Single Resolution Board (SRB) Overview
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What is primarily at stake when a bank is failing and requires resolution action?

  • Protection of taxpayers' money
  • Regulation of monetary policy
  • Preservation of the bank's critical functions (correct)
  • Enhancement of bank profitability
  • Which resolution tool allows for the disposal of a bank’s assets to a private purchaser?

  • Asset separation
  • Bail-in
  • Bridge bank
  • Sale of business (correct)
  • Under what conditions can a bank be put into resolution?

  • When it achieves a temporary profit increase
  • When it has sufficient capital reserves
  • When shareholders request a change in management
  • When it is Failing Or Likely To Fail and no other measures are effective (correct)
  • Which resolution tool is specifically designed to manage a failing bank's assets without disrupting its operations significantly?

    <p>Bridge bank (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who has the authority to determine if a bank meets the conditions for resolution?

    <p>Relevant authorities (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary intention behind using resolution tools on a failing bank?

    <p>To ensure the continuity of vital banking functions (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the bail-in tool do during a bank's resolution?

    <p>Converts debt and equity to mitigate losses on the public (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is true regarding public interest when considering bank resolution actions?

    <p>It necessitates that objectives are not met through normal insolvency processes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who bears the first losses in an institution's financial distress?

    <p>Shareholders of the institution (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the prescribed protection level for covered deposits under the Deposit Guarantee Scheme Directive?

    <p>€ 100,000 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about creditor losses in a resolution scenario is accurate?

    <p>No creditor shall incur greater losses than in normal insolvency proceedings. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must occur regarding management when an institution is under resolution?

    <p>Management must be replaced unless necessary for resolution objectives. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the procedure for putting an entity into resolution involve after a determination by the SRB?

    <p>The SRB adopts a resolution scheme and may involve the SRF if needed. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Council of the European Union in the resolution scheme process?

    <p>To express an objection or approval within 24 hours after SRB sends the scheme. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are creditors treated in terms of loss incurrence during a bank's resolution?

    <p>Creditors' losses are incurred in accordance with their priority claims. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what circumstances can natural and legal persons be held liable for an institution's failure?

    <p>Under national law, both civil and criminal law apply. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of the resolution planning conducted by the SRB?

    <p>To obtain a comprehensive understanding of the banks and their critical functions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum contribution to loss absorption or recapitalization required from shareholders and creditors before the SRB may use the SRF?

    <p>8% of total liabilities including own funds (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the target level of the SRF by December 31, 2023?

    <p>1% of the amount of covered deposits of all credit institutions (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In terms of the SRF, what does the transitional period involve?

    <p>A transitional period of eight years before full mutualization (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which step is NOT part of the resolution planning process?

    <p>Increasing shareholder dividends during a crisis (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the NRAs in relation to the SRF?

    <p>To raise funds at the national level through contributions from the banking sector (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    As of July 2016, how much had been collected in contributions towards the SRF?

    <p>EUR 10.8 billion (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect is not included in the strategic business analysis of a bank?

    <p>Financial performance in the stock market (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which banks fall under the direct remit of the Single Resolution Board (SRB)?

    <p>Banks that are significant or have been directly supervised by the European Central Bank. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Single Resolution Mechanism (SRM) primarily aim to achieve?

    <p>Ensure the orderly resolution of all banks in participating Member States. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which directive forms the basis of the powers entrusted to the Single Resolution Board?

    <p>Bank Recovery and Resolution Directive (BRRD). (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What key mechanism is NOT included in the Bank Recovery and Resolution Directive (BRRD)?

    <p>Direct control over bank mergers. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the ultimate goal of the Bank Recovery and Resolution Directive (BRRD)?

    <p>To prevent disruptions in the financial system and the real economy. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a constitutional element of the Single Resolution Mechanism (SRM)?

    <p>Centralized decision-making power in respect of resolution. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of banks are specifically targeted by the resolution efforts of the SRB?

    <p>Significant banks and cross-border banking groups. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do National Resolution Authorities (NRAs) play within the Banking Union?

    <p>They collaborate with the SRB in bank resolutions. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the SRM Regulation adopted in July 2014?

    <p>To create a decision-making framework for resolution in the Banking Union. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what situation can the SRB directly exercise its powers over banks that fall under an NRA's remit?

    <p>When there is a need to ensure high resolution standards are consistently applied. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the specific responsibilities of the SRB regarding the Single Resolution Fund (SRF)?

    <p>To adopt the resolution scheme for any bank requiring SRF utilization. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which entity does the SRB cooperate closely with to ensure effective supervision of banks?

