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THOUGHT LEADERSHIP

HKMA Circular on Term SOFR, new USD LIBOR-linked contracts after 2021, and stepping up surveillance of AI readiness
Eye on IBOR Transition blog, 24 August 2021
Discussing the 19 August 2021 letter from the Hong Kong Monetary Authority to Authorised Institutions outlining recent developments relating to interest rate reform.

A Closer Look at the Adjustable Interest Rate (LIBOR) Act of 2021
Eye on IBOR Transition blog, 17 August 2021
Summarizing some of the differences between the New York LIBOR replacement legislation and the federal Adjustable Interest Rate (LIBOR) Act of 2021.

 

NEWS AND DEVELOPMENTS

United States – General

Frequently Asked Questions on Best Practice Recommendations Related to Scope of Use of the Term Rate
Alternative Reference Rates Committee, 27 August 2021
Clarifying certain common questions, including the use of term SOFR in non-loan products.

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