How do these deals work?

The example shows a bank with a $1bn portfolio of corporate loans with an average triple-B rating.

Capital adequacy rules mean that, if the bank transfers the first loss risk of the portfolio, it may be able to claim up to 90% capital relief on the entire portfolio.

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