MRKT Profile
Markit Ltd. (MRKT) is a financial information services company that provides pricing and reference data, indices, valuation and trading services across asset classes and geographies. The company offers a variety of solutions to financial institutions, corporations, central banks, and asset managers to help them manage risk, meet regulatory requirements, and improve operational efficiency.
Markit was founded in 2003 and is headquartered in London, with additional offices around the world. The company went public in 2014 and was acquired by IHS Markit in 2016, creating a global leader in critical information, analytics, and solutions for major industries and markets.
Markit's offerings include pricing and reference data for fixed income, foreign exchange, and derivatives, as well as index services for equities and fixed income. The company also provides risk management solutions, such as credit risk and market risk services, and trade processing services for OTC derivatives, loans, and syndicated loans. In addition, Markit offers research and analytics, including economic data, credit ratings, and research reports.
Markit operates in over 20 countries and serves more than 3,000 clients globally. The company's customers include major financial institutions, corporations, central banks, and asset managers. Markit has received numerous awards and recognitions for its innovative solutions, including the 2016 Waters Rankings for Best Reference Data Provider and the 2016 Credit Strategy Innovation Award for Best Risk Management Product.
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