GMEX, a provider of multi-asset exchange and post-trade technology, announced on Monday that it will take a leading role in the launch of the Mauritius International Derivatives and Commodities  Exchange   Exchange An exchange is known as a marketplace that supports the trading of derivatives, commodities, securities, and other financial instruments.Generally, an exchange is accessible through a digital platform or sometimes at a tangible address where investors organize to perform trading. Among the chief responsibilities of an exchange would be to uphold honest and fair-trading practices. These are instrumental in making sure that the distribution of supported security rates on that exchange are effectively relevant with real-time pricing.Depending upon where you reside, an exchange may be referred to as a bourse or a share exchange while, as a whole, exchanges are present within the majority of countries. Who is Listed on an Exchange?As trading continues to transition more to electronic exchanges, transactions become more dispersed through varying exchanges. This in turn has caused a surge in the implementation of trading algorithms and high-frequency trading applications. In order for a company to be listed on a stock exchange for example, a company must divulge information such as minimum capital requirements, audited earnings reports, and financial reports.Not all exchanges are created equally, with some outperforming other exchanges significantly. The most high-profile exchanges to date include the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), the Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSE), the London Stock Exchange (LSE), and the Nasdaq. Outside of trading, a stock exchange may be used by companies aiming to raise capital, this is most commonly seen in the form of initial public offerings (IPOs).Exchanges can now handle other asset classes, given the rise of cryptocurrencies as a more popularized form of trading. An exchange is known as a marketplace that supports the trading of derivatives, commodities, securities, and other financial instruments.Generally, an exchange is accessible through a digital platform or sometimes at a tangible address where investors organize to perform trading. Among the chief responsibilities of an exchange would be to uphold honest and fair-trading practices. These are instrumental in making sure that the distribution of supported security rates on that exchange are effectively relevant with real-time pricing.Depending upon where you reside, an exchange may be referred to as a bourse or a share exchange while, as a whole, exchanges are present within the majority of countries. Who is Listed on an Exchange?As trading continues to transition more to electronic exchanges, transactions become more dispersed through varying exchanges. This in turn has caused a surge in the implementation of trading algorithms and high-frequency trading applications. In order for a company to be listed on a stock exchange for example, a company must divulge information such as minimum capital requirements, audited earnings reports, and financial reports.Not all exchanges are created equally, with some outperforming other exchanges significantly. The most high-profile exchanges to date include the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), the Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSE), the London Stock Exchange (LSE), and the Nasdaq. Outside of trading, a stock exchange may be used by companies aiming to raise capital, this is most commonly seen in the form of initial public offerings (IPOs).Exchanges can now handle other asset classes, given the rise of cryptocurrencies as a more popularized form of trading. Read this Term (MINDEX). According to the statement, MINDEX will be a multi-commodities and derivatives exchange platform.

