CDS on US Sovereign Debt – FAQ

Updated responses to some frequently-asked questions that ISDA has received in connection with a potential CDS Credit Event on US sovereign debt. This does not constitute legal advice, and is subject in all respects to any determination that the ISDA Americas Credit Derivatives Determinations Committee may make in relation to CDS referencing the United States. ISDA makes no comment on the likelihood of the events described in this FAQ.

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