Why is the infrastructure for clearing, settlement and custody so important? This conference will highlight market outlook for 2015 and beyond in clearing, settlement and custody business and hear fresh insights on the progress made in settlement efficiency across Asia Pacific, Middle East, Africa, Latin America, Europe and the region as well as recent initiatives with respect to Securities Settlement Systems. Discussion will include the importance of introducing stress-testing framework for central counterparties (CCPs) to improve transparency in risk management and allowing clearing members and regulators to easily compare CCPs, requirements for clearing and settlement systems as well as perspective from leading investment managers on same-day affirmation rates and settlement aim at reducing post-trade costs and inefficiencies.