Beyond M&A

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

In addition to digital technology, Tech Due Diligence must look at the ‘boring’ areas of risk and governance. This means assessing key documents such as a risk register, risk mitigation plan, business impact analysis, incident response plans, etc. There are numerous reasons why: It’s good practice.

Government

The TRADE

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Michael Peters At a recent roundtable, Deutsche Börse Group derivatives exchange, Eurex, shared its plan to harmonise onto one risk management infrastructure over the next two years. Almost a decade ago, back in 2014, Eurex clearing was a leading innovator when it came to real-time risk management.

Risk Management

Business Standard - FInance

JULY 1, 2023

lakh crore due to initiatives taken by the government and underlined the need for continuing the momentum to fuel economy. Inaugurating the corporate office of Punjab and Sind Bank here, the minister said that banks need to "build on laurels" by following the best corporate governance principles.

Profitability

The TRADE

APRIL 17, 2024

The first three recommendations focus on enhancing liquidity risk management practices and governance. FSB’s report highlights the critical balance between margin and collateral calls as necessary risk management measures and their potential to amplify liquidity demand during periods of stress.

Funds

OfficeHours

MAY 16, 2023

Liquidity is essential for businesses and governments to access capital. Additionally, liquidity is important for governments because it gives them access to debt markets to sell securities to fund deficits. This diversification can also help reduce systemic risk in the market by spreading risk across a wide range of assets.

Financial Market

Peak Frameworks

AUGUST 24, 2023

Definition and Concept of an Independent Director This independence allows them to provide an unbiased perspective, making them an essential component of good corporate governance. Incorporating such principles into corporate governance can significantly enhance its effectiveness.

Government

Business Standard - FInance

JUNE 4, 2023

Boards should set clear expectations for management and should require reports on risk management on a regular basis, said Rao, at a conference of directors of state-run and private banks in May

Banking

Cleary M&A and Corporate Governance Watch

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

The Financial Reporting Council (FRC) has published an updated UK Corporate Governance Code (the Code), most of which will take effect from 1 January 2025. The Code will retain the flexibility of the current “comply or explain” policy, allowing directors to tailor governance practices to the specific circumstances of each company.

Government

The TRADE

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

The factors include upholding high standards around compliance, risk management and corporate governance.   Matt DellaRocca, head of liquidity and analytics, APAC, LMAX Exchange, said: “As Singapore becomes an increasingly important hub for global FX trading, we are delighted to have the support and recognition from MAS.

Trading

Cleary M&A and Corporate Governance Watch

AUGUST 2, 2023

Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC” or “Commission”) adopted rules to enhance and standardize disclosure requirements related to cybersecurity incident reporting and cybersecurity risk management, strategy, and governance. Exception for Matters of National Security or Public Safety. In new Item 1.05(c),

Government

Mergers and Inquisitions

MARCH 13, 2023

In 24 hours, it went from “We’re fine, but we took some losses and need additional capital” to “The FDIC is taking over, the government has guaranteed uninsured deposits, and there might be additional bank runs and a financial crisis or three.” It’s the second-biggest bank failure in U.S. history and the largest bank to collapse since 2008.

Banking

The TRADE

MAY 21, 2024

Adding US Euro and Sterling corporate bonds and MBS on BrokerTec Quote creates a fuller product suite with US and Euro repo on all major government bonds that currently trade on the platform. From launch, clients will have the ability to orchestrate their risk management and fixed income financing needs from one platform.

Corporation

Growth Business

APRIL 23, 2024

By Joe Seddon on Growth Business - Your gateway to entrepreneurial success In the corridors of power within many a boardroom, discussions traditionally orbit around growth, culture, and risk management. Having a range of life experiences and viewpoints on tap also helps eradicate blind spots when it comes to risk management.

Risk Management

The TRADE

JUNE 12, 2024

With the size of transactions in the US Treasury market now exceeding $7 trillion daily, CCLF is will serve as a risk management tool used for managing FICC’s liquidity risk linked to settlement activity.

Risk Management

The TRADE

JULY 10, 2024

The calculator enables participants to evaluate potential margin and clearing fund obligations associated with becoming a member of DTCC’s Fixed Income Clearing Corporation (FICC) Government Securities Division (GSD).

Risk Management

Cleary M&A and Corporate Governance Watch

JANUARY 23, 2024

Less attention has been given to the risks AI creates for boards and management teams, which call for sophisticated governance, operational and risk perspectives. This article identifies key areas of risk and offers suggestions for mitigation on the road to realizing the enormous benefits AI promises.

Risk Management

Mergers and Inquisitions

MARCH 22, 2023

The deal is backstopped by the Swiss government, which committed ~$10 billion to absorb potential losses (UBS will absorb the first ~$5 billion). If the losses are even higher, UBS and the Swiss government will split them above this $15 billion level. The AT1 bondholders are now banding together to file a lawsuit.

Banking

Cleary M&A and Corporate Governance Watch

APRIL 25, 2023

government debt plays out over the coming months, the United States is in uncharted territory. And so are directors and management teams at corporates, whether public or private. As the threat of an unprecedented default in U.S. debt (even short of an actual default) would be a new scenario for which no one has a playbook.

