MREL in European banks: Requirement and shortfall under BRRD II
Under BRRD 2, European banks’ MREL deficit is €112bn (63% attributable to O-SIIs and non-systemic banks) and €188bn lower than 2018 results, mostly explained by issuances of €194bn during 2018–2019. Erosion of profitability is now critical, with interest expense increasing 2.3-3.2%. Basel IV significantly increase needs.
How prepared are European banks to comply with MREL?
The estimated MREL deficit for European banks based on three subordination scenarios would be 195 billion euros under the recommendation of the EBA, 301 billion euros according to the compromise text of the Council and 526 billion under a full subordination scenario. Therefore, the subordination requirement will be crucial …
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Financial regulation | Single Resolution Fund on schedule
Over recent weeks, the Eurozone has taken the necessary steps to ensure the effective functioning of the Single Resolution Mechanism from January 2016. The ratification of the Intergovernmental Agreement on the Single Resolution Fund (SRF) and the agreement on a bridge financing mechanism for the SRF are essential elements …