Derivatives
298 white papers and resources
Risk Library provides derivatives white papers which consider current issues and thinking, market conditions and how derivatives can be used to their best effect. In Business, a derivative is a form of contract where its value is derived from the value of underlying assets. Derivatives can be used to both hedge risk and for speculation. The most common types of derivatives are futures, options, forwards and swaps.
Apac banks put trust in pre‑trade
Amid tougher trading conditions, Apac banks are making greater use of pre‑trade analytics to inform their strategies and reduce risk. But how successful are these tools?
Navigating IFRS 9: Strategies for effective implementation and moving beyond
There has been a constant change within the landscape of financial reporting, and IFRS 9 has been proven to be a critical component. Watch this webinar on-demand to find out how financial institutions can effectively implement IFRS 9, whilst staying forward-looking and flexible.
Using emerging technologies to improve the risk management function
This white paper discusses why capital markets firms need access to the most innovative technologies, real-time analytics, and timely and accurate data for better and faster decision-making in the risk function.
Adapting to economic uncertainty: Internal audit's journey
In this report, internal auditors in different sectors have shared their experiences and strategies, providing valuable insights for others facing similar challenges. I extend my appreciation to the internal audit professionals who contributed their expertise and insights to this report. I also…
Banks unravel data conundrum as FRTB implementations stall
This Risk.net rapid read survey report details how much progress banks have made in implementing FRTB and highlights the major challenges they face in gaining data insight, both for the SA and the IMA. The question of whether the capital savings from the IMA justify the significant investment in…
360° of climate: indices for every objective
This white paper explores a variety of climate strategy targeting objectives, including low carbon, fossil fuel-free and net zero to enable investors to respond to the risks and opportunities of the climate challenge.
The evolution of the fixed income tradable ecosystem: North American and European credit markets
Fixed income tradable indexes are designed to provide an efficient means to measure the bond market. This paper offers an introductory reference for these instruments and highlights their performance in recent market periods. While some of these instruments measure similar market segments, each…
The changing face of credit portfolio management at banks
Faced with huge increases in capital charges in the coming months, banks will turn to credit portfolio management to support business decisions on origination, capital allocation and risk transfer
The dynamics of XVA usage and other themes that characterise trading in the energy markets
The application of XVAs for derivatives transactions, the need for sophisticated modelling and the growing application of machine learning are among six themes explored in this white paper – all of which significantly impact trading in the energy markets.
For the capital markets, every risk playbook needs to implement these six themes
This white paper outlines six risk management themes that we think should be a part of any risk playbook and which can serve financial institutions well in preparation for the uncertain future that lies ahead.