JSCC Joins the Securities Finance Association

Japan Securities Clearing Corporation (“JSCC”) announces that it has joined the Securities Finance Association (formerly Pan Asia Securities Lending Association (PASLA); hereinafter, “SFA”) as a Solution Member.

SFA is an industry association for securities finance　in the Asia-Pacific region. Since its establishment in 1995, it has promoted the development of the field through information sharing and dialogue among market participants.

Through its membership in SFA, JSCC will strengthen its network with market participants across the Asia-Pacific region and further promote the sharing of knowledge on market developments and practices related to securities finance and collateral management. JSCC will also continue its efforts to improve its services and broaden its user base.

Mr. Isao Hasegawa, President & CEO of JSCC, commented:
“In recent years, the financial market environment has been evolving, driven by factors such as the diversification of transactions, increasing globalization, and the growing importance of the proper management and effective use of collateral. Against this backdrop, we consider it highly meaningful to join SFA. As the clearing organization within Japan Exchange Group, JSCC will continue to serve as a key market infrastructure, striving to provide services that meet the needs of both domestic and international market participants, while balancing safety and efficiency and contributing to the sustainable development of financial markets.”

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Japan Securities Clearing Corporation
Clearing Planning Department
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