# What Are the Primary Differences between English Law and New York Law CSAs? ▴ Question

**Published:** 2025-08-13
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## Concept

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## The Jurisdictional Blueprint of Collateral

In the architecture of over-the-counter (OTC) derivatives, the [Credit Support Annex](https://prime.greeks.live/area/credit-support-annex/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite) (CSA) functions as a critical subsystem for mitigating [counterparty credit risk](https://prime.greeks.live/area/counterparty-credit-risk/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite). Its primary role is to govern the exchange of collateral, ensuring that as the market value of derivative positions fluctuates, the net exposure between counterparties remains within acceptable tolerances. The selection of the governing law for a CSA ▴ principally a choice between English Law and New York Law ▴ is a foundational decision that dictates the entire legal and operational character of this risk-management mechanism. This choice extends far beyond mere legal preference; it fundamentally defines the rights, obligations, and the very nature of the collateral relationship between two parties.

It establishes how assets are held, what rights each party retains, and the precise mechanics available for recourse in the event of a default. Understanding these differences is to understand the core engineering of counterparty risk mitigation in the global derivatives market.

The divergence between the two legal regimes is rooted in their conceptual approach to collateralization. An [English Law CSA](https://prime.greeks.live/area/english-law-csa/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite) operates on the principle of “outright transfer of title.” When one party posts collateral, it legally transfers full ownership of those assets to the other party. The recipient does not hold the assets in trust or as a pledge; they become the legal owner. The obligation is not to return the specific assets but to return “equivalent” assets upon the satisfaction of the exposure.

In contrast, a [New York Law CSA](https://prime.greeks.live/area/new-york-law-csa/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite) establishes a “[security interest](https://prime.greeks.live/question/how-does-a-bankruptcy-filing-affect-an-unperfected-security-interest/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite).” The party posting collateral retains legal ownership of the assets but grants the receiving party a perfected security interest, or lien, over them. The assets are pledged as security, not transferred outright. This fundamental distinction in legal treatment creates two vastly different operational and risk architectures, impacting everything from asset segregation and re-use (re-hypothecation) to the procedures for enforcement during a counterparty default.

> The choice between English and New York law for a Credit Support Annex fundamentally alters the legal character of collateral, defining it as either a transfer of ownership or the granting of a security interest.

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## Foundational Legal Constructs

The implications of this core difference cascade through the entire [ISDA Master Agreement](https://prime.greeks.live/area/isda-master-agreement/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite) framework. Under the ISDA architecture, an English Law CSA is designated as a “Transaction.” This classification means that a failure to post required collateral is treated as a “Failure to Pay or Deliver” under Section 5(a)(i) of the ISDA [Master Agreement](https://prime.greeks.live/question/in-what-ways-does-the-single-agreement-principle-of-the-isda-master-agreement-differ-from-traditional-contract-law/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite). This is a serious event, on par with a failure to make a payment on a swap, and it provides a direct path to the termination of all transactions under the Master Agreement. The mechanism is direct and integrated into the primary payment and delivery obligations of the trading relationship.

Conversely, a New York Law CSA is classified as a “Credit Support Document.” Consequently, a failure to post collateral under its terms constitutes a “[Credit Support Default](https://prime.greeks.live/area/credit-support-default/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite)” under Section 5(a)(iii) of the ISDA Master Agreement. While still a significant Event of Default, its classification is distinct. This structural difference in how a failure to perform is categorized within the ISDA framework has procedural consequences for how a [non-defaulting party](https://prime.greeks.live/question/what-are-the-key-procedural-steps-for-a-non-defaulting-party-under-the-2002-isda/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite) must issue notices and can ultimately exercise its right to terminate the relationship. The New York Law structure creates a separate, collateral-specific enforcement path, whereas the English Law approach integrates the collateral obligation directly into the stream of transactional obligations.

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## Strategy

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## Title Transfer versus Security Interest a Strategic Dissection

The strategic decision to use an English Law or New York Law CSA hinges on a party’s appetite for different types of risk and its operational capabilities. The English Law “title transfer” model offers operational simplicity and certainty at the point of enforcement. Since the [collateral taker](https://prime.greeks.live/question/what-is-the-relationship-between-maker-taker-fees-and-market-liquidity-during-volatility-spikes/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite) already has full legal ownership of the posted assets, there is no need for a separate legal process to enforce a security interest upon a counterparty’s default. The value of the collateral is simply incorporated into the final [close-out netting calculation](https://prime.greeks.live/question/how-does-the-close-out-amount-calculation-in-the-2002-agreement-differ-from-the-loss-calculation-in-the-1992-version/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite) under Section 6 of the ISDA Master Agreement.

