Advanced Forum on Derivatives
Reducing Counterparty and Legal Risks in Derivatives Transactions
In This Challenging Economic Environment, You Cannot Afford to Make Mistakes When Trading With Derivatives
The misuse of derivatives trading has been raised as one of the main causes for the financial crisis. As a result, the framework of derivatives trading is undergoing changes, including a trend towards the regulation of all types of derivatives. In the aftermath of the economic meltdown, professionals and lawyers in the financial industry must not only devise new strategies to adapt to the shifting market place and regulatory environment but also find ways to avoid repeating costly mistakes. As a result, in order to succeed in this highly complex and specialized area of derivatives trading and minimize your risk of fi nancial losses, you must be up-to-date on the latest trends, fully understand their effects and devise effective strategies to maintain profitably.
- Explore remedial actions when a Counterparty becomes downgraded
- Gain insights into the eff ect of the financial crisis on the use of collateral in derivatives transactions
- Leverage your knowledge of the Quebec Derivatives Act and its ramifications
- Obtain best practices for achieving compliance with SWAP criteria
- Master the intricacies of the “Big Bang” and “Small Bang” Protocols