Major Features of BASEL III
1. Quality of capital: The reforms of Basel III seek to ensure that the capital base of
every internationally active bank is backed by a high-quality buffer that can absorb
losses during periods of economic distress. Basel III aims to strengthen the
fundamental definition of capital, with a focus on its overall quality, transparency
and consistency.
2. Capital & Counter Cyclical Buffers: As part of Basel III reforms, two additional
capital buffers intended to serve as further defenses against future losses: a capital
conservation buffer and a countercyclical buffer. The common principle
underlying both buffers is that banks should build up pools of capital during “good
times,” i.e., periods of strong growth, that can be drawn down during the
inevitable “bad times” when unexpected losses may occur. The capital
conservation buffer requires banks to hold an additional 2.5 percent of Total
Capital.
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