This can be a significant advantage in a crisis scenario, as it removes potential legal hurdles and delays associated with seizing and liquidating pledged assets. The collateral is already on the non-defaulting party’s balance sheet, fully available for its use.

The New York Law “security interest” model, while appearing more complex at enforcement, provides greater protection for the [collateral provider](https://prime.greeks.live/question/how-does-collateral-optimization-differ-from-collateral-transformation-in-practice/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite). Since the [provider retains title](https://prime.greeks.live/question/what-are-the-client-protection-mechanisms-under-the-eus-title-transfer-model/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite) to the assets, it has a clearer and more direct claim to the return of its specific property if the collateral taker defaults. This can be particularly important in the insolvency of the collateral taker, where the provider’s assets are more clearly segregated from the estate of the bankrupt entity, reducing the risk of being treated as a general unsecured creditor. The trade-off for this protection is the procedural burden on the collateral taker, who must take specific steps to enforce its lien over the collateral in a default scenario, a process that can be subject to legal challenge and delay.

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## Comparative Framework of CSA Legal Regimes

The table below outlines the primary strategic differences between the two governing laws, providing a clear comparison for institutional decision-making.

| Feature | English Law CSA (Title Transfer) | New York Law CSA (Security Interest) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Legal Nature of Collateral | Outright transfer of legal title. The collateral taker becomes the owner of the assets. | Creation of a security interest. The collateral provider retains title, pledging the assets. |
| ISDA Document Classification | Considered a “Transaction” under the ISDA Master Agreement. | Considered a “Credit Support Document” under the ISDA Master Agreement. |
| Failure to Post Collateral | Triggers a “Failure to Pay or Deliver” (Section 5(a)(i)). | Triggers a “Credit Support Default” (Section 5(a)(iii)). |
| Enforcement on Default | No enforcement action required. Collateral value is included in the close-out netting calculation. | Requires enforcement of the security interest to realize the value of the collateral. |
| Right of Re-hypothecation | Inherent right for the collateral taker to use, sell, or pledge the assets, as it holds title. | Must be explicitly granted in the CSA. Without this right, the collateral must be segregated. |
| Collateral Provider’s Risk | Higher credit risk on the collateral taker, as the provider is an unsecured creditor for the return of its collateral. | Lower risk in the event of the collateral taker’s insolvency, as the provider retains title to the assets. |

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## The Strategic Implications of Re-Hypothecation

The right of [re-hypothecation](https://prime.greeks.live/area/re-hypothecation/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite) ▴ the ability of the collateral taker to re-use the collateral it has received ▴ is a critical strategic consideration directly tied to the choice of governing law. Under an [English Law](https://prime.greeks.live/area/english-law/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite) CSA, this right is automatic and unrestricted. Because the collateral taker holds full title, the assets are fungible with its own and can be used for any purpose, such as financing, short-selling, or meeting its own collateral obligations. This provides a significant funding benefit to the collateral taker, which is often a key economic driver for entering into such an arrangement.

Under a [New York Law](https://prime.greeks.live/area/new-york-law/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite) CSA, the right of re-hypothecation is a negotiated term. If the CSA does not explicitly permit re-hypothecation, the collateral taker must segregate the pledged assets and cannot use them. If the right is granted, it allows the collateral taker to achieve similar economic benefits to the English Law model. However, for the collateral provider, granting this right significantly increases its risk.

If the collateral taker re-hypothecates the assets and then becomes insolvent, the original provider may be unable to recover its specific assets and will be left with only a general unsecured claim against the insolvent estate for the value of the collateral. This transforms a secured exposure into an unsecured one, a risk that must be carefully managed and priced.

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## Operational Playbook for Collateral Management

The execution of collateral management [under English](https://prime.greeks.live/question/how-does-re-hypothecation-under-english-law-csa-differ-from-new-york-law/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite) and New York Law CSAs requires distinct operational workflows, particularly concerning collateral calls, dispute resolution, and default management. The choice of law dictates the procedural steps that must be followed to ensure compliance and protect a party’s rights. A failure to adhere to these operational protocols can result in significant financial loss and legal challenges, especially during periods of market stress.

> The operational workflows for collateral calls and default management are fundamentally different under English and New York Law CSAs, demanding tailored procedural playbooks.

