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Leaked EU document casts doubt on leverage ratio relief

Several MEPs oppose leverage exemption for sovereign bonds, but some want SA-CCR fast-tracked

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The European Commission’s draft proposal on capital relief for banks grappling with the coronavirus pandemic is expected to stop short of exempting government bonds from the leverage ratio.

A leaked European Parliament document, seen by Risk.net, reveals significant opposition to the measure among lawmakers, suggesting it is too controversial for speedy adoption.

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