Peak Frameworks

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

The World Trade Organization (WTO ) plays a pivotal role in shaping the global economic landscape. From GATT to WTO The WTO, born out of the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT) , has been pivotal since its inception in 1995. GATT’s initial role was to regulate international trade post-WWII.

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Successful Acquisitions

JUNE 27, 2023

By David Braun, Founder and CEO, Capstone Strategic When Washington DC based restaurant chain Cava became a publicly traded company recently, it bucked a trend that has lasted nearly two years, a notable absence of American IPOs. The past 18 months have marked the slowest initial public offering market since the financial crisis of 2008.

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The TRADE

DECEMBER 8, 2023

During periods of high market volatility and uncertainty, investors tend to seek more counterparty credit risk mitigation and may change their trading activity,” noted ABN Amro in this year’s provider questionnaire for Global Custodian’s Prime Brokerage survey.

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The TRADE

OCTOBER 16, 2023

In the wake of the 2008 financial crisis, Congress directed the SEC to enhance the transparency of short selling of equity securities,” said Gary Gensler, SEC chair. The post SEC adopts new short selling rule to bolster transparency for market participants appeared first on The TRADE.

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The TRADE

MAY 20, 2024

Tradefeedr’s industry advisory board was established earlier this year and seeks to “collaborate with industry leaders to create a trading process that is more transparent and data driven” by bringing together established and knowledgeable market participants. Faenson joined Citi in 2005 as a credit valuation adjustment (CVA) trader.

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The TRADE

JANUARY 22, 2025

What has your journey to the trading desk been like? I started my career at Bear Stearns in 2001, then migrated to Credit Suisse in 2008. My day may range from trading liquid US stocks to more illiquid European names. We do a lot of bespoke or more idiosyncratic trading when it comes to distressed bonds or structured credit.

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How2Exit

APRIL 8, 2024

b' E202: M&A for Entrepreneurs: Leverage Acquisitions to Scale Your Business Faster with Dominic Wells - Watch Here rn rn About the Guest(s): rn Dominic Wells is an accomplished entrepreneur and the CEO of Onfolio, a publicly traded company specializing in the acquisition of online businesses.

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OfficeHours

AUGUST 25, 2023

The growth of private credit can be traced back to the Great Financial Crisis of 2008-2009. When companies with traded debt enter distressed territory, CLOs often sell their holdings to distressed investors with significant experience negotiating bankruptcies and other restructurings.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

MARCH 13, 2023

history and the largest bank to collapse since 2008. Why bank regulations , including those passed after the 2008 financial crisis, failed to prevent this. Yes, it does, and the LCR was created in the aftermath of the 2008 financial crisis specifically to prevent bank runs. It’s the second-biggest bank failure in U.S.

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The TRADE

JANUARY 17, 2024

In the wake of the 2008 financial crisis, regulators recognised the need to move more of the derivatives markets into central clearing,” said Walt Lukken, president and chief executive of FIA. The post FIA warns that US bank capital proposals could surge capital requirements for client clearing by 80% appeared first on The TRADE.

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The TRADE

JUNE 21, 2024

Regulatory burden has been a key concern for market participants since the Global Financial Crisis in 2008, with the report from Acuiti – in partnership with FIA – adding that new frameworks are ‘lengthy and complex’, requiring significant resource mobilisation to navigate current regulatory requirements.

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Shearman & Sterling

SEPTEMBER 1, 2013

Since 2008, the alternative asset market has seen a broad convergence of previously distinct asset classes and strategies, such as private equity, hedge funds, debt and claims trading, etc., This newsletter is devoted to discussing legal issues facing alternative asset managers and funds. into a single class - alternative assets.

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The TRADE

JULY 27, 2023

US regulators have unveiled major new capital rules for lenders which is expected to see requirements for Global Systemically Important Banks (G-SIBs) increase by 19% and have a knock-on effect to trading and lending activities.

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Peak Frameworks

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Trading and Proprietary Trading Many large banks are involved in trading activities. This can be trading on behalf of their clients (like when you buy a stock through a bank's brokerage service) or proprietary trading where banks invest their own money.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Everyone was locked up inside, and many turned to day trading for entertainment and money (in between binge-watching shows on streaming services). Via on-screen text, it states or implies the following: Robinhood’s IPO flopped because of the bad press around GameStop and the trading limits the company imposed on customers.

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Peak Frameworks

JULY 20, 2023

Global economic events and trends, including trade wars and recessions, can also have a profound impact on the stock market. Additionally, high market volatility and increased trading volumes can indicate underlying instability. When the bubble burst in 2008, it triggered a severe financial crisis.

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Peak Frameworks

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

The Bretton Woods Agreement is an international trade agreement under which: Gold became the basis for the U.S. This ensured stable exchange rates, which in turn facilitated international trade. A similar stability is sought today, especially when trade wars loom, like the US-China trade tensions seen in recent years.

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Peak Frameworks

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Following closely, Bernie Madoff's Ponzi scheme in 2008 shocked the world, costing investors billions and forever marring the landscape of trust in the investment world. During the 2008 financial crisis, for instance, many banks approved "liar loans," where borrowers provided fake income statements.

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Accenture Capital Markets

JANUARY 22, 2024

The first green bond was issued by the World Bank in November 2008 and since then, they’ve become a well-established feature of the global financial landscape. Rising maturity heralds a bright future All of this underlines a unique alignment between DLT and what’s needed for cost-effective green bond issuance, investment and trading.

