Aquis Exchange (Aquis) is a leading financial markets group that facilitates next-generation stock exchanges, trading venues, and technology services across Europe. The company operates under the broader SIX group, which provides stable financial infrastructure for Swiss and Spanish markets. Aquis consists of three core divisions: Aquis Markets, Aquis Technologies, and Aquis Stock Exchange (AQSE). Aquis Markets offers pan-European cash equities trading using a subscription-based pricing model that charges trading users based on message traffic rather than transaction value. Aquis Technologies develops and licenses cutting-edge exchange technology solutions globally, including matching engines and trade surveillance systems. AQSE is a recognized investment exchange with a regulated primary market focused on growth companies via two market segments: Access (early-stage companies) and Apex (larger firms). The firm is authorized and regulated by the UK Financial Conduct Authority and EU authorities to operate multilateral trading facilities across the UK and EU27. It promotes financial market innovation and efficiency through accessible, simple, and cost-effective trading solutions while advancing capital formation for businesses. Aquis Exchange is significant in Europe’s financial ecosystem as the 7th largest equities exchange and plays a key role in initiatives such as the Capital Markets Union and legislative areas including MiFID II/MiFIR reforms. The company’s lobbying activity centers on representing its interests in banking, financial services, digital economy, trade, and research innovation at the European level, advocating for regulatory frameworks influencing market transparency, trading rules, and competition.