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## Lifecycle of a Collateral Transfer

The day-to-day process of calling for and returning collateral follows a similar economic logic under both regimes, but the underlying legal actions differ. The following table details the operational steps in a typical collateral call lifecycle.

| Stage | English Law CSA (Title Transfer) | New York Law CSA (Security Interest) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1. Valuation and Exposure Calculation | Parties calculate the mark-to-market exposure of their transactions to determine the required Credit Support Amount. | Parties calculate the mark-to-market exposure of their transactions to determine the required Credit Support Amount. |
| 2. Margin Call Issuance | The party with a net exposure in its favor issues a demand for a transfer of Eligible Credit Support. | The party with a net exposure in its favor issues a demand for the delivery of Eligible Credit Support. |
| 3. Collateral Transfer | The collateral provider executes an outright transfer of title of the agreed assets to the collateral taker. | The collateral provider delivers the agreed assets, perfecting a security interest in favor of the collateral taker. |
| 4. Confirmation and Booking | The collateral taker confirms receipt and books the assets on its balance sheet as its own property. | The collateral taker confirms receipt and books the assets as collateral held, noting the security interest. |
| 5. Return of Collateral | When the exposure decreases, the collateral taker is obligated to transfer “Equivalent” Credit Support back to the provider. | When the exposure decreases, the collateral taker is obligated to return the posted collateral to the provider. |

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## Default Management and Enforcement Protocols

In the critical event of a counterparty default, the operational playbook for each legal regime diverges sharply. The non-defaulting party must execute a precise sequence of actions to secure its position and enforce its rights under the CSA.

The following procedural list outlines the high-level steps for enforcement under each framework:

- **New York Law CSA (Credit [Support Default](https://prime.greeks.live/question/why-was-credit-support-default-added-to-the-2002-isda-agreement/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite))** ▴ 

<li>**Identify Default** ▴ A failure to post collateral constitutes a [Credit Support](https://prime.greeks.live/question/how-does-the-isda-credit-support-annex-function-to-reduce-daily-credit-exposure/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite) Default.

- **Issue Default Notice** ▴ The non-defaulting party must issue a notice declaring a Credit Support Default and its intent to terminate the agreement.

- **Designate Early Termination Date** ▴ A date for the termination and close-out of all transactions is designated.

- **Enforce Security Interest** ▴ The non-defaulting party must take steps to enforce its lien over the posted collateral. This may involve a public or private sale of the assets in a “commercially reasonable” manner, as prescribed by the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC).

- **Calculate Close-Out Amount** ▴ The proceeds from the collateral liquidation are applied to the final close-out amount calculated under the ISDA Master Agreement.

</li>
- **English Law CSA (Failure to Pay or Deliver)** ▴ 

<li>**Identify Default** ▴ A failure to post collateral constitutes a Failure to Pay or Deliver.

- **Issue Default Notice** ▴ The non-defaulting party issues a notice specifying the failure and designating an Early Termination Date.

- **Automatic Set-Off** ▴ No enforcement action on the collateral is necessary. The collateral taker already owns the assets.

- **Calculate Close-Out Amount** ▴ The value of the posted collateral (the collateral taker’s obligation to return “Equivalent” collateral) is automatically included as a component of the [close-out netting](https://prime.greeks.live/area/close-out-netting/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite) calculation. The process is one of accounting and set-off rather than enforcement.

</li>

> Enforcement under a New York Law CSA is an active process of liquidating a security interest, whereas under an English Law CSA, it is a passive accounting exercise of netting values.

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## Quantitative and Predictive Scenario Analysis

Consider a scenario where Party A and Party B have a portfolio of derivatives. The net mark-to-market value is $10 million in favor of Party A. Under their CSA, Party B has posted $10 million in government bonds as collateral to Party A. Party B then defaults.

If the CSA is governed by **English Law**, Party A already holds full legal title to the $10 million in bonds. In the close-out calculation, Party A’s gain of $10 million on the derivatives is set off against its obligation to return $10 million of equivalent bonds to Party B. The net result is zero, and Party A simply keeps the bonds. The process is immediate and self-contained.

There is minimal operational friction or legal delay. The primary risk faced by Party A leading up to the default was the creditworthiness of Party B, but at the moment of default, the collateral is already secured.

