BaFin clarification could hit multi-cédulas hard
In a move that may lead to renewed volatility of certain covered bonds, the German regulator, BaFin, sent out a draft letter that aims to clarify how domestic insurance companies treat structured covered bonds for capital adequacy purposes. The harsher treatment has added to concerns that these structures may weaken, though for some investors this may herald an investment opportunity.
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