Refinitiv, a provider of financial markets data and infrastructure that has served more than 40,000 institutions in over 190 countries, announced on Tuesday it has joined forces with FinTech Studios, AI-based news, market intelligence, and analytics provider, to provide industry, local and regional news, and research to wealth management professionals across Latin America.
According to Refinitiv, FinTech Studios utilizes artificial intelligence and machine learning to separate the signals from the noise, providing users with insights, news and research about markets and companies globally. The collaboration will notably “empower” financial professionals with news and information that may support securities research and trade ideation, as well as access to breaking stories and market events.
“Users will be able to view trending topics across industries and companies, sort by specific companies and key words, and explore knowledge graphs to interpret impact on related companies and individuals. Wealth management and other investment firms will be able to tailor the solution to deliver local language capabilities, desired sources, and preferred analytics and views.”
Speaking about the collaboration, Charles Smith, Head of Digital Solutions, Wealth at Refinitiv, stated:
“Latin America continues to be an exciting emerging market for our Refinitiv Wealth Solutions products, and this partnership will strengthen our ability to provide content and services curated for financial professionals throughout the region.”
Jim Tousignant, CEO and Founder of FinTech Studios, added:
“Financial advisors and wealth managers today need more advanced AI-based tools and information to provide their clients with the best advice. Our partnership with Refinitiv will provide Refinitiv clients with access to millions of global sources of relevant news, events and market intelligence in 48 languages.”
Founded in 2018, Refinitiv claims to be one of the world’s largest providers of financial markets data and infrastructure, serving over 40,000 institutions in approximately 190 countries.
“We provide leading data and insights, trading platforms, and open data and technology platforms that connect a thriving global financial markets community – driving performance in trading, investment, wealth management, regulatory compliance, market data management, enterprise risk and fighting financial crime.”