Asset Classes Overview

This section of the ISDA website is a hub for links to key information and ISDA’s work in different OTC derivatives asset classes – including documentation, public policy, research, market practices, guidance notes and educational materials.

ISDA conducts work on OTC derivatives issues through a variety of working groups that focus on a specific asset class. To request to join an ISDA working group: (1) Create an account on the ISDA website; and (2) After you create an account, log in and go to the Committees section to view your ISDA Committee Dashboard. You can request to join and leave working groups and distribution lists.

If you have any questions or would like additional information in relation to these matters, please email: marketinfrastructureandtechnology@isda.org.

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SwapsInfo H1 2025 and Q2 2025

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ISDA Response to IFSCA Consultation

On August 5, ISDA responded to the International Financial Services Centres Authority’s (IFSCA) consultation on reporting and clearing of over-the-counter (OTC) derivatives contracts booked in International Financial Services Centres (IFSC). In the response, ISDA provided the following recommendations: Not mandating...