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New system starts with nearly 100% coverage of trading data
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Singapore is introducing bail-ins into its banking system for the first time as it attempts to strengthen its powers to resolve failed lenders. But those familiar with other bail-in regimes around the world will find the Lion City’s version alien. -
The European Council published its compromise text on bank structural reform last Friday, laying out an escape route for banks or jurisdictions not wanting to split off trading activities. However, the proposal would add another layer of capital for the largest banks.
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Fitch is considering following Moody’s in splitting out counterparty ratings for banks, a move which would make its criteria more sensitive to the new reality of bank resolution.
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European banks are well placed to absorb additional capital requirements from the proposed Basel IV framework although those from France might find it more difficult to make the step up, according to a study by Deutsche Bank.
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The European Council presidency and the EU Parliament have agreed on a regulation that seeks to stop banks from moving parts of their securities lending and repo practices to shadow banks in order to circumvent regulations.
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Barclays has promoted two senior bankers to jointly head its financial institutions business in Europe.
