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Liquidity Risk Management For Financial Institutions
When: May 21-22, 2012
Where: Singapore
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Details: This two day course on advanced risk management for banking institutions focuses on the best practices in modeling liquidity risk undertaken by leading financial institutions after the lessons learned from the global financial crisis. The course tackles liquidity risk in conjunction with other risk categories (traditionally seen as disjoint risk classes) such as market and credit risk. The course leads the attendees through all relevant liquidity risk measures that are being adapted to reflect the newly created complexities of modern financial markets such as analytics, forecasting, measurement and risk indicators & metrics. In addition, the course will cover the key areas of funds transfer pricing, stress testing, contingent planning and the new regulatory requirements under Basel III.
6th Anuual Corporate Banking Praha
When: May 23-24, 2012
Where: Prague, Czech Republic
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Details: The Corporate Banking brings together all major issues in corporate banking under one roof and at the same time. Hear first hand insights on: Latest developments in EU Banking and in Corporate B. Industry; Market Update on Corporate Banking – which banks are doing what?; Shifts in assessing risks; What implications will Basel III mean for Bank-to-Corporate relations; Managing liquidity in new regulatory environment; Correspondent banking as an effective mean of accessing hard-to-reach markets; Risk management during crisis; Debt-to-Equity Ratios; What is the correlation between a bank, RWA and its corporate clients; What to do for transactional banking to be delivering in economic downturn?; How to improve banks infrastructure to create economies of scale?; Potential Effectiveness of CRM systems in corporate banking; E-invoiving and E-payments; Financial Supply Chain Tweaking; How will the forthcoming Corporate Banking industry look like?
Introduction to Treasury Futures: Factoring the Risks
When: May 24, 2012
Where: Chicago - NFA
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Details:Treasury futures are one of the most popular futures contracts for both hedging and speculating. During this 1/2-day morning course you will discover and understand how the cash and futures markets are connected, and how to guard against interest rate volatility.
Treasury Futures Basis: Beyond the Risks
When: May 24, 2012
Where: Chicago - NFA
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Details:This 1/2-day afternoon course explores the important, yet subtle nuances of the fixed income future contracts. We begin by defining and calculating the gross basis, net basis, implied repo-rates, and the synthetic duration of a hedged position. Next, we will consider how high or low must interest rates move to precipitate a cross-over in the CTD bond/note. Knowing the location of those inflection points allows you to foresee how your hedge or speculative ratios are likely to change if the price/yield changes by the requisite amount. This is important to understand even for a speculator who has no intention to ever make or take delivery.
TradeTech Swaps & Derivatives
When: May 28-30, 2012
Where: America Square Conference Centre London
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Details: Discover the technology, platforms, connectivity and strategy to trade and clear OTC on exchange. TradeTech Swaps and Derivatives conference features 3 distinct streams of content; Trading, Technology and Clearing; allowing you to select the agenda that best meets your needs, while shared plenary sessions and plenty of networking time means that you can also meet with peers and colleagues from other areas of responsibility to resolve common challenges and share ideas. Bringing together front and back office from investors, fund managers, IDBs and brokers, with execution venues, clearing houses, platform hosts and technology firms, this event is the only conference of its kind to focus on the practical impact of new regulations on market structure, trading and clearing.
The Lifecycle of a Listed and OTC Derivatives Trade
When: May 30, 2012
Where: New York - CME
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Details: This one-day course provides an introduction to the lifecycle of both Listed and OTC Derivative trades. Participants will explore the functional building blocks of middle and back office operations that support trade lifecycle activity, from the inception of an order or request for quote (RFQ) through clearance and settlement of payments. Areas of operational risk and exposure will be highlighted throughout the program.
Richard Sandor on Good Derivatives
When: May 30, 2012
Where: The University of Chicago, Center in Beijing
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Details: Dr. Sandor will give a first-hand account of his experiences as an inventor of new markets in interest rates, air and water. The lecture will cover events leading up to the creation of the Chicago Climate Exchange and its affiliated exchanges. The lessons learned in the creation of these markets can play a critical role in effectively addressing global cliamte change and other pressing environmental and social issues. Reception and book signing to follow.
Introduction to Treasury Futures: Factoring the Risks
When: May 31, 2012
Where: New York - CME
Full Info: Click Here for Course Description
Details:Treasury futures are one of the most popular futures contracts for both hedging and speculating. During this 1/2-day morning course you will discover and understand how the cash and futures markets are connected, and how to guard against interest rate volatility.