If the CSA is governed by **New York Law**, Party A holds a security interest over the $10 million in bonds, but Party B still legally owns them. Upon Party B’s default, Party A must take action to enforce its security interest. This requires Party A to liquidate the bonds in a commercially reasonable manner. If Party A sells the bonds for exactly $10 million, the proceeds are used to offset the $10 million owed by Party B on the derivatives portfolio, resulting in a net zero payment.

However, the process introduces potential for friction. The liquidation itself could incur transaction costs. Furthermore, the concept of “commercial reasonableness” could be challenged by the insolvency administrator of Party B, potentially leading to litigation and delays in Party A realizing the value of its collateral. This operational risk is a key distinguishing factor in the execution of the two legal regimes.

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- Gregory, Jon. _The Law and Practice of Derivative Products._ Tottel Publishing, 2004.

- Firth, John, et al. “The ISDA Master Agreement and CSA ▴ Close-out Weaknesses Exposed in the Banking Crisis and Suggestions for Change.” _Mayer Brown_, January 2009.

- International Swaps and Derivatives Association. “User’s Guide to the 1992 ISDA Master Agreements.” 1993.

- Choi, Stephen J. Scott, Robert E. and Gulati, Mitu. “The Black Hole of Boilerplate.” _Emory Law Journal_, vol. 67, no. 1, 2017, pp. 1-64.

- Johnson, Paul. “Credit Support Under the ISDA Master Agreement.” _Journal of International Banking and Financial Law_, vol. 28, no. 3, 2013, pp. 154-158.

- Mengle, David C. “The Importance of Law to the OTC Derivatives Market.” _ISDA Research Notes_, no. 2, 2010.

- Flanagan, Martin. “Collateral Management ▴ The Impact of the New Regulatory Framework.” _Butterworths Journal of International Banking and Financial Law_, vol. 30, no. 5, 2015, pp. 282-285.

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## An Integrated System of Risk and Recourse

The selection of a governing law for a Credit Support Annex is an exercise in system design. It requires a holistic assessment of a firm’s legal, operational, and [credit risk](https://prime.greeks.live/area/credit-risk/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite) philosophies. The decision between the English Law [title transfer](https://prime.greeks.live/question/what-are-the-client-protection-mechanisms-under-the-eus-title-transfer-model/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite) framework and the New York Law security interest framework establishes the fundamental logic of how a firm interacts with its counterparties’ collateral. This choice should not be viewed in isolation but as an integral component of a broader operational architecture.

The optimal choice depends on a nuanced understanding of the trade-offs between enforcement certainty, counterparty credit risk, and the economic benefits of collateral re-use. Ultimately, mastering the execution of [OTC derivatives](https://prime.greeks.live/area/otc-derivatives/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite) requires a deep appreciation for how these foundational legal constructs shape the flow of assets and the allocation of risk across the global financial system.

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## Glossary

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## Counterparty Credit Risk

Meaning ▴ Counterparty Credit Risk quantifies the potential for financial loss arising from a counterparty's failure to fulfill its contractual obligations before a transaction's final settlement. </a><a href="https://prime.greeks.live/area/credit-support-annex/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite" class="glossary-item-box">
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## Credit Support Annex

Meaning ▴ The Credit Support Annex, or CSA, is a legal document forming part of the ISDA Master Agreement, specifically designed to govern the exchange of collateral between two counterparties in over-the-counter derivative transactions. </a><a href="https://prime.greeks.live/area/english-law-csa/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite" class="glossary-item-box">
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## English Law Csa

Meaning ▴ The English Law CSA, or Credit Support Annex, constitutes a critical legal document appended to an ISDA Master Agreement, specifically governing the exchange of collateral between counterparties in over-the-counter (OTC) derivatives transactions under the jurisdiction of English law. </a><a href="https://prime.greeks.live/question/how-does-a-bankruptcy-filing-affect-an-unperfected-security-interest/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite" class="glossary-item-box">
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## Security Interest

A bankruptcy filing empowers a trustee to void an unperfected security interest, converting the creditor's claim from secured to unsecured. </a><a href="https://prime.greeks.live/area/new-york-law-csa/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite" class="glossary-item-box">
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## New York Law Csa

Meaning ▴ The New York Law CSA, or Credit Support Annex, functions as a critical legal agreement under the International Swaps and Derivatives Association (ISDA) Master Agreement framework, specifically governed by the laws of the State of New York. </a><a href="https://prime.greeks.live/area/isda-master-agreement/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite" class="glossary-item-box">
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## Isda Master Agreement

