Risk factors that drive the securitisation market in Australia and overseas

Mentor: Professor Michael Martin, Australian National University
Intern: Ms Laura Ryan, Australian National University
Industry Partner: Dr Katrina Ellis, Australian Prudential Regulation Authority
Project Duration: August 2009 to January 2010

Research will focus on identifying the risk factors that drive the securitisation market in Australia and internationally with a focus on comparing and contrasting these domestic risk factors with those internationally. Our research aims to provide a model that will yield information about key risk factors that impact the economic environment in the context of the securitisation market.

Areas to be addressed include:

  • Prudential Regulation
  • Interest Rate Cycles
  • Product Complexity
  • Global Integration and Diversification Opportunities