Regulation
Investors cheer Fed guidance on bank credit risk transfers
Institutions say clarification of regulations could jump-start US market
JP Morgan, BofA say Basel III plan could wipe out capital cushion
Banks forecast $82 billion cumulative hike in capital requirements from Fed proposals
Crypto: too important to ignore
This WatersTechnology rapid read survey report examines the crypto finance priorities of institutional investors, how far along they are on their crypto journeys, the challenges in entering and participating in this market, and what they value most when…
The importance of data-driven decision-making in Apac
Embracing data-driven decision-making enabled by digital technologies is crucial for the success of lending institutions in Apac
Navigating IFRS 9: strategies for effective implementation, and what comes next
A recent webinar focused on the Apac region, sponsored by SAS and Intel, explored the key challenges of implementing IFRS 9, the insights gained from the process and what the next stages might involve. This article explores the main themes covered in the…
New trends in interest rate and liquidity risk management
A recent series of Risk.net webinars explored the banking crisis, interest rate risk and revamping banking asset-liability management practices. In the series, panellists dissected what went wrong and identified early lessons. Fast forward to the close…
Apac banks put trust in pre‑trade
Amid tougher trading conditions, Apac banks are making greater use of pre‑trade analytics to inform their strategies and reduce risk. But how successful are these tools?
New threats, old foibles prompt banks to switch GRC vendors
Op Risk Benchmarking: more than half of participants are reviewing or switching systems
Navigating IFRS 9: strategies for effective implementation and moving beyond
There has been a constant change within the landscape of financial reporting, and IFRS 9 has been proven to be a critical component.
EU banks set for 6.7% capital hike on output floor tweaks removal
Unwind of EU-specific transitional arrangements could suddenly inflate Tier 1 risk-based charges, EBA analysis suggests
Adapting to economic uncertainty: internal audit’s journey
In this report, internal auditors in different sectors have shared their experiences and strategies, providing valuable insights for others facing similar challenges
Risk and compliance in a transforming Asia: accelerating change, regulation and technology
Risk and compliance frameworks are undergoing an intense period of change throughout Asia. Amid the response to the Covid-19 pandemic, increasing dependence on third parties, the prevalence of cyber attacks and a need to protect privacy, there are…
Identity verification solutions 2023: market and vendor landscape
This report analyses the current identity verification solutions landscape and examines the key market trends, regulatory drivers and vendor strategies shaping it
Banks unravel data conundrum as FRTB implementations stall
This Risk.net rapid read survey report details how much progress banks have made in implementing FRTB and highlights the major challenges they face in gaining data insight, both for the SA and the IMA.
Goldman most threatened by Fed’s rejig of modelled capital charges
End of credit risk modelling and scaling up of SCB’s role could tip six US banks below minimum requirements
JP Morgan only bank set to benefit from Fed’s G-Sib review
Proposal to reduce ‘cliff effects’ would generate 10bp surcharge relief while four peers face higher requirements
AOCI reinclusion would push 10 US banks below capital requirements
KeyCorp, Truist and UBS Americas the worst affected by removal of paper-loss waiver
SEC rewrite of criteria for investor ‘group’ alarms buy-siders
Hedge funds fear it will freeze out activists and have chilling effect on everyday discussions
360° of climate: indices for every objective
This white paper explores a variety of climate strategy targeting objectives, including low carbon, fossil fuel-free and net zero to enable investors to respond to the risks and opportunities of the climate challenge.
The evolution of the fixed income tradable ecosystem: North American and European credit markets
Fixed income tradable indexes are designed to provide an efficient means to measure the bond market. This paper offers an introductory reference for these instruments and highlights their performance in recent market periods.
Zions model change reverses positive EVE projections
Estimated impact of interest rate shocks up to 17.7pp higher under adjusted assumptions
ALM banking after the crisis: stress-testing for more robust liquidity management practices
A panel of industry experts discusses a new age of depositor behaviour and the expected evolution of regulations in the wake of the ALM banking crisis. They share insights on achieving integrated approaches to ALM, as well as dynamic hedging strategies…
Automating regulatory compliance and reporting
Flaws in the regulation of the banking sector have been addressed initially by Basel III, implemented last year. Financial institutions can comply with capital and liquidity requirements in a natively integrated yet modular environment by utilising…
The changing face of credit portfolio management at banks
The final Basel III framework will require banks to rethink capital allocation and risk transfer strategies in light of new rules on calculating risk-weighted assets, increased emphasis on the standardised approach and a new leverage ratio. CPM will be…