Treasury Futures Basis: Beyond the Risks
When: May 31, 2012
Where: New York - CME
Full Info: Click Here for Course Description
Details:This 1/2-day afternoon course explores the important, yet subtle nuances of the fixed income future contracts. We begin by defining and calculating the gross basis, net basis, implied repo-rates, and the synthetic duration of a hedged position. Next, we will consider how high or low must interest rates move to precipitate a cross-over in the CTD bond/note. Knowing the location of those inflection points allows you to foresee how your hedge or speculative ratios are likely to change if the price/yield changes by the requisite amount. This is important to understand even for a speculator who has no intention to ever make or take delivery.
Commodity Markets
When: June 4-5, 2012
Where: New York, NY
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Details: Commodity prices have been very volatile, especially since the credit crisis began. Given the global interconnectedness of commodity markets with capital markets, financial professionals need a deeper understanding of how these markets work and what influences their price movements and risks. Increasing pressure to regulate these markets is also changing the commodities investment landscape. This two day interactive course is tailored for finance professionals who need to understand the mechanics of and products in commodity markets. The course will consist of an interactive lecture, case studies, and in-depth exercises. Additionally, relevant articles highlighting recent market trends in commodity markets will supplement this course.
When: June 5, 2012
Where: The Times Center, New York City
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Details: In our fifth annual conference, TABB brings together leading voices in trading technology from across the industry for an engaging discussion based on the Trade Lifecycle. Specifically, we’ll address how market practitioners are dealing with the rising challenges of big data, faster trading and tighter regulations.
BEST North America 2012
When: June 5, 2012
Where: New York
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Details: BEST - Brazil Excellence in Securities Transactions events, which objective is to present to the global financial market the projects, initiatives, operational and technological infrastructure of the Brazilian Securities, Commodities and Futures Exchange and to offer information on how to invest in Brazil.
Knowing Your Options
When: June 5, 2012
Where: Chicago - CME
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Details: This one day, introductory course is aimed at those who need to acquire a basic understanding of options. The program will introduce basic terminology, characteristics and the concept of conventional options - puts and calls - as well as the risk/reward profiles. An overview of the pricing of options also will be provided, introducing the concepts of Delta, Gamma, Vega, Theta, and Rho - collectively called, "the Greeks". The course will introduce some basic options strategies, combining calls and/or puts, to achieve a market profile with specific risk, reward and break-even points.
Chicago Algorithmic Trading Conference: for Developers, by Developers
When: June 7, 2012
Where: Hilton Chicago
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Details: The Chicago Algorithmic Trading Conference presents an afternoon of sessions detailing the hottest topics and trends pulsating throughout the financial technology community. Expand and challenge your knowledge base at versatile presentations and interactive panel discussions from leading algorithmic trading experts. Participate in the workshop and open crowd discussions while harnessing cutting-edge ideas from industry peers. The day wraps up with an industry meet-and-greet and networking reception that includes an open bar and hors d’oeuvres.
BEST North America 2012
When: June 7, 2012
Where: Toronto
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Details: BEST - Brazil Excellence in Securities Transactions events, which objective is to present to the global financial market the projects, initiatives, operational and technological infrastructure of the Brazilian Securities, Commodities and Futures Exchange and to offer information on how to invest in Brazil.
Good Derivatives: a story of financial and environmental innovation
When: June 7, 2012
Where: Wolfson Theatre, New Academic Building, London School of Economics
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Details: Public lecture - Dr. Richard Sandor will give a first-hand account of his experiences as an inventor of new markets in interest rates, air and water. The talk will also cover events leading up to the creation of the Chicago Climate Exchange and its affiliated exchanges. The lessons learned in the creation of these markets can play a critical role in effectively addressing global climate change and other pressing environmental issues.
2012 Central Bank Forum: Chicago
When: June 13-15, 2012
Where: Chicago, IL
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Details: As a global provider of listed futures, cleared-only OTC products, and clearing and risk management services, CME Group keeps central banks as informed as possible about new contracts, product initiatives and industry developments. Several research experts are scheduled to speak, including Dr. Bluford Putnam, Head Economist, CME Group and Jeffrey Christian, Managing Director, CPM Group.
Macro Risk Management for Banks
When: June 14-15, 2012
Where: London, UK
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Details: Successfully navigating a crisis only works if you have sufficient buffers, a timely understanding of what types of crises can unfold, and be able to respond quickly and effectively through good risk management. This two day workshop will help participants understand the root causes of different type of crises, the interaction between various risk factors, and the dynamics of game changing policy responses. In other words, provide a holistic understanding of macro risks.
