Abstract: An automated method and system achieves higher than currently possible leverage in trading synthetic positions (e.g., Asset Packages) consisting of cash equivalent and its derivative. The derivative leg of the Asset Package is used as collateral for the whole package to the extent that it hedges the market risk of the synthetic position. The Asset Package Market Maker assembles (quotes) synthetic positions based on the underlying markets' quotes, which includes a discount (embedded margin). The amount of the discount is based on the value of package collateral, such as the put strike in case of a synthetic call position. The discounted synthetic position is then traded in the virtual asset package market, established and made by such a market maker on a real-time basis. The method and system are applicable to various assets and related derivatives. The method and system herein can be used for trading any asset, right or liability not just securities, equities, derivatives or other like instruments.

Abstract: An electronic system for aggregated pricing of linked multi-leg (e.g., equity/option and option/option) asset packages with an additional link to an automated broker system for trading the linked asset packages are disclosed. The invention provides methodology and apparatus to electronically produce aggregated price quotes for packages of instruments designed to represent traditional trading strategies involving cash and their derivatives (e.g., stock and equity options). The system develops packages according to specified strategies, and prices the packages based on the national best bid and offer (NBBO) or direct input from participating market makers and investors. The packages are designed for easy understanding by traditional investors and designed for trading through a single order. These packages are desirable over separately trading the asset and its derivative (e.g.