Thai SMEs at risk from Basel III CVA charge – Bank of Thailand profile

The impact on the real economy and on SMEs of regulatory reforms such as Basel III and OTC derivatives rules, says Somboon Chitphentom of the Bank of Thailand

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Somboon Chitphentom

Banks in Thailand have successfully implemented Basel III capital requirements starting from January 1, 2013. Local and foreign banks in Thailand must maintain the capital adequacy ratio of at least 8.5%, which is unchanged from the current requirement. Tier I capital must be at least 6%, including minimum 4.5% of common equity.

However, the implementation of the Basel III credit valuation adjustment (CVA) risk capital charge is still under consideration, says Somboon Chitphentom, senior

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