Quantum computing meets financial markets
HSBC and IBM have demonstrated the first successful application of quantum computing in bond trading, achieving a 34% improvement in bond price predictions. This represents a real-world validation of quantum’s impact on high-frequency, high-stakes financial markets.
From concept to competitive edge
Using IBM’s Heron quantum processor, HSBC tested how quantum computing could optimize over-the-counter trading, where fast and accurate pricing models are crucial. The results showed that quantum techniques could outperform traditional models in uncovering hidden market signals.
Strategic implications for finance and beyond
As trading relies more on algorithmic models, quantum computing is poised to become a differentiator in financial services. For Belgium’s financial sector, this is a signal to engage with quantum-ready strategies, both in talent development and cross-industry partnerships.