Debt

OfficeHours

JUNE 6, 2023

Risk Mitigation: Private equity firms bring a disciplined approach to investment decision-making and risk management. Through extensive due diligence and financial analysis, they identify investment opportunities with favorable risk-return profiles.

Private Equity

Growth Business

JANUARY 23, 2024

Risk management Needless to say, as with any form of insurance, there is an expectation that due consideration is given to understanding and managing your risk. The government portal offers some insightful articles, reference points and external links to assist in this area.

Insurance

The TRADE

JANUARY 3, 2024

Whilst initial focus will be on T+1 in the US, governing authorities must weigh up the cost-benefit of an accelerated cycle whilst maintaining a stable, efficient, and competitive European capital market.     Technology advancement continues at a pace.  Markets will be shaped by the impacts of a shortened settlement cycle.

Trading

The TRADE

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Read more – The Outsourced Trading Handbook 2023 Finally, the important aspect of data was addressed, specifically its role in model risk management and the potential for AI to affect risk through sample bias, model drift, and the black box effect.

Risk Management

Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

JULY 8, 2025

Abacode specializes in holistic, outcome-driven cybersecurity solutions and governance programs that help businesses transform their cyber risk management strategies and turn compliance challenges into competitive advantages. Thrive has always been on the front lines of navigating customers through these challenges.

Government

Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

JUNE 25, 2024

Fraudulent activities include money laundering, cyber-attacks, tax evasion, identity theft, and insurance fraud, which are common in businesses such as finance, government, healthcare, and insurance.

Insurance

Cleary M&A and Corporate Governance Watch

JANUARY 24, 2024

In addition to requiring certain annual disclosures relating to cybersecurity risk management, strategy and governance, the final rules added Item 1.05

Risk Management

The TRADE

OCTOBER 24, 2023

The move secured the support of a broad range of key market participants, including banks, clearing firms, asset managers and custodians, including the likes of BNY Mellon, Citi and Goldman Sachs. Euronext’s VaR-based margin methodology focuses on Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, and Irish government bonds.

Trading

Peak Frameworks

MAY 2, 2024

The Basics of Deregulation Deregulation is the process of reducing government restrictions on businesses with the aim of improving the efficiency of markets. This move towards a less regulated economy is driven by beliefs that market forces can regulate themselves and that government interventions often result in inefficiencies.

IT

The TRADE

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Instead, a combination of rising interest rates, inflation, soaring energy prices and geopolitical tensions have hit hedge funds, and subsequently the risk management practices of prime brokers. But unlike incidents of the past, the market mayhem of 2023 has not been confined to one event.

Broker

The TRADE

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

He most recently served as managing director in its institutional rates sales business, overseeing key strategic relationships and distributing global rates products. Elsewhere in his career, Chalkley served as a European government bond, inflation and absolute return fund manager at BlackRock.

Sale

The TRADE

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Clearing obligations will become stricter, with enhanced oversight of margin requirements and risk management processes. Despite these new potentially arduous compliance pressures, trading desks are also likely to benefit from reduced counterparty risk and improved market confidence thanks to the changes.

Trading

The TRADE

JULY 25, 2023

The PRA specifically cited “significant failures in risk management and governance between 1 January 2020 and 31 March 2021, in connection with the Firms’ exposures to Archegos Capital Management”. The £87 million penalty issued by the PRA is a new record for the watchdog – despite it being reduced by 30% from £124.4

Risk Management

Peak Frameworks

JUNE 5, 2023

This phase typically involves increased market volatility and heightened investment risk. Managing Risk in Recession During a recession, risk management becomes particularly important for financial professionals. For instance, during a recession, the government can increase spending to stimulate economic activity.

Business

The TRADE

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

The EU has developed the Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) regulation will take effect from next year, while the UK government has revealed plans to develop a separate framework based on existing regulations where possible. Elsewhere Singapore, Hong Kong and Dubai have also launched or are developing comprehensive frameworks.

Trading

Peak Frameworks

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Economics is a vast discipline, but at its core, economics examines how entities manage their scarce resources. Economics not only shapes how we view the world, but also guides how businesses, governments, and individuals allocate resources. Adam Smith's Perspective on Economics Who was Adam Smith?

Economics

The TRADE

OCTOBER 18, 2024

If you look at sovereign wealth funds and pension funds, as a macro trend, they’re starting to insource more of their own risk management. So, they’re starting to ask their managers and their custodians and administrators for data that’s at the same time point. or 2% in fees when I could be paying just 0.5%?”

Asset Management

The TRADE

AUGUST 4, 2023

Perpetual futures are a main stay of the crypto ecosystem in terms of linear risk management, but essentially there is highly limited access for North American players in that space, if any at all. I would say governance and oversight in the North American market is probably more than sufficient in terms of stringency.

Trading

The TRADE

JANUARY 4, 2024

Examples highlighted by the report include The London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) having converted itself into a global data powerhouse, ICE is modernising the US mortgage market, Nasdaq making waves in the risk management business, and key players such as Tradeweb and MarketAxess acquiring algo providers. to just over £2.6

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