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Banking on a more advanced approach
Banks must review their advanced measurement approach models if they are to experience a smooth transition under the new Basel II regime. By Thomas Kaiser, of consultants KPMG
Each time a directive is altered in the run-up to implementation, the resulting rewording and reprinting of documentation can prove almost as challenging as getting the changes accepted by the industry....
Corporate social responsibility is an oft-bandied term among big business, but frustratingly hard to define. Peter Madigan looks at the risk issues for banks and what risk and compliance executives need...
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