The MINDEX project will have full regulatory oversight by the Mauritius Financial Services Commission. The project will build a gold refinery, a secure vault, launch an advanced technologically enabled spot exchange, derivatives exchange and  Clearing House  Clearing House A clearing house is defined as an intermediary between two parties, a buyer and seller, which helps facilitate the overall process from trade inception to settlement. Clearing houses streamline the exchange of payments, securities, or derivatives transactions.The clearing house is situated between two clearing firms who also helps reduce the risk of either member firm failing to honor their respective trade settlement obligations.Buyers and sellers enter into legally binding agreements for the execution of trades. Consequently, as a third party, the role of the clearing house is to centralize and standardize all of the steps leading up to the settlement of any transaction. Clearing houses are integral in helping reduce the cost, settlement or operational risk of clearing as well as settling multiple transactions across multiple entities.Role of Clearing Houses Across ExchangesFinancial exchanges such as commodities and stock exchanges have relied on clearing houses for over a century. Today, the futures market is often associated with a clearing house, as its financial products are leveraged and necessitate a stable intermediary. Every reputable exchange possesses its own clearing house. This requires all members of an exchange to effectively clear their trades via a clearing house at the terminus of each trading session.Additionally, exchange members are obligated to reconcile clearing house's margin requirements, sufficient to cover the member's debit balance.This is a crucial stopgap to help prevent risk to individual traders. For example, if a trader doesn't meet a margin call, any and all trades will be closed. This is to prevent against any additional losses. This process helps reduce the risk to individual traders, ensuring sufficient funds in the account to cover any losses which may occur. A clearing house is defined as an intermediary between two parties, a buyer and seller, which helps facilitate the overall process from trade inception to settlement. Clearing houses streamline the exchange of payments, securities, or derivatives transactions.The clearing house is situated between two clearing firms who also helps reduce the risk of either member firm failing to honor their respective trade settlement obligations.Buyers and sellers enter into legally binding agreements for the execution of trades. Consequently, as a third party, the role of the clearing house is to centralize and standardize all of the steps leading up to the settlement of any transaction. Clearing houses are integral in helping reduce the cost, settlement or operational risk of clearing as well as settling multiple transactions across multiple entities.Role of Clearing Houses Across ExchangesFinancial exchanges such as commodities and stock exchanges have relied on clearing houses for over a century. Today, the futures market is often associated with a clearing house, as its financial products are leveraged and necessitate a stable intermediary. Every reputable exchange possesses its own clearing house. This requires all members of an exchange to effectively clear their trades via a clearing house at the terminus of each trading session.Additionally, exchange members are obligated to reconcile clearing house's margin requirements, sufficient to cover the member's debit balance.This is a crucial stopgap to help prevent risk to individual traders. For example, if a trader doesn't meet a margin call, any and all trades will be closed. This is to prevent against any additional losses. This process helps reduce the risk to individual traders, ensuring sufficient funds in the account to cover any losses which may occur. Read this Term. GMEX has taken a leading role in the initial consortium, with the project amounting to $35 million.

Following the opening of its regional headquarters in Mauritius, GMEX has been working closely with the British High Commission Mauritius and Department for International Trade (DIT) Mauritius. The DIT has been an active supporter of the company from the beginning of its investment journey and has facilitated meetings with key stakeholders.

Commenting on the MINDEX project, the Department for International Trade’s Minister for Investment Graham Stuart MP said in a statement: “as an international economic department, we are pleased to be working with GMEX in Mauritius on an investment which will sustain and create jobs in Mauritius and the UK. The MINDEX project will support an ecosystem which creates opportunities in gold mining, refining, storage, recycling, and in commodities trading and financial technology.

“We will continue support companies’ overseas investments where there is benefit to the UK by offering practical support to investors, facilitating introductions to ease market entry and using our expertise to explain political sensitivities and cultural differences to British businesses. ”

The CEO of GMEX Group, Hirander Misra, added: “Without DIT involvement and support there would have been much less likelihood that the investment would have gone ahead as quickly and smoothly as it has.”

“DIT, the British High Commission in Mauritius and wider UK Government played a fundamental role in facilitating increased confidence and positioning through its activities leading to economic benefits for Mauritius and the UK.”

Boost to Mauritius’ economy

The commodity and derivatives exchange is expected to be a boost to the Mauritian economy. According to the statement, the MINDEX project will increase real GDP growth of Mauritius to 4.1 percent instead of the estimated 3.9 percent.

GDP per capita is also expected to increase from Rs 388,000 ($5,693), compared to Rs 387,000 ($5,678) estimated by MCB Focus. Over a three year period, the total effect on the GDP will amount to $53 million. The exchange will also create around 104 direct jobs over two years in Mauritius, and an additional 408 new secondary jobs over the same period.

The commodity exchange is also expected to be beneficial for the United Kingdom’s economy. An increase in exports and repatriated profits back to the UK is estimated at £100 million ($132.56 million). It is also forecast to create an extra 1,000 domestic jobs over a five year period, which in return, will facilitate additional UK GDP growth.