MarketAxess Holdings Appoints Roberto Hoornweg to Strengthen Board Leadership and Innovation

MarketAxess Strengthens Leadership with New Board Appointment

MarketAxess Holdings Inc., a leader in electronic trading for fixed-income securities, announces the election of Roberto Hoornweg to its Board of Directors, effective March 1, 2025. Hoornweg brings a wealth of experience from his extensive career in global financial markets, most recently serving as Co-Head of Corporate & Investment Banking at Standard Chartered. His appointment reflects MarketAxess's commitment to enhancing its leadership team with professionals who possess deep expertise in complex financial systems, particularly in fixed-income markets.

Hoornweg’s prior roles include Global Head of Financial Markets at Standard Chartered and senior positions at Brevan Howard Asset Management and UBS Investment Bank. His foundational experience in fixed income derivatives spans 17 years at Morgan Stanley, where he led various high-impact roles, including the Emerging Markets Fixed Income & FX business. MarketAxess CEO Chris Concannon expresses enthusiasm over Hoornweg’s appointment, highlighting the valuable insights he will provide as the company looks to expand its global footprint amid increasing demand for innovative trading solutions.

As MarketAxess continues to innovate within the fixed-income trading landscape, Hoornweg’s expertise is particularly timely. With a focus on technological efficiency and enhanced trading capabilities, MarketAxess aims to solidify its position as the go-to platform for institutional investors and broker-dealers. Hoornweg himself emphasizes his commitment to fostering innovation in the fixed-income sector, a critical area as the industry evolves to meet the needs of a diverse client base.

In addition to this significant leadership change, MarketAxess has also announced a restructuring of its earnings conference call schedule. The upcoming call to discuss the company’s fourth-quarter and full-year 2024 financial results is now set for 10:30 a.m. ET on February 6, 2025. Key executives, including Hoornweg, will provide updates on performance and strategic initiatives, ensuring that stakeholders remain informed about the company's trajectory and ongoing innovations.

MarketAxess remains a prominent player in the fixed-income trading sector, recognized for its Open Trading® marketplace which enhances trading efficiency and liquidity for over 2,000 institutional investors and broker-dealers globally. As it continues to adapt to market demands, the addition of Hoornweg to its board positions the company for sustained growth and leadership in the evolving financial landscape.