Meaning ▴ The ISDA Master Agreement is a standardized contractual framework for privately negotiated over-the-counter (OTC) derivatives transactions, establishing common terms for a wide array of financial instruments. </a><a href="https://prime.greeks.live/question/in-what-ways-does-the-single-agreement-principle-of-the-isda-master-agreement-differ-from-traditional-contract-law/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite" class="glossary-item-box">
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## Master Agreement

The ISDA's Single Agreement principle architects a unified risk entity, replacing severable contracts with one indivisible agreement to enable close-out netting. </a><a href="https://prime.greeks.live/area/credit-support-default/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite" class="glossary-item-box">
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## Credit Support Default

Meaning ▴ A Credit Support Default signifies a critical event within the lifecycle of a bilateral derivatives agreement, specifically when a party fails to satisfy its collateral delivery obligations as stipulated by the governing Credit Support Annex. </a><a href="https://prime.greeks.live/question/what-are-the-key-procedural-steps-for-a-non-defaulting-party-under-the-2002-isda/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite" class="glossary-item-box">
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## Non-Defaulting Party

The Non-Defaulting Party's key procedure is to terminate trades and calculate a net close-out amount with commercial reason. </a><a href="https://prime.greeks.live/question/how-does-the-close-out-amount-calculation-in-the-2002-agreement-differ-from-the-loss-calculation-in-the-1992-version/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite" class="glossary-item-box">
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## Close-Out Netting Calculation

The 2002 Agreement's Close-Out Amount mandates an objective, commercially reasonable valuation, replacing the 1992's subjective Loss standard. </a><a href="https://prime.greeks.live/question/what-is-the-relationship-between-maker-taker-fees-and-market-liquidity-during-volatility-spikes/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite" class="glossary-item-box">
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## Collateral Taker

Maker-taker fees invert their function in volatility, as escalating adverse selection risk overwhelms the static rebate, accelerating liquidity withdrawal. </a><a href="https://prime.greeks.live/question/what-are-the-client-protection-mechanisms-under-the-eus-title-transfer-model/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite" class="glossary-item-box">
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## Provider Retains Title

EU client protection under the title transfer model is a risk-based system of prohibitions, appropriateness tests, and disclosures designed to shield client assets. </a><a href="https://prime.greeks.live/question/how-does-collateral-optimization-differ-from-collateral-transformation-in-practice/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite" class="glossary-item-box">
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## Collateral Provider

Collateral optimization is a strategic system for efficient asset allocation; transformation is a tactical process for asset conversion. </a><a href="https://prime.greeks.live/area/re-hypothecation/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite" class="glossary-item-box">
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## Re-Hypothecation

Meaning ▴ The practice of a prime broker or financial institution utilizing client collateral, typically securities or digital assets, which has been pledged to them, for their own financing activities or to satisfy their own obligations. </a><a href="https://prime.greeks.live/area/english-law/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite" class="glossary-item-box">
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## English Law

Meaning ▴ English Law defines a foundational legal system providing jurisdictional certainty for contractual obligations and property rights within the United Kingdom, serving as a critical component for structuring institutional digital asset operations. </a><a href="https://prime.greeks.live/area/new-york-law/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite" class="glossary-item-box">
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## New York Law

Meaning ▴ New York Law refers to the comprehensive body of statutes, regulations, and judicial precedents established within the State of New York. </a><a href="https://prime.greeks.live/question/how-does-re-hypothecation-under-english-law-csa-differ-from-new-york-law/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite" class="glossary-item-box">
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## Under English

English law CSAs transfer asset ownership, while New York law CSAs create a pledge with rights of reuse, altering risk and recovery paths. </a><a href="https://prime.greeks.live/question/why-was-credit-support-default-added-to-the-2002-isda-agreement/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite" class="glossary-item-box">
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## Support Default

The 2002 ISDA's Credit Support Default provision transformed collateral failure into a decisive termination event, hardening the system against counterparty risk. </a><a href="https://prime.greeks.live/question/how-does-the-isda-credit-support-annex-function-to-reduce-daily-credit-exposure/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite" class="glossary-item-box">
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## Credit Support

The ISDA CSA is a protocol that systematically neutralizes daily credit exposure via the margining of mark-to-market portfolio values. </a><a href="https://prime.greeks.live/area/close-out-netting/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite" class="glossary-item-box">
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## Close-Out Netting

