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Market Risk
Risks Were Visible in EMIR Data Prior to Archegos Collapse: ESMA
By Manesh Samtani | 19/05/2022
ESMA found that reported trade activity data could be used to track the evolution of Archegos’ positions in individual stocks and analyse the mark-to-market value of its portfolio of swaps.
Trading & Investment
ASIC to Issue Derivatives Reporting Consultation Soon
By Manesh Samtani | 11/05/2022
ASIC’s Alex Orgaz-Barnier says APAC regulators are targeting a common implementation date and alignment to the greatest extent possible.
Structural Regulation
EU Banks Seek Easing of Proposed Rules for Third Country Banks
By Editors | 07/04/2022
Banks are reportedly concerned that measures proposed in October will make it harder to access international markets and cross-border services.
Clearing & Post-Trade
Japan, EU Enhance Framework on Regulatory Cooperation
By Mark Johnston | 02/04/2022
The adoption of the regulatory cooperation framework follows the signing of an amended MoC by Japan’s FSA and ESMA.
Clearing & Post-Trade
European Commission Proposes Enhancements to CSDR
By Editors | 19/03/2022
The proposal seeks to provide more proportionate and effective rules for CSDs, while also facilitating their ability to offer cross-border services.
Climate Risk
ESMA Consults on Climate Risk Stress Testing Approach for CCPs
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 02/03/2022
ESMA has identified four elements of climate risk that may adversely impact CCPs – physical risk, rapid transition risk, business risk, and collateral replacement risk.
Structural Regulation
ESMA Launches New Register for Simple Securitisations
By Editors | 07/02/2022
The new register provides originators and sponsors an enhanced notification system and assists investors in performing due diligence.
ESG Data
SEBI Proposes Regulatory Framework for ESG Rating Providers
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 27/01/2022
SEBI says reliance on unregulated ESG rating providers poses risks to investors, transparency and the efficiency of securities markets.
Supervision & Enforcement
European Commission Proposes to Strengthen Supervisory Bodies
By Editors | 29/11/2021
In the aftermath of the Wirecard scandal, German regulator BaFin was accused of being beholden to banking industry lobbyists and the finance ministry.
Clearing & Post-Trade
EU Lawmakers Agree to Defer Mandatory Buy-in Rules
By Manesh Samtani | 29/11/2021
A decision to postpone implementation of the mandatory buy-in rules under the CSDR settlement discipline regime has been agreed.
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