1st Line of Defence

In crises, underwriting bank stocks becomes mired in problems of valuation. Especially where the underwriters are nervous they can fall into the ‘struck twice by lightening’ trap.

Give assurance on current valuations of a balance sheet, despite distressed markets and illiquid investments.

Due diligence via direct contact with C-suite, questionnaires, diagnostic tools, modelling, and recommendations. Leading to scenario estimates on valuation changes for possible extreme moves in markets and values. This allows the underwriting to be measured clearly against the risk appetite and hence with understanding of outcomes in advance.