Meaning ▴ Close-out netting is a contractual mechanism within financial agreements, typically master agreements, designed to consolidate all mutual obligations between two counterparties into a single net payment upon the occurrence of a specified termination event, such as default or insolvency. </a><a href="https://prime.greeks.live/question/what-are-the-client-protection-mechanisms-under-the-eus-title-transfer-model/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite" class="glossary-item-box">
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## Title Transfer

EU client protection under the title transfer model is a risk-based system of prohibitions, appropriateness tests, and disclosures designed to shield client assets. </a><a href="https://prime.greeks.live/area/credit-risk/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite" class="glossary-item-box">
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## Credit Risk

Meaning ▴ Credit risk quantifies the potential financial loss arising from a counterparty's failure to fulfill its contractual obligations within a transaction. </a><a href="https://prime.greeks.live/area/otc-derivatives/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite" class="glossary-item-box">
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## Otc Derivatives

Meaning ▴ OTC Derivatives are bilateral financial contracts executed directly between two counterparties, outside the regulated environment of a centralized exchange. </a>

**Tags:** [Security Interest Collateral](https://options.greeks.live/area/security-interest-collateral/), [Counterparty Credit Risk](https://options.greeks.live/area/counterparty-credit-risk/), [New York Law](https://options.greeks.live/area/new-york-law/), [OTC Derivatives](https://options.greeks.live/area/otc-derivatives/), [Title Transfer Collateral](https://options.greeks.live/area/title-transfer-collateral/), [ISDA Master Agreement](https://options.greeks.live/area/isda-master-agreement/)	

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### [Why Is the English Law CSA Considered a Transaction While the New York Law CSA Is a Credit Support Document?](https://options.greeks.live/question/why-is-the-english-law-csa-considered-a-transaction-while-the-new-york-law-csa-is-a-credit-support-document/)
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The English Law CSA is a title transfer creating operational fluidity, while the New York Law CSA is a security pledge prioritizing asset protection.

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### [What Are the Best Practices for Mitigating Counterparty Risk in a One to Many Rfq Model?](https://options.greeks.live/question/what-are-the-best-practices-for-mitigating-counterparty-risk-in-a-one-to-many-rfq-model/)
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A resilient one-to-many RFQ model is built on a dynamic, data-driven framework for continuous counterparty risk assessment and mitigation.

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### [How Does the 2002 ISDA Set off Provision Interact with Collateral Posted under a CSA?](https://options.greeks.live/question/how-does-the-2002-isda-set-off-provision-interact-with-collateral-posted-under-a-csa/)
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The ISDA set-off provision is the final step in a default, netting external debts against the post-collateral derivatives exposure.

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### [What Are the Primary Legal Agreements Required for Secure Bilateral Trading?](https://options.greeks.live/question/what-are-the-primary-legal-agreements-required-for-secure-bilateral-trading/)
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The primary legal agreements for secure bilateral trading are the ISDA Master Agreement, Schedule, and Credit Support Annex.

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### [What Are the Primary Differences between a Ccp and a Bilateral Otc Market?](https://options.greeks.live/question/what-are-the-primary-differences-between-a-ccp-and-a-bilateral-otc-market/)
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A CCP centralizes and mutualizes counterparty risk through a hub-and-spoke model; a bilateral market distributes it across a peer-to-peer network.

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### [What Are the Legal Challenges to Enforcing Netting Agreements across Different Jurisdictions?](https://options.greeks.live/question/what-are-the-legal-challenges-to-enforcing-netting-agreements-across-different-jurisdictions/)
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Cross-jurisdictional netting enforcement transforms a contractual promise into a systemic dependency on conflicting national insolvency laws.

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### [What Are the Primary Legal Documents Governing Bilateral over the Counter Trades?](https://options.greeks.live/question/what-are-the-primary-legal-documents-governing-bilateral-over-the-counter-trades/)
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The primary legal documents for OTC trades are the ISDA Master Agreement, Schedule, Confirmation, and Credit Support Annex.

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### [How Does the CSA Differ between English Law and New York Law Jurisdictions?](https://options.greeks.live/question/how-does-the-csa-differ-between-english-law-and-new-york-law-jurisdictions/)
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A New York Law CSA creates a security interest in collateral, whereas an English Law CSA executes an outright title transfer.

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### [What Is the Role of the Isda Master Agreement in Capital Calculations?](https://options.greeks.live/question/what-is-the-role-of-the-isda-master-agreement-in-capital-calculations/)
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The ISDA Master Agreement is the legal protocol enabling counterparty risk netting, directly reducing regulatory capital requirements.

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