BIDS Trading is a leading player in the financial services and trading platform industry, offering an innovative Alternative Trading System (ATS) designed to facilitate anonymous trading of large blocks. Its unique sponsorship model provides a cost-effective option for buy-side participants to access unique liquidity while compensating their sponsoring brokers for various services. Founded in 2006, the company has rapidly grown to become a dominant force in the U.S. block volume market.
In 2016, BIDS Trading joined forces with Cboe Europe to launch Cboe LIS, aiming to replicate its success in the European markets. Operating under the Bats Europe RIE umbrella, Cboe LIS has quickly gained traction as a key player in the EU block market.
The Venture Round investment in 01 March 2007 saw significant contributions from notable financial institutions such as Deutsche Bank, Bank of America, Credit Suisse, Bear Stearns, KCG Holdings, and JPMorgan Partners. For more information, visit www.bidstrading.com.