Global Custody

In conjunction with the DB Custody front end system and the Custody Database, db trader provides the following Global Custody functionality:

International Numbering Schemes, i.e., ISIN, CUSIP
Pre-Advice Facility (PRAF) Module
Security Borrow / Loan Module
SWIFT Module (Interfacing and Messaging)
Depot Management
Vault Administration
Certificate Processing
Interfaces to Clearing Agencies, i.e., Euroclear, Kassenverein, CEDEL

The following enhancements to ensure a competitive Global Custody system and to interconnect worldwide custodian services are in the implementation phase:

Sub-Custodian Global Routing System (DB TIGR)
Enhanced Reporting
Enhanced Communications Links
Custodianship of Repos
Performance Calculation Service

The DB TIGR -- db trader Intelligent Global Router -- will link db trader worldwide. Initial processing links have already been established: an Auto Custody Link is in place between Tokyo and Hong Kong; a DTC Trade Affirmation process is in place between London and New York.