Iosco calls for unified derivatives reform

Global regulator wants coordination on new rules set to overhaul OTC trading

Friday 18 February 2011 at 17:00

The global umbrella body for national securities regulators has called for greater co-ordination in the implementation of controversial new rules governing the trading of over-the-counter derivatives, which are attempting to improve transparency and reduce risk in the wake of the financial crisis.

In a report on the trading of OTC derivatives released today, the International Organisation of Securities Commissions said imminent new rules had to be consistent across jurisdictions.