The proposal is part of an effort to improve transparency in the over-the-counter (OTC) derivatives markets
Utility now supports derivatives trade reporting for all provinces and territories
The ESMA is proposing to postpone the phase-in period for counterpartines with a limited volume of dertivatives
However, central clearing is less prevalent in other segments of OTC derivatives markets
New index tracks Canadian companies that trade in the U.S. over-the-counter market
IOSCO, CPMI release consultation paper
But there’s good progress on trade reporting requirements for OTC derivatives, and higher capital requirements for non-centrally cleared derivatives are mostly in force
Regulator publishes final amendment to rule requirng derivatives trades to be reported to trade repositories
Both the notional and market value of outstanding OTC derivatives contracts
Enhanced disclosure serves the interests of investors