October 11, 2012

CFTC Staff Responds to Frequently Asked Questions on the Reporting of Cleared Swaps

Washington, DC –Today, Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) staff is responding to frequently asked questions from market participants and other interested parties on the reporting of cleared swaps as required under part 45 of the Commission’s regulations. The CFTC is issuing a FAQ document to help market participants better understand how to report cleared swaps, who has the obligation to report and the timing of reporting.

The FAQ document on the Reporting of Cleared Swaps is available on the Commission website at http://www.cftc.gov/LawRegulation/DoddFrankAct/Rulemakings/DF_17_Recordkeeping/index.htm.

Last Updated: October 11, 2012