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Abstract
In this paper, we present the results of a business solution on how to measure credit and counterparty risk with the main focus on OTC derivatives. Moreover, we use this approach to include the measurement of liquidity risk exposure. We explain how we measure the exposure for each counterparty with netting arrangements and collaterals. Further we introduce the concept of PFE (potential future exposure) and explain why we opted for a parametric approach. We then develop the concepts of credit loss and default probability as a result of a Poisson process. Further we use the concept of unexpected loss in order to derive the economic capital as the difference between the unexpected loss and the credit loss. Finally we show how this approach can be applied as a refinement of liquidity risk measurement by considering collateral requirements, so as to enhance the monitoring of liquidity congruence between funds' asset and liability, especially under stressed market conditions.
期刊介绍:
With the re-writing of the Basel accords in international banking and their ensuing application, interest in credit risk has never been greater. The Journal of Credit Risk focuses on the measurement and management of credit risk, the valuation and hedging of credit products, and aims to promote a greater understanding in the area of credit risk theory and practice. The Journal of Credit Risk considers submissions in the form of research papers and technical papers, on topics including, but not limited to: Modelling and management of portfolio credit risk Recent advances in parameterizing credit risk models: default probability estimation, copulas and credit risk correlation, recoveries and loss given default, collateral valuation, loss distributions and extreme events Pricing and hedging of credit derivatives Structured credit products and securitizations e.g. collateralized debt obligations, synthetic securitizations, credit baskets, etc. Measuring managing and hedging counterparty credit risk Credit risk transfer techniques Liquidity risk and extreme credit events Regulatory issues, such as Basel II, internal ratings systems, credit-scoring techniques and credit risk capital adequacy.