Sell-Side
AQUAS Blue supports all trading strategies, from standard equities and options to complex multi-leg strategies like spreads, straddles, and iron condors. With real-time data, integrated risk management, and seamless broker and clearing firm connectivity, we provide the speed, flexibility, and precision required for professional-grade trading. Our comprehensive EMS streamlines your workflow, from execution to CAT reporting, ensuring confident and risk-controlled trading.
Risk Management
Symbol Blocking
Restricted Lists
Exposure & Buying Power Limits
Liquidity Restrictions
Price Aggressiveness
Deep Clearing Firm Integration
We partner directly with your clearing firm(s) to provide a streamlined setup and efficient workflow
Start of Day Positions
SOD positions are sourced directly from your clearing firm and systematically loaded into AQUAS Blue.
Buying Power
Effectively manage your cash, Reg T, and portfolio margin using our Tools.
Easy to Borrow
Manage trading of hard-to-borrow securities with customizable whitelists and ETB lists.
Non-Marginable Securities List
Enjoy peace of mind with accurate securities margining.
EOD Files Including Allocations
Supports end-of-day file and end-of-day trade allocations to multiple accounts, ensuring accurate post-trade processing.
Electronic Stock Loan Management
(Subject to Availability)
Real-time securities lending management with your preferred vendors & clearing firms, to include rates and availability.
Commission Management
Easily set client commission rates to be applied to the EOD file to clearing.
Reporting
Consolidated Audit Trail

Our platform supports seamless CAT compliance by:

By automating CAT reporting, our system helps firms reduce risk, ensure regulatory compliance, and focus on trading operations without worrying about back-office complexities.

• Capturing and formatting all relevant order lifecycle events
• Validating data for accuracy and completeness
• Submitting reports to the CAT central repository within regulatory timelines
• Managing error corrections and compliance monitoring

CAIS Reporting

AQUAS BLUE supports comprehensive CAIS (Customer Account Information System) Reporting, enabling firms to meet FINRA’s regulatory requirements with confidence and efficiency. Our platform automates the collection, validation, and submission of account-level data, including account openings, updates, and authorized individuals, ensuring timely and accurate filings. With built-in audit trails, exception handling, and compliance alerts, AQUAS BLUE helps firms maintain data integrity and stay ahead of regulatory obligations in a secure and streamlined manner.

Exception Reporting (Wash Sales, Spoofing, Layering, Log Files, etc)

AQUAS BLUE provides powerful Exception Reporting tools designed to detect and flag irregular trading activity in real time. The platform monitors for potential compliance breaches such as wash sales, spoofing, layering, and other market manipulation tactics. Integrated log file analysis and customizable rule engines allow compliance teams to quickly identify exceptions, investigate patterns, and generate audit-ready reports. With automated alerts and detailed audit trails, AQUAS BLUE ensures firms maintain market integrity and regulatory readiness at all times.

Rule 606/605 Reporting

Our platform automates compliance with SEC Rules 605 and 606, delivering full transparency into order execution and routing practices.

Rule 605 (Execution Quality):
We generate detailed execution quality reports, including metrics like execution speed, price improvement, and fill rates, ensuring your firm meets disclosure requirements with accuracy and consistency.

Rule 606 (Order Routing):
Our system compiles and delivers both public and customer-specific reports on order routing, including venue usage and payment for order flow (PFOF) disclosures, helping your firm stay compliant and transparent.With our built-in 605/606 reporting engine, you can streamline regulatory workflows, reduce manual effort, and demonstrate a commitment to best execution.

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