Technological advancements and the demand for low-cost, fast trade executions could drive growth for electronic trading companies.
The noticeable improvement defies the stubbornly high interest rates that have so far meant for an uneasy market in 2024.
Consumer price inflation across the eurozone remained at 2.4% in the year to April, matching March’s reading.
CEO Noel Quinn announced early retirement after a five-year stint leading the bank.