Following the financial crisis, both securities lending and repurchase transactions came under increased scrutiny as they were perceived to have contributed to the build-up of hidden leverage in the market. Regulators sought to introduce Securities Financing Transaction Regulation (SFTR), covering three key requirements: transaction reporting, disclosure obligations and collateral reuse obligations. SFTR is a sweeping mandatory change for the securities …
Planning for the Implications of Brexit
On the morning of the 24th June 2016, the EU woke up to the news that voters in the UK had narrowly voted in favour of leaving the European Union.
Transforming Trade in the EU Derivatives Market
Implementing Mifid II from regulatory interpretation through to compliance.
The FX Global Code
An interview with David Newland, Head of Industry Solutions and Partner at New Link Consulting, to find out what impact the FX Global Code will have on organisations.
Brexit Insights
An interview with New Link Consulting Partner Tom Masters discussing the ramifications of Brexit on the Financial Services Industry and preparations firms should make.