Institutional Financial Markets (NYSEAMERICAN:COHN) (NYSE American: COHN) is an independent broker-dealer specializing in fixed-income and equity securities trading for institutional clients. The firm provides market-making, riskless principal transactions and agency execution services across a broad spectrum of instruments, including U.S. Treasuries, government agency securities, mortgage-backed securities, corporate bonds and municipal debt. Its trading platform is designed to enhance liquidity, facilitate price discovery and support efficient execution of large‐scale transactions.
In addition to core trading activities, Institutional Financial Markets offers customized financing solutions and portfolio optimization strategies. Clients benefit from access to sophisticated electronic trading systems, direct market connectivity and proprietary algorithms that help manage interest rate, credit and liquidity risk. The firm’s sales and trading desks maintain continuous communication with asset managers, hedge funds, insurance companies and pension plans to deliver timely market insights and execution support.
Founded in the early 1990s, Institutional Financial Markets has evolved alongside regulatory and technological advances in the capital markets. Headquartered in New York City, the firm serves domestic and select international institutional investors through its network of regional offices. Over the years, it has expanded its footprint via strategic partnerships and technology investments, positioning itself to respond to evolving market structure and regulatory requirements.
Institutional Financial Markets is led by a management team of seasoned capital markets professionals. The firm’s executives bring decades of experience in trading, risk management and regulatory compliance, ensuring that its operations adhere to the highest standards of market conduct and operational resilience. This leadership focus supports the company’s commitment to innovation, client service and long-term growth in the institutional trading sector.
