Optiver
Optiver is a global financial technology firm specializing in proprietary trading and market making.
Services
Optiver is a global trading firm offering various financial market services. Specializing in market making, Optiver provides liquidity in markets globally. The company engages in trading both derivatives and cash instruments. Their services include options, futures, and equities trading, aiming to optimize market efficiency and manage risk.
Founders
Optiver was founded in 1986 by Johann Kaemingk in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Johann Kaemingk, leveraging his experience in Amsterdam’s options market, established Optiver to trade options on the European Options Exchange.
Products
Optiver's product offerings concentrate on financial derivatives, including options and futures. These products are designed to provide stability and liquidity to financial markets. In addition, Optiver engages in algorithmic trading and uses advanced technology to enhance trading strategies.
Sector
Optiver operates within the financial services sector, focusing primarily on securities and commodities exchanges. The firm’s activities span across multiple asset classes, with a significant presence in major global financial markets.
History
Optiver was established in 1986 in Amsterdam and has grown into a significant player in the global financial markets. Initially focusing on options trading, the firm expanded its operations to include a wide range of financial instruments. Through technological advancements and a focus on market efficiencies, Optiver has developed a strong reputation in the trading community.