    <p>The European Commission and the Single Supervisory Mechanism. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do National Resolution Authorities (NRAs) play in relation to banks not under the SRB's direct remit?

    <p>They are directly responsible for implementing resolution schemes for those banks. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the objective of bank resolution as performed by resolution authorities?

    <p>To restructure a bank while safeguarding public interest and minimizing taxpayer costs. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What may the SRB issue to an NRA if it finds an impending decision non-compliant?

    <p>A general instruction or a warning. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if a bank within the SRB's remit meets the conditions for resolution?

    <p>The SRB and relevant NRAs must adopt a resolution scheme. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under which condition can the resolution authority transfer assets, rights, and liabilities to the AMV?

    <p>The market for those assets is such that their liquidation could adversely affect financial markets. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a provision the resolution authority enforces over the AMV?

    <p>The authority must give consent from the shareholders. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be considered when calculating the amount for a bail-in related to funding an AMV?

    <p>A prudent estimate of the capital needs of the AMV. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of approving the AMV’s management body by the resolution authority?

    <p>To establish effective governance and accountability. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which scenario necessitates the use of asset separation power by the resolution authority?

    <p>When there is a risk of adverse effects on multiple financial markets. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How may consideration for transferred assets be structured when paid by the AMV?

    <p>Through debt issued by the AMV. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'resolution authority' imply in the context of asset management vehicles?

    <p>The entity responsible for resolving financial issues of institutions under distress. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements best describes the relationship between the AMV and public authorities?

    <p>Public authorities have ownership or control over the AMV. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Single Resolution Board (SRB)

    The resolution authority for significant banks and cross-border groups within the Banking Union.

    Single Resolution Mechanism (SRM)

    Responsible for resolving banks in Banking Union member states.

    Bank Recovery and Resolution Directive (BRRD)

    Regulates aspects of bank failure resolution, like planning, early intervention, and applying resolution tools.

    Single Resolution Mechanism Regulation (SRMR)

    Legal framework supporting the SRM, relating to resolution powers.

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    National Resolution Authorities (NRAs)

    Assist in resolving failing banks, working alongside the SRB within the Single Resolution Mechanism.

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    Significant banks (SRB)

    Banks deemed crucially important, directly supervised by the ECB.

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    Cross-border groups (SRB)

    Groups with parent and subsidiary banks present in more than one Banking Union Participant.

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    Banking Union

    A union of EU member states that share banking regulations and supervision.

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    SRM Regulation

    A 2014 regulation creating an integrated framework for resolving banks in the Banking Union.

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    Bank Resolution

    Bank restructuring, using resolution tools, prioritizing stability, and minimizing tax burdens, by authorities.

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    Single Resolution Fund (SRF)

    Fund used in certain bank resolution situations managed by SRB.

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    NRA's role (banks not under SRB)

    Primary responsibility for banks not directly under SRB's remit.

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    SRB's oversight role (consistent resolution)

    SRB can take full control of a resolution if consistency is needed across jurisdictions.

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    Resolution scheme

    A plan developed and executed to solve troubled bank situations, ensuring financial stability.

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    Shareholder Losses

    Shareholders of a failing institution are the first to bear losses.

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    Equitable Treatment of Creditors

    Creditors of the same type are treated fairly, unless specific rules say otherwise.

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    Maximum Creditor Losses

    Creditors can't lose more than they would in a standard bankruptcy.

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    Creditor Priority

    In a bank failure, creditors lose after shareholders, following bankruptcy rules except if special rules apply.

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    Management Replacement

    Bank management must be replaced unless keeping them is helpful for solving the issues.

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    Liability for Failure

    Individuals causing the bank's failure can be held legally responsible.

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    Deposit Protection Limit

    €100,000 per depositor per bank is the limit of deposit protection.

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    Resolution Scheme Decision

    The SRB decides on the plan to resolve a bank after determining the conditions.

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    Resolution Tools

    Methods used to intervene in a failing bank, aimed at preserving economic functions, minimizing impact, and preventing a wider financial crisis, which include sale of business, bridge bank, asset separation and bail-in.

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    Failing or Likely to Fail (FOLTF)

    Bank's status when it is believed to be in imminent danger of collapse, requiring intervention; a critical threshold for triggering the resolution process.

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    Resolution Objectives

    Goals of a bank resolution, which are to protect vital financial functions, the real economy and minimize damage to the financial system when a bank faces serious trouble.

