CESR Launches A Consultation On The Role Of Credit Rating Agencies In Structured Finance

CESR publishes today a consultation paper entitled “The Role of Credit Rating Agencies in Structured Finance” (Ref. CESR/08-036). Following the European Commission’s additional request for CESR to review several aspects of the rating process regarding structured finance instruments (CESR/07-608), CESR is now publishing a consultation paper to seek market participants views on the main issues included in the European Commission’s request.

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WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--“Today President Bush demonstrated that Democrats and Republicans can set aside differences and put our economy on a strong path to growth. By signing the Economic Stimulus Act of 2008 into law, the administration and Congress delivered meaningful, immediate relief to American workers and businesses alike.

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