One connection, (almost) endless market opportunities 

Clearstream operates a large number of links to cash, securities and commodity markets across the globe, providing direct and secure access to the largest domestic liquidity pools: Enjoy access to 59 domestic securities markets worldwide and the international market, that is, the Eurobonds market. 

We access counterparties in the domestic markets either via a direct link to the CSD or via an indirect link through an account held with a local sub-custodian. Via this global network, international investors can invest in fast-growing economies, which in return can benefit from various financing opportunities. And the number of connected countries continues to grow steadily.

Learn more about the services that we offer in each market in our Market Link Guides in the Resource Library. 

More than 100 currencies are currently eligible in our international central securities depository (ICSD). They can either be “full settlement” or “denomination only”, where an instrument is issued in one currency, but settlement is conducted in another.

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• Market Link Guides
• Eligible currencies 

The XS advantage: simplified access to global liquidity

Eurobonds, that is, truly international securities, offer unparalleled choice in currency, security type, and legal jurisdiction: Diversify your portfolio on a global scale and tailor your exposure to specific domestic markets and currencies. 

Our comprehensive investor solutions connect you to liquidity and innovation. Benefit from our secure, efficient platform for seamless settlement, safekeeping, and asset servicing. Streamline your custody arrangements and reduce associated costs by investing through our ICSD. 

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Powering your cross-market strategy

Securities listed on one domestic stock exchange may also be listed—and traded—on other exchanges outside of their “home” market. These multi-market securities are eligible for deposit and settlement in more than one central securities depository (CSD). With Clearstream, you can simplify cross-border operations and unlock international portfolio flexibility.

Our multi-market securities service offers seamless access and settlement for domestic securities traded on multiple exchanges worldwide – all from a single, streamlined platform. 

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Efficient transaction settlement 

The Bridge is part of Clearstream’s continuous efforts and commitment, together with Euroclear Bank, to optimize liquidity management. It is an interoperable link between the two international central securities depositories (ICSDs).

The Bridge infrastructure consists of a proprietary electronic communication platform to facilitate the transfer of securities between the ICSDs' participants in the securities settlement systems (SSS) that they operate separately.

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A short history of the Bridge

Historically, the Bridge was a literal reality: a reference to Pont Adolphe in Luxembourg, which physically linked Clearstream’s depositories with Euroclear’s on the other side of the valley. Physical deliveries of securities would take place every day to conduct settlement of trades between the two entities.

Today, clients enjoy the Bridge as an electronic link catering to significant volumes of digital settlements. Its Eurobond settlement capabilities have made it one of the largest liquidity bridges worldwide.