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Regulatory Technical Standards on methodology to estimate P2 and CBR for setting MREL requirements
EBA consults on estimation of Pillar 2 and combined buffer requirements for the purpose of setting MREL
The European Banking Authority (EBA) launched today a public consultation on its draft Regulatory Technical Standards (RTS) specifying the methodology to be used by resolution authorities to estimate the Pillar 2 (P2R) and combined buffer requirements (CBR) at resolution group level for the purpose of setting the minimum requirement for own funds and eligible liabilities requirement (MREL) under the Bank Recovery and Resolution Directive (BRRD).The estimation of P2R and CBR is necessary for setting MREL when the resolution group perimeter differs significantly from the prudential perimeter at the level of which own fund requirements have been set by the competent authority. The consultation runs until 24 October 2020.
EBA consults on technical standards on impracticability of contractual recognition of bail-in
The European Banking Authority (EBA) launched today a public consultation on draft Regulatory Technical Standards (RTS) and draft Implementing Technical Standards (ITS) on the impracticability of contractual recognition of write-down and conversion powers and related notifications as laid down in the Bank Recovery and Resolution Directive (BRRD). These standards aim at promoting the effective application of resolution powers to banks and banking groups and to foster convergence of practices between relevant authorities and institutions across the EU. The consultation runs until 24 October 2020.
Technical Standards on impracticability of contractual recognition of bail-in
Guidelines on the pragmatic 2020 supervisory review and evaluation process in light of the COVID-19 crisis
EBA publishes Guidelines on a pragmatic and flexible approach to the 2020 supervisory review and evaluation process in light of the COVID-19 pandemic
Following the publication of its statement on additional supervisory measures in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic, the European Banking Authority (EBA) published today Guidelines that make available to competent authorities a special procedure for the supervisory review and evaluation process (SREP) for the year 2020. The new Guidelines identify how flexibility and pragmatism could be exercised in relation to the SREP framework in the context of this pandemic.
EBA-GL-2020-10 Guidelines on the pragmatic 2020 SREP.pdf
Guidelines on the pragmatic 2020 SREP
Consultation Paper on draft RTS on derivatives indirect exposures.pdf
EBA consultation on draft Regulatory Technical Standards (RTS) under CRR2 Article 390(9) to define methods for calculating indirect exposures to underlying clients in derivative and credit derivative contracts, seeking stakeholder feedback by October 2020.
2020 07 15 PMR -2020 Acting Executive Director.pdf
European Banking Authority (EBA) public meeting register for July 2020 reporting no disclosed meetings for Acting Executive Director Peter Mihalik during 1–15 July under transparency requirements.
2020 07 15 PMR -2020 Jose Manuel Campa.pdf
EBA Chairperson Jose Manuel Campa’s July 2020 public meeting register detailing engagements with stakeholders on COVID-19 regulatory measures for the banking sector, including discussions with Caixabank and industry forums.
EBA consults on technical standards specifying the determination of indirect exposures arising from (credit) derivative contracts underlying a debt or equity instrument for large exposures purposes
The European Banking Authority (EBA) launched today a consultation on draft regulatory technical standards (RTS) specifying how institutions should determine exposures arising from derivative and credit derivative contracts not entered directly into with a client but whose underlying debt or equity instrument was issued by a client. These draft RTS will ensure appropriate levels of consistency through different pieces of the regulatory framework for the calculation of exposures for large exposure purposes. The consultation runs until 23 October 2020.
Regulatory Technical Standards on the determination of indirect exposures to underlying clients of derivative and credit derivative contracts
The EBA observes an increase in high earners in 2018 and the persistence of differences in remuneration practices across the EU
The European Banking Authority (EBA) published today its Report on benchmarking of remuneration practices in EU banks for the financial years 2017 and 2018 and high earners data for 2018. The data shows that in 2018, the number of high earners in EU banks receiving a remuneration of more than EUR 1 million increased slightly by 1.58%, from 4 861 in 2017 to 4 938 in 2018. Over a longer period of time, the number of high earners increased significantly (+44.09%), from 3 427 in 2010 to 4 938 in 2018. The average ratio of variable to fixed remuneration for all high earners in the EU/EEA increased over time from 127% in 2014 to 139% in 2018. The observed remuneration levels of high earners reached up to EUR 39 million.
Report on remuneration benchmarking and High Earners.pdf
Report on remuneration benchmarking and High Earners
CP draft RTS on PDs and LGDs for default risk model under the IMA.pdf
EBA consultation paper proposing draft Regulatory Technical Standards (RTS) under CRR2 for estimating default probabilities (PD) and losses given default (LGD) in internal default risk models, outlining requirements for methodologies and external sources.
CP on GLs on criteria for substitution approach of tri-party transactions.pdf
EBA consultation paper on draft guidelines outlining conditions for applying the substitution approach to tri-party repurchase agreements under Article 403(3) of Regulation (EU) 575/2013 for large exposures, seeking stakeholder feedback by October 2020.
1 - Explanatory note to cost of compliance study.pdf
EBA explanatory note on its study assessing banks' costs of complying with supervisory reporting under Article 430(8) CRR, analysing cost drivers, proportionality, and recommendations to reduce burdens—especially for small institutions—while evaluating benefits for prudential supervision.
2 - General introduction to the cost of compliance exercise.pdf
EBA study from July 2020 analysing costs of compliance with supervisory reporting requirements under CRR, focusing on reducing burdens for small and non-complex institutions while enhancing proportionality in EU banking regulation.
3 - Introduction to the industry questionnaire.pdf
EBA July 2020 questionnaire for credit institutions on the cost of compliance with supervisory reporting requirements under EU Regulation 680/2014, covering operational, IT, and staff expenses from 2013–2020 to assess industry views and potential cost reductions.