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Assess the components and risks of structured Euro Medium-Term Notes (EMTN)
What is the maximum effective lock-up period for an autocall product that does not trigger at the first observation dates?
The effective lock-up period can reach 8 to 12 years for autocall products that do not trigger at the first observation dates. This information is essential for assessing liquidity risk.
What is the main component of a structured EMTN that provides capital protection?
The bond component of a structured EMTN, issued by the structuring bank, may offer full, partial, or no capital protection. For example, a zero-coupon bond can guarantee 100% repayment of the nominal at maturity, which is crucial for assessing capital loss risk.
The most complex structured products statistically deliver the highest returns for investors.
According to a 2020 AMF study, there is an inverse correlation between complexity and performance. Only 21% of matured products outperformed the CAC 40 with dividends reinvested, indicating that structural sophistication benefits issuers more than subscribers.
Structured EMTNs are generally individually rated by agencies such as Moody's or Standard & Poor's.
Structured EMTNs are generally not individually rated. Credit risk assessment relies on the ratings assigned to the issuing bank itself. For example, an investment-grade rating (BBB- or higher) indicates limited default risk.
Credit Risk Measure (CRM)
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The Credit Risk Measure (CRM) is a component of the Summary Risk Indicator (SRI) that incorporates the issuer's credit risk. It is calculated under the PRIIPs regulation and displayed in the Key Information Document (KID).
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Components of a structured EMTN
AMF complexity indicators
A structured EMTN is broken down into two main components: bond and option. The AMF has also defined complexity indicators such as the number of mechanisms or the underlying complexity.
According to the AMF, which complexity indicator measures the number of conditional branching points in a structured product?
The AMF identifies several complexity indicators, including the number of nodes in the decision tree, which measures conditional branching points. For example, a product with multiple possible scenarios will have a more complex decision tree.
According to the AMF, what minimum percentage of structured products marketed to French retail investors display an SRI between 4 and 5?
The AMF found that 90% of structured products marketed to French retail investors display an SRI between 4 and 5, reflecting an intermediate to high risk level. This figure is crucial for assessing product-client suitability.