Are African Markets Large and Instruments Mature Enough to Sustain CCPs?
LAGOS (Capital Markets in Africa) – Since the financial crisis, clearing houses – also known as central counterparties (CCPs) – have come to be seen as having a fundamental role in managing risk in financial markets. So far, Africa has lagged behind other regions in adopting CCPs. Do African markets need CCPs? The answer to this question depends on understanding more about the ways in which CCPs contribute to risk management and how much of…
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