Central counterparty

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(CCP).

A financial institution that acts as an intermediary between market participants.


UK central counterparties recognised by the Bank of England include:

  • CME Clearing Europe Limited
  • LCH.Clearnet Limited
  • LME Clear Limited


Most central counterparties are clearing houses.

Also sometimes known as 'central clearing parties'.


See also

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