Citi’s Former Exec Matthew Cousens Joins Clear Street as MD, Head Electronic Execution for EMEA

Clear Street, a technology-driven prime brokerage and financial infrastructure firm, has tapped Matthew Cousens to lead its electronic execution operations across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.

Clear Street Eyes EMEA Expansion with New Leadership

Based in London, Cousens will focus on building out the company’s execution capabilities to better serve institutional clients in the region. The move reflects Clear Street’s broader strategy to strengthen its international footprint by deepening its expertise and operational capacity outside the United States.

"Lots to do here as we look to build on the success that Clear Street has already achieved. But with a great team coming together here in London, we have a very exciting future ahead," Cousens wrote on LinkedIn today (Monday).

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Previously, Matthew Cousens held the position of Head of EMEA Equities. Prior to that, he served as the Managing Director for Citi for 2 years, and previously as the Head of EMEA Execution Sales.

Expect ongoing updates as this story evolves.