LCH is a group of leading multi-asset clearing houses that provides proven risk management capabilities across a range of asset classes, including rates, FX, fixed income, cash equities, and listed derivatives. As a Central Counterparty (CCP), LCH stands between trading parties, assuming the counterparty risk for each trade to ensure that if one party defaults, the transaction is still honored. This role is critical for providing stability and efficiency to financial markets. Majority-owned by the London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG), LCH serves a global client base of clearing members, including major investment banks, broker-dealers, and financial institutions.

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United Kingdom