The EACT has responded to a joint consultation held by the European Supervisory Authorities on the risk-mitigation techniques for OTC-derivative contracts not cleared by a CCP. The margin requirements are meant to apply only to non-financial counterparties above the clearing threshold; however in our response we highlight that non-financial counterparties below the clearing threshold must be exempted from the requirements by default and that any prior agreement on exemption should not be necessary.
SEPA Instant Payment, an innovative instrument launched in Nov. 2017 by the European Payments Council currently has 2500+ participating banks. It provides corporate treasurers with both a business enabler and an opportunity to improve internal processes and gain efficiencies.
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View MoreJourneys to Treasury 2018 explores the digital treasury in practice, and how leading treasurers are protecting, empowering and adding value to the business using innovative technologies and banking services.
View MoreSWIFT gpi will significantly improve international payment processes and address many of the issues treasurers are facing today. Read this special EACT briefing to find out more.
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