CFTC Requirement: Federal Entity Indicator

The amended CFTC Swap Data Reporting Rules require reporting of Federal Entity Indicator (#23 Counterparty 1/ #24 Counterparty 2). The ISDA Data & Reporting U.S. Compliance industry working group formed two alternatives of standardized language that may be used for any outreach. Reporting parties can elect to use either the CFTC Federal Entity Indicator – Negative Affirmation or Federal Entity Indicator – Affirmative Election provided at their discretion.

Response to MAS on Recovery and Resolution

On May 8, ISDA and the FIA responded to the Monetary Authority of Singapore’s (MAS) consultation on recovery and resolution planning and enhancement of resolution powers for capital market infrastructures. The response supports the proposed framework for recovery and orderly...

SwapsInfo First Quarter of 2026 Review

Trading activity in interest rate derivatives (IRD) and credit derivatives increased in the first quarter of 2026 compared to the first quarter of 2025. IRD traded notional grew by 38.1%, led by increased activity in overnight index swaps (OIS). Index...