ISDA responds EFRAG Paper on Equity Instruments

On May 30, ISDA’s accounting committee responded to the European Financial Reporting Advisory Group’s (EFRAG) discussion paper Equity Instruments – Impairment and Recycling. ISDA’s members will continue to provide input to the EFRAG as it develops its technical advice to the European Commission (EC) on recycling and impairment of equity instruments designated at fair value through other comprehensive income, as this is a significant topic for the European financial reporting community.

Response on CCP Participation Requirements

On December 24, ISDA responded to a consultation from the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) on central counterparty (CCP) participation requirements. Participation requirements for CCPs are vital for safe and efficient clearing markets, and ISDA broadly supports ESMA’s consultation...