Regulation
CFTC Dodd-Frank rule-making to drag on until fourth quarter, says O’Malia
CFTC commissioner raises doubt over time line for Dodd-Frank Act – despite a proposed five-month delay
US energy firms relieved about CFTC’s ‘swap dealer’ definition; public utilities concerned
Many US energy companies breathed a sigh of relief on Wednesday after the Commodities Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) voted to narrow the definition of a 'swap dealer'. In a long-awaited decision, the agency dramatically raised the threshold for how…
Volcker rule to pummel US energy industry: IHS
The so-called 'Volcker rule', if carried out the way regulators have proposed, will make it more difficult for the US energy industry to access risk management services, harming oil and gas producers, refiners and utilities, according to a study released…
The long and winding road to Dodd-Frank
As the Dodd-Frank rule-making process drags on, US energy companies are wondering when they will finally have clarity about the law’s impact on their business. Alexander Osipovich examines some of the key issues being thrashed out in the months to come
New US EPA rules seek to dethrone old King Coal
Regulators are turning up the heat on US utilities with a pair of tough new air-quality rules likely to hasten the demise of older coal-fired plants. Alexander Osipovich examines the implications
US energy firms lagging in Dodd-Frank readiness: survey
Two-thirds of upstream US energy companies have done nothing to comply with new regulations imposed by the Dodd-Frank Act, according to a new survey
Aviation allowances begin trading under EU ETS but outlook mixed
Carbon market analysts are cautious about the potential introduction of a range of European aviation allowances, which will have far-reaching implications for the market, finds Gillian Carr
Singapore commodity derivatives regulation set for overhaul
Financial authorities in Singapore have recommended consolidating the oversight of all commodity derivatives and futures to one regulatory body, as part of a proposed broader move to regulate the country's derivatives market in line with international…
EU ETS set-aside takes another step forward
The European Parliament's Committee on Industry, Research and Energy has voted for the use of a set-aside under the European Union Emissions Trading Scheme
US energy firms fear Dodd-Frank ‘swap dealer’ definition as decision looms
The US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is approaching a key point in the process of writing rules to implement the Dodd-Frank financial reform bill: its final definition of the terms 'swap dealer' and 'major swap participant'. Energy firms…
IETA concern over set-aside implementation
The International Emissions Trading Association believes market credibility in the European Union Emissions Trading Scheme could come under threat if a set-aside scheme is implemented
US utilities face two crucial issues in 2012: Edison Electric Institute
Preserving the ability of electric utilities to use OTC derivatives for hedging purposes and maintaining low tax rates on dividends are two of the most pressing issues facing utilities in 2012 and it’s important regulators and utilities are on the same…
Energy markets face huge change under Mifid II
Many exemptions that commodity firms took for granted under the old Mifid framework will no longer exist when Mifid II and Mifir come in to force. Ellen Davis reports
Remit guidance requires more specific definitions
Acer guidance on Remit needs to contain clearer definitions of market manipulation and insider trading, and could cause serious liquidity problems, say market experts. By Ellen Davis
Obama announces intent for Sieminski to head US EIA
US President Barack Obama has announced his plan to nominate Deutsche Bank's Adam Sieminski as head of the Energy Information Administration
Remit reporting requirements remain unclear
Remit continues to pose problems, as energy firms look for clarity on how to meet the requirements
Energy and Commodities OTC Clearing and Execution under Dodd-Frank Regulation roundtable
Challenges continuously arise regarding energy and commodities OTC clearing, and changes in regulations. This roundtable offers the knowledge, experience and opinions of our elite speakers on some of the key issues the industry currently faces including:
US energy firms brace for position limits
The CFTC’s decision to press ahead with enforcement of the position-limits rule, despite an industry court challenge, means that US energy companies must get serious about compliance in 2012
Exelon-Constellation merger edges closer to completion
On the back of further regulatory approvals, the creation of the largest competitive energy provider in the US is now looming ever closer
Regulation, credit are major challenges for energy traders in 2012: Trayport’s Davies
Regulation and credit are two of the biggest challenges facing energy trading companies in 2012, says James Davies at Trayport.
Regulation a concern for CEE power and gas traders
Regulation, market coupling and the drawback of import/export tariffs were some of the most pressing issues discussed at Energy Risk’s central and eastern Europe conference last month. Gillian Carr reports