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Investortools, a provider of fixed-income software solutions, has announced a new integration with Piper Sandler, an investment bank specialising in municipal bond trading. The partnership directly connects Piper Sandler to buy-side counterparties through the Investortools Dealer Network (IDN), aiming to offer clients seamless straight-through processing for bond transactions.
This integration allows municipal bond investors and asset managers to trade directly with Piper Sandler without leaving the Investortools platform. Through direct bi-lateral FIX connectivity, Piper Sandler’s full liquidity is now integrated into the Investortools portfolio, order, and execution management (POEM) system. The move is designed to enhance automation and optimize trade execution for a more efficient, end-to-end trading experience.
James Morris, Senior Vice President and Head of Sales at Investortools
James Morris, Senior Vice President and Head of Sales at Investortools, said, “Our integration with Piper Sandler reinforces our commitment to integrate with clients’ preferred trading partners and deliver robust automation capabilities. We understand the demands of busy buy-side clients who require seamless access and communication. Piper Sandler’s extensive market presence and proactive approach to electronic trading make them an ideal partner for expanding our network.”
Kyle Javes, Head of Municipal Fixed Income at Piper Sandler
The integration also highlights Piper Sandler’s ongoing efforts to invest in municipal algorithmic trading and electronic trading capabilities. Kyle Javes, Managing Director and Head of Municipal Fixed Income at Piper Sandler, commented, “Our buy-side clients operate in a fast-paced environment and prefer managing their trades within platforms where they manage their investments. By integrating with Investortools, we demonstrate our ongoing commitment to technological innovation, meeting our clients exactly where they want to transact, and addressing the evolving needs of the municipal bond marketplace.”
Both Investortools and Piper Sandler have over 40 years of experience in the fixed-income industry. The firms have consistently focused on innovation, connectivity, and automation in municipal bond trading, aiming to build more efficient, technology-driven trading ecosystems. Their collaboration seeks to empower clients to access deep liquidity, manage complex workflows, and benefit from real-time automation.
The integration is expected to streamline processes for asset managers and investors, reinforcing both firms' positions in the evolving landscape of municipal bond trading.