Derivatives in Energy Markets
When: June 18-19, 2012
Where: NY Institute of Finance - Midtown
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Details: With the significant rise in oil and gas prices in the last few years, it is no surprise that energy companies, banks, and hedge funds have become very active in trying to hedge their risks through OTC and exchange traded energy derivatives. This course explores the mechanics and applications of commodity forwards, futures, swaps, and options and how they are utilized in hedging strategies. It examines best practices for company risk management and ways of identifying, measuring, monitoring, and controlling risks in energy derivatives. Participants learn the role of regulators in these markets and explore recent developments in energy derivative markets through articles and case studies.
2nd Annual Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) for Banks and Financial Institutions
When: June 19-20, 2012
Where: New York City
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Details: With regulators and banks still sifting through the fallout of the financial crisis, developing a robust ERM framework remains a priority for banks and financial institutions. ERM is hardly a new topic in the banking industry, but it is one that institutions have not been able to properly address. The 2nd Annual ERM for Banks and Financial Institutions Conference will bring together key ERM leaders from a banking and financial services perspective to create an environment for idea sharing, benchmarking and strategic planning. The conference will aim to help banks move closer towards establishing an effective ERM system by properly using ERM to set risk appetite, embed risk considerations into the business strategy, get a clearer understanding of new regulation and by helping to quantify and aggregate different risk buckets across the enterprise. Benefit from 2-days of case study driven discussions, interactive panel discussions and hands-on workshops from leading practitioners. Attendees will have the opportunity to interact with speakers and their peers in a classroom style setting that will encourage both audience participation and engagement. Seating for this conference is limited to maintain an intimate educational environment that will cultivate the knowledge and experience of all participants.
Good Derivatives: Financial Solutions to Global Problems?
When: June 20, 2012
Where: Chicago, IL
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Details: Much of the blame for the global financial crisis has fallen upon an alphabet soup of financial derivatives. Contrary to the current popular stigma, Richard Sandor argues that financial derivatives and market based practices can in fact be a force for good in addressing global issues, particularly with regard to the environment. Please join The Chicago Council on Global Affairs with Richard Sandor as he explains his view on how financial innovation and derivatives can have a positive impact in areas of global importance. Good Derivatives will be available for purchase and signing following the program.
2012 School of Futures - CME
When: June 25-29, 2012
Where: New York
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Details: This is a comprehensive, five-day introductory program that covers virtually all concepts of the global futures industry using every key product complex including Energy, Metals, Interest Rates, Agriculture, Foreign Exchange and Equity Indexes. Whether you are interested in the futures industry from a commercial, speculative, financial institution, hedge fund, prop shop, regulatory, media or a general back-office perspective, the School of Futures was designed to introduce you to the key concepts of this growing industry.
Who Should Attend: The course is an introductory level program intended for firms or individuals who are first entering or transitioning into a futures industry related role, whether it be trading, risk management, back-office, education, media or regulatory.
Exchange Technology World Chicago
When: June 25-27, 2012
Where: Navy Pier, Chicago, IL
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Details: Exchange Technology World Chicago is designed for Heads of Technology at trading venues, and enables attendees to discover the latest developments in trading venue technology. Exchange Technology World Chicago is part of The Trading Show Chicago - one show, featuring four conferences and a shared exhibition. What does this mean for you? More content, more experts and more networking opportunities!
Introduction to Treasury Futures: Factoring the Risks
When: June 26, 2012
Where: New York - CME
Full Info: Click Here for Course Description
Details:Treasury futures are one of the most popular futures contracts for both hedging and speculating. During this 1/2-day morning course you will discover and understand how the cash and futures markets are connected, and how to guard against interest rate volatility.
Treasury Futures Basis: Beyond the Risks
When: June 26, 2012
Where: New York - CME
Full Info: Click Here for Course Description
Details:This 1/2-day afternoon course explores the important, yet subtle nuances of the fixed income future contracts. We begin by defining and calculating the gross basis, net basis, implied repo-rates, and the synthetic duration of a hedged position. Next, we will consider how high or low must interest rates move to precipitate a cross-over in the CTD bond/note. Knowing the location of those inflection points allows you to foresee how your hedge or speculative ratios are likely to change if the price/yield changes by the requisite amount. This is important to understand even for a speculator who has no intention to ever make or take delivery.
IDX: International Derivatives Expo 2012
When: June 26-27, 2012
Where: London
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Details: The Futures Industry Association and the Futures and Options Association are pleased to present the fifth International Derivatives Expo. Last year's event boasted more than 40 exhibits showcasing the latest in products and technology for the derivatives industry, plus 30+ sessions with high profile speakers, information-packed workshops, and endless networking opportunities.
