16.11.2011 - Swaps market tops $700 trillion
The value of privately traded derivatives in force globally rose 18% during the first half, reaching $708 trillion by the end of June, according to figures released yesterday by the Bank for International Settlements. This marks the fourth biggest six month increase on record, and it comes as the over the counter derivatives market is facing a regulatory overhaul that will change the way trades are executed and processed............................................Full Article: Source
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