In response to the closure of certain markets and systems in the Philippines, ISDA has drafted guidance regarding the impact of such closures on certain over-the-counter derivative transactions.
Such guidance can be found below.
Please note the guidance may be updated from time to time.
ISDA is continuously monitoring how COVID-19 impacts its members. Developments, including information on market closures and electronic execution, can be found here.
Documents (3) for ISDA Guidance: Philippines Market Closures
- ISDA Philipines Market Closures Guidance 1998 FX Definitions 18032020(pdf) will open in a new tab or window
- ISDA Philippines Market Closures Guidance Equity Definitions 18032020(pdf) will open in a new tab or window
- ISDA Philippines Market Closures Guidance 2006 Definitions 18032020(pdf) will open in a new tab or window
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