ISDA has published a trio of videos looking at the implementation of margin rules for non-cleared derivatives. The series provides an overview of the margin rules, with a particular focus on the challenges posed by the variation margin ‘Big Bang’ on March 1, 2017.

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  Overview of Margin Rules

  ISDA’s CEO Scott O’Malia explains the implementation timeline for the new margining requirements for non-cleared derivatives.

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  What are the Variation Margin Rules?

  ISDA’s Chairman Eric Litvack outlines the variation margin requirements and highlights the need for firms to start preparing now.

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  How to Prepare for the VM Big Bang

  Mark New, Senior Counsel for the Americas at ISDA, describes the tools available to help firms prepare for the variation margin requirements.