Market Infrastructure

LIBOR Transition Requires Efforts now, Despite BMR Grace Period

07/03/2019

Regardless of the BMR compliance extension, it is important that LIBOR transition programmes continue to progress quickly, says Matthieu Sachot at Chappuis Halder & Co.

Market Infrastructure

Independent Amount – 10 Years and No Change Since Lehman Collapse

19/09/2018

Counterparties are exposed to material downside risk in posting collateral without restrictions on rehypothecation or non-segregation, says Matthieu Sachot at Chappuis Halder & Co.

Market Infrastructure

The End of IBOR – The Asia Take

19/06/2018

Though uncertainty remains on when LIBOR migration is really going to be due, the earlier the banks set this in motion, the lower the execution risk and cost in the long run. This article highlights the local benchmarking effort in Asia and the key areas banks should have on their roadmap, starting now.

Capital / Liquidity

Trapped Liquidity Optimisation – Solutions for Asia

09/11/2017

Regulators in the region are introducing ever-tighter rules on the movement of cash and assets. Firms need to find innovative solutions.

Securities / Derivatives

OTC Margining in Asia – Still Unfinished Business

31/07/2017

With the 1st September deadline looming, three key points – besides the risk of regulatory breach – are gaining the financial industry’s attention in Asia.