2012 School of Futures - CME
When: June 25-29, 2012
Where: New York
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Details: This is a comprehensive, five-day introductory program that covers virtually all concepts of the global futures industry using every key product complex including Energy, Metals, Interest Rates, Agriculture, Foreign Exchange and Equity Indexes. Whether you are interested in the futures industry from a commercial, speculative, financial institution, hedge fund, prop shop, regulatory, media or a general back-office perspective, the School of Futures was designed to introduce you to the key concepts of this growing industry.
Who Should Attend: The course is an introductory level program intended for firms or individuals who are first entering or transitioning into a futures industry related role, whether it be trading, risk management, back-office, education, media or regulatory.
2012 School of Futures - CME
When: July 16-20, 2012
Where: Chicago
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Details: This is a comprehensive, five-day introductory program that covers virtually all concepts of the global futures industry using every key product complex including Energy, Metals, Interest Rates, Agriculture, Foreign Exchange and Equity Indexes. Whether you are interested in the futures industry from a commercial, speculative, financial institution, hedge fund, prop shop, regulatory, media or a general back-office perspective, the School of Futures was designed to introduce you to the key concepts of this growing industry.
Who Should Attend: The course is an introductory level program intended for firms or individuals who are first entering or transitioning into a futures industry related role, whether it be trading, risk management, back-office, education, media or regulatory.
Bond China Congress
When: September 4-5, 2012
Where: Shanghai, China
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Details: As an important part of the financial market, China's bond market has been growing at a remarkable speed and at the same time, the government is actively preparing the legal frames has made a lot of beneficial policies to expand the markets both home and abroad. But we know that the bond market continues to face myriad challenges, such as the market scale, the bond varieties, the liquidity, the credit rating system, etc. How to further "Opening up" and "Going out" has become the key issue that needs further discussions and explorations by the local and global industry pioneers.
33rd Int’l Derivatives Forum Bürgenstock Meeting
When: September 5-8, 2012
Where: Victoria-Jungfrau Grand Hotel & Spa, in Interlaken, Switzerland
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Details: Our conference is a unique gathering of representatives and members of exchanges, clearing organizations, banking and brokerage entities, servicing institutions and industry associations as well as regulatory agencies from all over the world. If you want to know what's going on in the world of derivatives, attendance is a must! Don't hesitate – register now! A special early bird reduced rate applies for registration and payments received until the end of April. Please go to the Registration chapter.
7th Annual FIA and OIC New York Equity Options Conference
When: September 12-13, 2012
Where: New York Marriott Marquis
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Details: The options industry has experienced phenomenal growth in the last few years, a testament to the effectiveness of options as a risk management tool used both by retail and institutional customers. Last year, more than 340 business, trading, and legal options industry professionals from 120+ firms gathered to discuss market structure issues, hear from exchange CEOs, and network with peers in this program is planned by the industry for the industry.
CTA Expo Chicago
When: September 13, 2012
Where: The Conference Center, UBS Tower
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Details: CTA EXPO in Chicago is designed to provide a venue where emerging CTAs can interface with capital sources that consider emerging managers a source of alpha. The expo is designed with significant networking time for participants and sessions with topics that will benefit capital sources and managers. CTA EXPO was the original conference put on by CTA EXPO LLC and the 2012 expo in Chicago will be the 10th conference organized by CTA EXPO LLC. All previous events have been sold out and we anticipate a repeat in Chicago.
FINforums Annual Hedge Fund Summit
When: September 20, 2012
Where: New York City
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Details: Over 250 industry experts and players will gather to speak candidly about the biggest issues affecting fund managers and investors today. Don't miss out on this chance to meet and mingle with the top decision-makers and investors in the alternative asset management industry. The event is chaired by John Seigenthaler, CEO of Seigenthaler Public Relations-NY and former NBC News Anchor.
Turkish Derivatives Conference
When: TBA 2012
Where: Istanbul
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Details:The two-day conference will bring together financial professionals to discuss industry trends, hear expert views on key issues, improve market skills, learn about practices, and showcase new products. Our program will include panel sessions from international industry leaders as well as educational seminars for operations and technology professionals, traders, and regulators.
FIA Expo 2012 - 28th Annual Futures & Options Expo
When: October 30 - November 1, 2012
Where: Hilton Chicago
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Details: Expo, held each fall in Chicago, is the largest futures industry event in the world. More than 5,000 people visit the exhibit hall that showcases the latest products and services. Seminars address brokerage issues, trading systems and strategies, and operations and technology.
