"Global Securitisation and CDOs include a detailed analysis of global asset-backed and CDO structures, and an extensive discussion of: recent synthetic and credit derivative structures used in CDOs and securitisations; the new Basel Capital Accord; development in worldwide accounting standards; the technology of whole business securitisations; the workings of 52 global markets ranging from the UK and Europe to the USA, Asia, Latin America and Australia." "It is essential reading for securitisation and CDO practitioners at investment banks, commercial banks, law firms, accounting firms and rating agencies, as well as for financial and corporate issuers and investors, and includes a detailed lexicon of industry jargon and know-how."--Jacket.