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    Sale of Business

    Bank resolution tool for transferring a bank's assets to a third party. This can be partial or total transfer of assets, liabilities and shareholdings to a purchaser.

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    Bridge Bank

    A temporary entity created to take over assets and liabilities of a failing bank, allowing a smooth transition during resolution.

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    Bail-in

    A resolution tool for resolving a failing bank, which forces the bank's shareholders and creditors to absorb losses rather than public funds.

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    Public Interest

    A factor considered when deciding whether to intervene with resolution tools, where maintaining a bank is seen as more beneficial than allowing it to fail normally

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    Asset Management Vehicle (AMV)

    A separate entity created to manage assets of a failing bank during resolution. It can be fully or partially owned by government authorities.

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    Resolution Authority

    The entity (like SRB) responsible for overseeing a failing bank's resolution. It can take control of the bank's assets, including shareholders' rights.

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    What are AMV's constitutional documents?

    The AMV's rules and regulations are approved by the resolution authority.

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    How is the AMV managed?

    The resolution authority appoints or approves the management team of the AMV.

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    How is the AMV funded?

    The funding for the AMV depends on the value of the assets transferred. It can be funded through debt issued by the AMV itself and by bail-in.

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    What assets are transferred to the AMV?

    Assets are transferred to the AMV if their liquidation could harm financial markets, if it's necessary for the failing bank's stability, or if it maximizes proceeds from liquidation.

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    What is bail-in?

    Bail-in means using the shareholders' and creditors' money to recapitalize a failing bank.

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    How does bail-in work with the AMV?

    Bail-in amounts should consider the AMV's capital needs. The AMV can be funded with debt issued by itself.

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    SRF

    The Single Resolution Fund is a mutualized fund for covering losses or recapitalizing failing banks in the Banking Union. It is built through contributions from banks and has a target level based on covered deposits.

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    SRB's Role in SRF

    The Single Resolution Board (SRB) manages the SRF. It uses the fund to cover losses or recapitalize banks after shareholders and creditors have contributed a certain amount.

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    How SRF Funds Grow

    The SRF is built up gradually through contributions from banks collected by national authorities (NRAs). The target size changes based on the amount of covered deposits.

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    Resolution Planning

    The SRB's crucial task is to create plans for resolving failing banks within the Banking Union. Plans ensure banks can be resolved smoothly and quickly, minimizing disruption to the financial system.

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    Resolution Planning Objectives

    The SRB's resolution planning aims to: 1) understand a bank's operations and critical functions, 2) identify and remove obstacles to its resolution, and 3) be ready to resolve the bank if necessary.

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    Strategic Business Analysis

    The first step in resolution planning is to create a detailed picture of the bank, including its structure, finances, business model, critical functions, and interdependencies.

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    Preferred Resolution Strategy

    The SRB assesses whether a failing bank should be wound up through insolvency proceedings or resolved via specific resolution tools. They then develop a preferred strategy to achieve resolution objectives.

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    Financial & Operational Continuity

    The SRB looks at the financial and operational requirements to ensure a failing bank can be resolved smoothly, maintaining critical functions while minimizing disruption.

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    Study Notes

    Single Resolution Board (SRB)

    • The SRB is the resolution authority for significant banks and cross-border groups within the Banking Union
    • It works with National Resolution Authorities (NRAs) as part of the Single Resolution Mechanism (SRM)
    • Its mission is to ensure orderly resolutions of failing banks, minimizing impact on the real economy and public finances of participating Member States
    • The SRB's authority covers significant banks, and cross-border groups where parent and subsidiary banks are in different participating Member States
    • A list of banks under SRB's remit is publicly available on its website

    Single Resolution Mechanism (SRM)

    • The SRM handles resolution for all banks in participating Member States within the Banking Union
    • It's one of the pillars of the Banking Union, alongside the Single Supervisory Mechanism (SSM)
    • Centralized resolution decision-making power was given to the SRB in January 2016
    • The SRM's powers come from the Bank Recovery and Resolution Directive (BRRD) and the Single Resolution Mechanism Regulation (SRMR)

    BRRD (Bank Recovery and Resolution Directive)

    • Aimed at orderly resolution of failing banks without disrupting the financial system or real economy
    • Minimizes taxpayer costs
    • Covers key elements like recovery and resolution planning, early intervention, and cooperation between national authorities

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    Explore the functions and missions of the Single Resolution Board (SRB) within the Banking Union. This quiz covers the SRB's role as a resolution authority, its collaboration with National Resolution Authorities, and the importance of the Single Resolution Mechanism (SRM) in handling bank resolutions across participating Member States.

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