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Peak Frameworks

MAY 24, 2023

They are traded on exchanges and used by businesses and investors to hedge risk or speculate on price movements. During the 2008 financial crisis , put options (which give the holder the right to sell at a specific price) on mortgage-backed securities and major stock indexes increased in value dramatically as the market plummeted.

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Peak Frameworks

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

For instance, let's recall the Volkswagen Short Squeeze of 2008. It is calculated by dividing the number of shares currently shorted by the average daily trading volume of the stock. Low Float Stocks The term "float" refers to the number of shares of a particular company that is freely available for trading by the public.

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Peak Frameworks

JUNE 21, 2023

A practical example can be observed in the aftermath of the 2008 financial crisis. Elasticity and Government Policies Government bodies also utilize the principle of elasticity when formulating tax, subsidy, and trade policies. Policymakers consider the price elasticity of demand for goods when determining taxes.

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Peak Frameworks

OCTOBER 17, 2023

During the 2008 global financial crisis , many sectors, from real estate to banking, experienced significant challenges. For instance, after the aforementioned 2008 crisis, the financial sector faced increased regulations via mechanisms like the Dodd-Frank Act.

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The M&A Lawyer

SEPTEMBER 23, 2015

29 2008) , and. The court noted that, as of the date of the opinion (2008), Delaware courts had never found a material adverse effect to have occurred in the context of a merger agreement. failure by the target to meet revenue or earnings projections. However, three Delaware cases stand out as particularly important. 2d 14 (Del.

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Peak Frameworks

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

For example, the 2008 financial crisis can be examined through the lens of Natural Law. The Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and , Consumer Protection Act passed in the aftermath of the 2008 financial crisis, is a prime example of Positive Law. For instance; the debates over high-frequency trading (HFT) lack clear regulatory guidelines.

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Peak Frameworks

AUGUST 15, 2023

These assets can be in the form of equities (stocks), fixed income (bonds), mutual funds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), real estate, commodities , and more. For instance, the 2008 recession hit financial companies hard, but technology companies like Apple and Amazon weathered the storm relatively well.

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Wall Street Mojo

JANUARY 17, 2024

Example The Trading Perspective Of Interest Rate Swap Uses Swap Rate Swap Curve Who Are The Market Makers? Interest rate swap agreements require terms setting, including fixed rates and contract dates, and are traded over the counter. Almost all cases, the floating rate is tied to a reference rate. read more and loans.

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Peak Frameworks

AUGUST 15, 2023

If you recall the 2008 financial crisis, Lehman Brothers' shareholders felt the brunt of their ownership when the company went bankrupt, losing nearly all of their investment. Everyday trading on global stock markets like the New York Stock Exchange and the London Stock Exchange represents this right in action.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

MARCH 22, 2023

it’s starting to feel a lot like 2008. per share when it was trading above $8.00 In 2008, some banks rescinded internships and full-time jobs, so it’s safest to assume that will happen again. With the number of emergency / news-related articles on this site lately – two in a row! ” So, what happened? a year ago?

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Peak Frameworks

OCTOBER 17, 2023

A great example is their use in international trade, where they serve as a guarantee of payment. Case in point, the collapse of Lehman Brothers in 2008 sent shockwaves through the commercial paper market. However, this doesn't mean they are risk-free, as the events of 2008 illustrated.

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Peak Frameworks

AUGUST 15, 2023

Stock Price Breadth : The volume of shares trading in stocks on the rise versus those declining. For example, during the 2008 financial crisis , the Fear and Greed Index tanked to extreme fear levels. Stock Price Strength : The number of stocks hitting 52-week highs versus those hitting lows. Put and Call Options : The Put/Call ratio.

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Wall Street Mojo

JANUARY 15, 2024

to one organization and as a liability to another organization and are solely taken into use for trading purposes. Example #2 In 2020, JP Morgan, Nomura, and BNP Paribas were in a race to re-launch the first managed synthetic collateralized debt obligation (CDO) since the 2008 financial crisis.

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Peak Frameworks

JUNE 21, 2023

The 2008 financial crisis is a stark example. Insider trading , a practice involving the exploitation of non-public, material information for personal gain, is a major ethical issue in the finance industry. Such actions, severely penalized by regulatory bodies like the SEC, undermine market integrity and investor confidence.

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Peak Frameworks

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Interconnected Finance World: Take the 2008 Financial Crisis as an example. The trade war between the U.S. No longer can an investment banker function in isolation without understanding global economic trends, technological advancements, or geopolitical shifts. Mortgage defaults in the U.S.

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Cooley M&A

NOVEMBER 1, 2018

In spite of a general environment of political and economic uncertainty and a daily sprinkling of stock market volatility, trade wars, sanctions, the U.S. New records were attained in the past twelve months, eclipsing the previous highs set pre-2008 financial crash. Trade relations take center stage. The current U.S./China

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Peak Frameworks

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Closed Economy with No Government: The model assumes no international trade or government impact. Take, for instance, the aftermath of the 2008 financial crisis. Exogenous Technological Progress: Technological progress is external and does not depend on economic factors.

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The TRADE

OCTOBER 18, 2024

“Year-to-date, we’re seeing for the first time in many years a notable uptick in new fund launches and spin outs from bigger places,” says Jack Seibald, managing director, co-head of Marex prime services and outsourced trading. They are now trading in all these other asset classes. billion in 2023.

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