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AI Summary of Article 220 Using the Supervisory Volatility Adjustments Approach for master netting agreements

This document outlines the methodology for institutions calculating the fully adjusted exposure value (E*) in relation to master netting agreements governing securities financing and capital market transactions. Institutions are required to follow specified approaches for determining volatility adjustments and to compute net positions across various securities, commodities, and currencies, thereby facilitating accurate risk assessments.

Moreover, E* serves as the exposure value for calculating risk-weighted exposure amounts and expected loss amounts under relevant regulatory frameworks. The criteria for defining groups of securities are also articulated, ensuring consistency and compliance in financial reporting and risk management.

Version status: Amended | Document consolidation status: Updated to reflect all known changes
Version date: 1 January 2025 - onwards
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Article 220 Using the Supervisory Volatility Adjustments Approach for master netting agreements

1.Institutions that calculate the "fully adjusted exposure value" (E*) for the exposures subject to an eligible master netting agreement covering securities financing transactions or other capital market-driven transactions shall calculate the volatility adjustments that they need to apply by using the Supervisory Volatility Adjustments Approach set out in Articles 223 to 227 for the Financial Collateral Comprehensive Method.

2. For the purpose of calculating E*, institutions shall:

(a) calculate the net position in each group of securities or in each type of commodity by subtracting the amount in point (ii) from the amount in point (i):

(i) the total value of a group of securities or of commodities of the same type lent, sold or provided under the master netting agreement;

(ii) the total value of a group of securities or of commodities of the same type borrowed, purchased or received under the master netting agreement;

(b) calculate the net position in each currency, other than the settlement currency of the master netting agreement, by subtracting the amount in point (ii) from the amount in point (i):