BCBS 293

Definition

BCBS 293 is a document published by the Basel Committee on Banking Supervision on October 2014 in the Basel III category.

Title

Frequently asked questions on the Basel III leverage ratio framework.

Abstract

The Basel Committee on Banking Supervision has today issued frequently asked questions (FAQs) on the BaselIII leverage ratio. To promote consistent global implementation of the requirements, the Committee has agreed to periodically review frequently asked questions and publish answers along with any technical elaboration of the standard and any interpretative guidance that may be necessary.

The Committee has received a number of interpretation questions related to the January 2014 publication of the Basel III leverage ratio framework. The FAQs published today correspond to the text set out in that standard.

Document Profile

• Publication Date: October 2014
• Publication Type: Faqs
• Publication Status: Superseded
• Publication Category: Basel III
• Number of Pages: 4
• Keywords: Capital Adequacy, Regulatory Capital, Leverage Ratio

See Also

• BIS Website: Web Page
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