ISDA Response to the Quebec Charter of the French Language Proposed Amendments

The International Swaps and Derivatives Association, Inc. (“ISDA”) submitted a comment letter regarding proposed amendments to the Charter of the French Language, which would have a substantial impact on the derivatives industry in Quebec. ISDA proposed that the section at issue would not apply to contracts by mutual agreement in which the special terms and conditions specific to the parties were negotiable between them.

Climate Risk Scenario Analysis Phase 4

Climate scenario analysis has become a useful tool for banks and financial institutions to understand the short- and long-term financial risks associated with climate change, particularly in light of evolving regulations and an increased emphasis on reducing the impact of...

ISDA & EMTA Market Practice 45

ISDA & EMTA jointly published the attached updated market practice regarding the determination of barrier events for Brazilian Real non-deliverable continuously monitored barrier option transactions.

Episode 54: A Modernization Agenda

ISDA’s chair Amy Hong sets out priorities for the association in 2026 and the important role that technologies like tokenization and artificial intelligence will play in modernizing derivatives markets. Please view this page via Chrome to access the recording.

Developing OTC Commodity Derivatives in India

The development of a robust and liquid over-the-counter (OTC) commodity derivatives market in India could support the continued growth of India’s economy given its significant reliance on commodities. A well-functioning OTC market in India would offer several advantages. First, it...