform, eliminating costly legacy systems and reducing total cost of ownership
Delivers AI-driven automation and intuitive dashboards that enhance decision-making speed and operational efficiency
JACKSONVILLE, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Global financial technology leader FIS® today announced strategic advancements to the FIS Cross-Asset Trading and Risk Suite, a single platform poised to reshape how investment firms of all sizes compete when money is at work in today’s complex markets. The enhanced platform breaks down barriers that have long kept smaller firms from accessing the sophisticated trading tools used by global trading firms’ biggest players.
Investment firms are challenged by disconnected systems, manual processes and limited market access, especially smaller firms trying to compete with deep-pocketed competitors. The FIS Cross-Asset Trading and Risk Suite replaces the need for disparate systems with a single and flexible platform that delivers enhanced order, portfolio, position and risk management capabilities. It also delivers new SaaS capabilities specifically designed for alternative investments.
Its newly enhanced digitalized dashboards significantly improve the user experience, while providing innovative AI tools to help optimize the user experience and drive operational efficiency. The platform's expanded capabilities now seamlessly support both public and private market strategies on the buy side, enabling firms of all sizes to implement sophisticated cross-asset approaches that were previously accessible only to the largest market participants.
Matt Stauffer, Head of Trading and Asset Services at FIS said: “Markets are more complex than ever and buy-side firms need cross-asset strategies to find returns. But legacy systems and manual processes are holding them back. We're eliminating those barriers, helping firms of all sizes put their capital to work more effectively."
FIS is a financial technology company providing solutions to financial institutions, businesses, and developers. We unlock financial technology to the world across the money lifecycle underpinning the world’s financial system. Our people are dedicated to advancing the way the world pays, banks and invests, by helping our clients to confidently run, grow, and protect their businesses. Our expertise comes from decades of experience helping financial institutions and businesses of all sizes adapt to meet the needs of their customers by harnessing where reliability meets innovation in financial technology. Headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida, FIS is a member of the Fortune 500® and the Standard & Poor’s 500® Index. To learn more, visit FISglobal.com. Follow FIS on LinkedIn, Facebook and X.
