Points of view

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    The false economy of the 'million dollar spreadsheet'

    Achieving operational efficiency and collateral optimisation in OTC derivatives

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    European Markets Infrastructure Regulation (EMIR): The 'power steering' for central clearing

    Introduction In response to the 2008 financial crisis, governments and regulators globally imposed a requirement for transparency around the nonstandard OTC derivatives market. The European Securities Market Association (ESMA) was tasked with drafting legislation covering the European OTC derivatives markets, which led to the creation of the European Markets Infrastructure Regulation (EMIR).

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    At the forefront

    James Tomkinson (Specialist in OTC clearing and collateral management, Rule Financial) explains how the emerging quadparty solution could be the key to overcoming formidable operational challenges.

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    Know your insider

    A practical guide to mitigating internal data security threats.

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    Fundamental building blocks for strategic change

    Planning to kick off a change programme? Excited yet concerned about the prospect of the challenge? You are right to be cautious. It is estimated that between 60% and 70% of change initiatives fail or do not fully meet their objectives.

 
 
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