Hudson River Trading

Algorithmic trading firm for institutional clients

New York City, New York, United States

About Hudson River Trading

Hudson River Trading focuses on algorithmic trading, utilizing advanced mathematical models and computing systems to make trading decisions in financial markets. The firm develops proprietary trading algorithms that analyze large amounts of market data to identify and execute trades at high speeds, often within milliseconds. This approach allows HRT to serve institutional clients like hedge funds and investment banks, operating in major financial hubs worldwide. Unlike many competitors, HRT emphasizes a scientific and research-driven methodology, continually investing in the development of its algorithms to enhance trading efficiency. The company's goal is to generate revenue through high-frequency trading by executing a large volume of trades with small profit margins.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
2002Year Founded
$630MTotal Funding
DEBT_GENERALCompany Stage
Fintech, Quantitative Finance, Financial ServicesIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Dental, Vision, Disability, Health, Life, and Supplemental Life Insurance
Flexible Spending Account
Health Savings Account
401(k)
Paid Time Off
Free lunch or snacks
Gym membership

Risks

Competition from DeFi platforms challenges traditional trading firms.
Decentralized order books may disrupt traditional trading models.
Shift towards secure trading platforms could attract clients away from traditional firms.

Differentiation

HRT uses advanced mathematical models for high-frequency trading decisions.
The firm has a global presence in key financial hubs worldwide.
HRT's proprietary algorithms analyze vast market data for trading opportunities.

Upsides

Increased interest in DeFi and blockchain drives innovation in trading platforms.
Decentralized order books offer new data sources for high-frequency trading.
Growth of crypto data platforms enhances HRT's algorithmic models and strategies.