MARKET INFRASTRUCTURE

    Market Infrastructure

    HKMA Directs Banks to Prepare for OpRisk Rule Updates

    By Manesh Samtani | 22/04/2021

    The HKMA plans to revise its SPM module on Operational Risk Management to incorporate elements of the revised PSMOR issued by the BCBS.

    ESG / Sustainability

    APRA Issues Draft Guidance on Climate-related Financial Risk

    By Manesh Samtani | 22/04/2021

    The consultation says institutions and boards may face liability risks if they do not adequately consider or respond to the impacts of climate change.

    Market Infrastructure

    ARRC Outlines Principles for Forward-Looking SOFR Term Rate

    By Editors | 22/04/2021

    The ARRC said it is seeking to provide greater clarity on the likelihood and potential timing of a recommended SOFR term rate for certain uses.

    ESG / Sustainability

    PBOC Announces Additional Measures on Climate

    By Manesh Samtani | 21/04/2021

    The PBOC will allocate more green bonds to China’s foreign exchange reserves. A new catalogue of projects that are eligible for green bond issuance has been issued.

    Market Infrastructure

    StanChart Commits to Cutting Emissions in Shipping Portfolio

    By Manesh Samtani | 21/04/2021

    Standard Chartered has joined 25 other signatories to the Poseidon Principles, a global framework that targets carbon emission cuts in the shipping industry.

    Market Infrastructure

    FMSB Offers Guidance on Transitioning LIBOR Back Book

    By Manesh Samtani | 20/04/2021

    The Spotlight Review examines back book transition complexities through practical case studies and sets out key considerations for managing the associated risks.

    ESG / Sustainability

    US Treasury Unveils Coordinated Climate Policy Strategy

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 20/04/2021

    The Treasury Department has created a new Climate Hub and appointed a Climate Counsellor to coordinate and lead efforts to address climate change.

    Market Infrastructure

    BCBS to Discuss Archegos Collapse, Total Return Swaps

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 20/04/2021

    The BCBS will intensify scrutiny of structured financial products and total return swaps, according to Secretary General Carolyn Rogers.

    Securities / Derivatives

    ISDA to Consolidate Interest Rate Derivatives Definitional Book

    By Editors | 20/04/2021

    The new 2021 ISDA Interest Rate Derivatives Definitions will be published on 17 May, with target implementation scheduled for October.

    Market Infrastructure

    Japan Sets End Date for New JPY LIBOR Interest Rate Swaps

    By Manesh Samtani | 20/04/2021

    New interest rate swaps referencing JPY LIBOR and maturing after the end of 2021 should cease by end-September 2021.

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