This course delivers a focused breakdown of the CFTC’s latest amendments to margin requirements for uncleared swaps, targeting swap dealers and major swap participants not overseen by a prudential regulator. Learn the revised treatment of seeded funds, expanded eligible collateral, and simplified haircut schedules—each with practical compliance steps. Gain actionable guidance on meeting new obligations, transition milestones, and managing risk under the Seeded Funds, Eligible Collateral, and Haircut Schedule Amendments. Ensure your organization’s compliance and maintain competitive efficiency in the evolving uncleared swaps landscape.
In this course you will learn the following:
* Identify the key amendments to the CFTC margin requirements for uncleared swaps.
* Understand the new definition and treatment of “eligible seeded funds” and the associated compliance requirements.
* Apply the revised rules for eligible collateral, including the elimination of the asset transfer restriction.
* Implement the updated haircut schedule for eligible margin collateral.
* Recognize the legal, operational, and financial consequences of non-compliance with the Final Rule.
