In this issue of IQ, we focus on the new margin regime in three feature articles. In the first, we consider just how much of the derivatives market will be affected by the non-cleared margin rules. In the second, we review the WGMR requirements and the efforts to translate those into binding national rules. The third article outlines ISDA’s WGMR implementation efforts and its work to develop a standard initial margin model.
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ISDA Recommendations to Simplify EU Regulation
On March 9, ISDA submitted a paper to the European Commission setting out focused proposals to improve the functioning of the EU regulatory framework for derivatives. The paper comprises eight targeted recommendations to simplify selected Level 1 provisions in a...
New Selection Process for Standard Reference Obligations (SROs) FAQs
This Frequently Asked Questions (“FAQ”) document gives information about the new selection process for Standard Reference Obligations (SROs). Note that ISDA may update these FAQs on occasion. Please check back periodically for new versions.
Refreshing the FX Definitions
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ISDA & EMTA Publish New FX Definitions
ISDA and EMTA, Inc., the trade association for emerging markets, have jointly published a revised set of standard definitions for foreign exchange (FX) derivatives transactions, which update key market practices and consolidate various FX and FX-related product templates and provisions...