Wednesday, November 2, 2011

Questions remain as OTC is cleared for take-off

Exchanges are poised to take advantage of the regulatory push into over-the-counter clearing. While there are massive opportunities, exchanges also know clearing OTC isn't as simple as it may look, writes Chris McMahon.


Download a PDF of "Questions remain as OTC is cleared for take-off," as featured in the Derivatives 2011 Yearbook, a publication of the Futures and Options Association.


The golden child

The precious metal has always represented portable wealth and a measure of value, but now it seems likely that it could extend its appeal and become a mainstream asset class. By Chris McMahon


Download a PDF of "The golden child," as featured in the Derivatives 2011 Yearbook, a publication of the Futures and Options Association.

An ounce of prevention

Before and certainly since, last May's 'flash crash,' firms and exchanges have been examining ways to mitigate risks in the trading system. Now regulators and market participants are looking at how and when to hit the 'stop' button in case of emergency. Chris McMahon and David Setters report.


Download a PDF of "An ounce of prevention," as featured in the Derivatives 2011 Yearbook, a publication of the Futures and Options Association.