Derivatives

Pushing the boundaries

The introduction of IAS 39 this year has caused some corporate treasurers to rethink their use of derivatives. Banks are looking to structure derivatives solutions that achieve the economic objective of a hedge, while avoiding undue volatility on the…

How to run a market

Former-derivatives-trader-turned-author Frank Partnoy wants to see tougher accounting standards and risk disclosures to deter corporate crooks. But are the regulators listening? Maria Kielmas reports

Derivatives disclosure calls mount

Warren Buffett's stinging critique of the derivatives business in March represents the latest call for more derivatives disclosure. But despite some notable moves in this direction, most financial institutions remain stubbornly opaque.

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