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After US federal government agencies warned that “prime bank” instruments lacked legitimate use in the mid-1990s and the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) bluntly stated that all “prime bank” investment programs are fraudulent, scams of this nature have dropped off precipitously over the last decade. From time to time however, unscrupulous individuals will dust off past schemes and repackage them in an attempt to dupe investors.
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DCW Updates
ICC Defines Trade Finance
Expressing concern that a poorly constructed definition of trade finance could cause unintended negative consequences for the business, the ICC
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LC & Guarantee Issuance: Under or Out of Control?
Debate persists on when an independent undertaking is issued: upon leaving the issuer’s control or only when advised to the beneficiary. Various rules clarify issuance timing.
September 2024
100% Electronic B/Ls by 2030: The Numbers Behind the Number
On 15 Feb 2023, DCSA members pledged to issue 50% of bills of lading (B/Ls) electronically by 2028 and 100% by 2030, aiming to cut costs and boost global trade.
September 2024
Bank of England Breaks with Basel, keeps 20% CCF for Trade Instruments
The Bank of England reversed its plan to raise trade finance capital requirements from 20% to 50%, aligning with the EU approach but raising insurance-related requirements.