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Axioma
The new era in Risk Management, Compliance and Assurance is here. Follow us at www.axioma-corp.com. | Axioma was founded in June of 2022 by our founder and...
Axioma
The new era in Risk Management, Compliance and Assurance is here. Follow us at www.axioma-corp.com. | Axioma was founded in June of 2022 by our founder and Managing Director Mr. Stephen Geerman MSc CIA. We are an experienced group of professionals with the right know-how and expertise to aid you and your organisation sail through the often complex and everchanging Governance, Risk Management and Compliance landscape.
General information
Firm type
Asset Manager
Location
Region
North America
Country
United States
City
New York
Corporate office
New York, NY, United States
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who owns Axioma after the acquisition by LSEG?
Axioma was acquired by the London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) in 2023 and is now part of LSEG’s Data & Analytics division. The acquisition closed in September 2023 (per LSEG, 2023). LSEG integrates Axioma’s risk models alongside its own data and index products.
Does Axioma provide standalone software or only integrated tools?
Axioma offers both. The firm’s risk models and optimization engines are available as standalone software products (on-premise or cloud) and are also integrated into larger platforms like LSEG’s Workspace. Clients can deploy Axioma Risk, Axioma Portfolio Optimizer, and Axioma Factor Exposure as separate solutions.
What asset classes does Axioma cover?
Axioma covers equities (including global and single-country indices), fixed income (government and corporate), multi-asset class portfolios, and increasingly, alternative assets. Its factor models are built for institutional-grade risk decomposition and are regularly updated.
Which institutions typically use Axioma?
Axioma’s clients include pension funds, endowments, sovereign wealth funds, hedge funds, asset managers, and wealth managers. According to the firm’s website, over 400 institutions use Axioma models for portfolio construction, risk monitoring, and performance attribution.
How does Axioma differentiate from other risk vendors?
Axioma’s primary differentiator is its academic-grade research translated into commercially deployed multi-factor models that are highly customizable. The firm’s risk models are widely cited in finance literature, and its optimization algorithms are considered a benchmark for risk budgeting workflows.
Is Axioma part of LSEG or a separate entity?
Following the 2023 acquisition, Axioma operates as a subsidiary within LSEG’s Data & Analytics business. It retains its brand and product suite but benefits from LSEG’s distribution and data assets. The acquisition strengthens LSEG’s position in the risk analytics segment.
What is Axioma's footprint in Asia and Europe?
Axioma serves clients globally with a significant presence in North America, Europe, and Asia. The firm has sales and support offices in London, Hong Kong, and other financial hubs. Its models accommodate local market factors, such as regional indices and currency exposures.
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