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CFTC Approves CME Swap Data Reporting Rule

On March 6, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission approved the Chicago Mercantile Exchange Inc.’s (CME) request to adopt CME Rule 1001. CME Rule 1001 addresses the CME’s obligation, in its capacity as a derivatives...more

Barnier Issues Letter To EU Lawmakers Concerning Swaps Rules

The European Union’s financial services chief, Michel Barnier, issued a letter asking EU Lawmakers to drop a threat that would block derivatives rules, stating the plan has the potential to harm the EU credibility....more

Dodd-Frank Financial Reform: Potential Impacts to ISDA and Other Trading Contracts

Discussion Topics •General Overview of the Dodd-Frank Act •Title VII of the Dodd Frank Act: Impact on OTC Derivatives and Energy Trading •Definitions and applicability •Mandatory clearing •Registration...more

Dodd-Frank’s New Rules for Over-the-Counter Swap Transactions

On July 21, Congress enacted the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act, significantly impacting how many Texas energy companies operate on a day-to-day basis. While the act makes a number of important...more