Credit Default Swaps – The Big Picture
I recently posted my "Credit Default Swaps - The Big Picture" presentation for download. It was prepared to introduce Credit Default Swap instruments and...
How soon Smart Contracts will disrupt Derivatives Market?
We all experienced the excitement and the hype of the Bitcoin explosion. Prices went up, and prices went down; it was a manic moment....
Event Mapping between Internal Systems and FpML for Regulatory Reporting
The introduction of open protocols almost two decades ago changed the face of communication among financial institutions. The first one was FIX protocol. Although...
What are Index, Basket, Portfolio?
Although these common street terms, many are confused when it comes defining them. These are just street terms with specific understanding. But sometimes the...
My Book “Managing Derivatives Contracts” Released
My book "Managing Derivatives Contracts: A Guide to Derivatives Market Structure, Contract Life Cycle, Operations, and Systems" is just released. This is the only...
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Credit event
An event that leads to a diminished market value for a reference obligation (corporate debt security or loan) other than market interest rates.
Cash flows of credit derivatives
It includes payments associated with initial settlement, periodic premium or coupon payments, termination fee, credit settlement
Course on Derivatives Life Cycle for Boursa Kuwait
Last week and half, I was in Kuwait. It was a great experience conducting a training at Boursa Kuwait. We had a good blend...
Event Mapping between Internal Systems and FpML for Regulatory Reporting
The introduction of open protocols almost two decades ago changed the face of communication among financial institutions. The first one was FIX protocol. Although...
How soon Smart Contracts will disrupt Derivatives Market?
We all experienced the excitement and the hype of the Bitcoin explosion. Prices went up, and prices went down; it was a manic moment....
