Citadel Securities
Coverage of Citadel Securities in the Nexus archive.
- Investor accuses financial firms of ‘spoofing’ tech company’s stock
An investor filed a federal class action accusing Citadel Securities and Virtu Americas of manipulating Genius stock through spoofing, a tactic involving fake orders to distort price volatility. Genius, a Singapore-based education tech company, plans to join the lawsuit, citing $250 million in alleged damages from the scheme.
- The next two weeks could be a bumpy ride for U.S. stocks. Buy any dip, this strategist says.
Citadel Securities strategist Scott Rubner warns that the next two weeks may bring volatility to U.S. stocks, but suggests this could create buying opportunities for investors.
- Citadel Securities Sees Risk of Fed Starting Hiking in September
Citadel Securities has identified a risk that the Federal Reserve may begin raising interest rates in September. The article highlights concerns about potential monetary policy changes.
- More than 115K young people applied for internships at Citadel—just 350 interns made the cut, making the acceptance rate a record low of 0.36%
Over 115,900 young professionals applied for Citadel's internship program, resulting in a record-low 0.36% acceptance rate with 350 interns selected. Citadel and its sister firm, Citadel Securities, offer high salaries ($4,300–$5,800 weekly) and real business responsibilities, with most interns likely to receive full-time offers after the 11-week program.
- Citadel Securities Expands India Trading and Engineering Teams
Citadel Securities is expanding its trading and engineering teams in India. The move indicates increased investment in the region's financial and technological infrastructure.
- Citadel Securities Sees Risk of Fed Forced to Raise Rates Soon
Citadel Securities has identified a potential risk that the Federal Reserve may be compelled to increase interest rates in the near future.
- Ken Griffin's talent machine is getting bigger with its most competitive intern class ever
Citadel and Citadel Securities accepted 0.36% of interns from over 115,900 applicants, forming their largest class of 350 interns. The interns, primarily from technical backgrounds and top universities, include PhD holders and focus on quantitative research, trading, and engineering. The firms emphasize hiring young talent despite AI-driven workforce changes.
- A soccer team bet against itself. This is the (good) future of prediction markets.
A top-tier Spanish soccer team used Kalshi, a prediction market platform, to place a multimillion-dollar bet against itself to avoid relegation. The team won its final game, retaining its La Liga status, while Susquehanna, a quant trading firm, profited over $1 million from the bet. The trade involved intermediaries like Game Point Capital and Greenlight Commodities, highlighting prediction markets' growing role in institutional risk management.
- Trading firms generated $114bn in revenue last year
Trading firms like Jane Street and Citadel Securities generated $114 billion in revenue last year, expanding into markets previously dominated by banks.
- Citadel Securities posts record $4.3bn in trading revenues on Iran volatility
Citadel Securities reported record trading revenues of $4.3 billion in the first quarter, driven by volatility linked to Iran. The market maker also earned $1.9 billion in net income as oil prices and Treasury rates fluctuated.
- Citadel Securities’ Rubner Says Stocks Pain Trade Points Higher
Citadel Securities' Rubner indicates that the 'pain trade' in stocks is pointing higher. The article mentions traders working on the New York Stock Exchange floor.
- Citadel Securities Sees Markets Underpricing Signs of Iran Deal
Citadel Securities believes financial markets are underpricing potential developments related to an Iran deal. A woman holding an Iranian flag was photographed during a religious ceremony in Qom, Iran on May 26.
- Citadel Securities Warns That Fed Risks ‘Falling Behind Curve’
Citadel Securities has issued a warning to the Federal Reserve, suggesting it risks falling behind in its policy approach. The article references the Marriner S. Eccles Federal Reserve building in Washington, highlighting the context of the Fed's operations.
- The digital casinos need pit bosses
Prediction market platforms Kalshi and Polymarket face insider trading concerns that could undermine their growth and institutional credibility. The article argues these platforms have financial incentives to implement self-policing measures to become legitimate institutional finance backbones rather than remain retail gambling venues.
- Citadel Securities’ Rubner Sees Risk of Flow Unwind in US Stocks
Citadel Securities' expert warns of a potential flow unwind in US stocks, indicating a possible risk. The comment was made by Rubner, an expert at Citadel Securities. This warning may impact investor decisions and market trends.
- Wall Street Banks Push Blockchain Into $13T Repo Market
Wall Street banks are utilizing blockchain technology to facilitate tokenized repo trades in the $13 trillion repurchase agreement market, aiming to enhance settlement efficiency and reduce liquidity buffers. JPMorgan has already processed around $3 trillion in these transactions, with other major players like Goldman Sachs and Citadel Securities also involved. The integration of blockchain is expected to bring significant benefits, including reduced operational complexity and increased capital rotation.
- Ex-Citadel Securities Quant Triples Assets at China Hedge Fund
A former Citatel Securities quant has tripled assets at a China hedge fund. The hedge fund is based in China and the increase in assets is a significant achievement. This growth indicates a successful strategy by the quant.
- Citadel Securities Clearing Own Stock Options in Break From BofA
Citadel Securities is clearing its own stock options in a break from Bank of America. This move is happening on the trading floor at the company's headquarters in New York. The development marks a significant change in Citadel Securities' operations.
- Citadel Securities Sees Markets Buoyed as Iran Risks Recede
Citadel Securities reports improved market conditions due to decreased risks from Iran, leading to optimism among traders. The New York Stock Exchange remains active as geopolitical tensions ease.
- Citadel Securities Takes On Banks With Push for Big Stock Trades
Citadel Securities is challenging traditional banks by pursuing large stock trades, with the New York Stock Exchange highlighted as a key player in January 2025.
- Citadel Securities Pitches Lower Tick-Size Pilot Program to SEC
Citadel Securities has proposed a lower tick-size pilot program to the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The initiative aims to test the impact of reduced minimum price increments for stock trades.
- Citadel Securities president says firm could enter prediction markets, eyes non-sports use cases
Citadel Securities president suggests the firm may explore prediction markets, focusing on non-sports applications such as hedging geopolitical risks. The firm has no interest in sports contracts but sees potential in using prediction markets for risk management.
- Citadel Securities’ Rubner Sees Lower Volatility Lifting Stocks
Citadel Securities' Rubner predicts lower volatility will boost stock prices. The article mentions traders on the New York Stock Exchange floor.
- Citadel Securities Sees Market Rally as Extreme Risks of War Ebb
Citadel Securities anticipates a market rally as global tensions related to war decrease. The firm highlights diminishing extreme risks of conflict driving positive market sentiment.