What is Post-Trade?

Post-trade is the classification of processes that are carried out after the buying and selling of assets through a stock market, online exchange, or related investment service provider. Post-trade typically involves the clearing and settlement of investment assets, the provision of custodial investment services, and other related processes that allow the value chain to operate optimally. Post-trade services are often quite complex and require market participants to adhere to strict regulatory, compliance, and legal guidelines.