CBS-2 Clearing & Settlement Services
Introduction
The Clearing & Settlement Services (CBS 2) of Kenanga Investment Bank represents a critical component of its operational infrastructure, ensuring that securities transactions are accurately captured, cleared, and settled in a timely and secure manner. The efficient functioning of this CBS is fundamental not only to the bank’s internal operations but also to maintaining trust and compliance within Malaysia’s financial market ecosystem.
This chapter provides a detailed mapping of dependencies for CBS 2, highlighting the interactions between people, processes, technology, and third-party entities. Understanding these interconnections allows Kenanga Investment Bank to proactively manage risks, strengthen operational resilience, and meet regulatory expectations under frameworks such as Bank Negara Malaysia’s 2025 Discussion Paper on Operational Resilience.
Purpose of the Chapter
This chapter aims to equip readers with a clear understanding of the dependencies that support CBS 2. By identifying critical people, processes, technological systems, and external relationships, the chapter helps operational teams, risk managers, and resilience officers anticipate potential vulnerabilities and design effective contingency measures. The reader is expected to learn how each sub-process is interconnected, which resources are vital, and how these dependencies can impact the continuity and stability of clearing and settlement operations.
Table P2: Map Dependency for CBS-2
|
Sub-CBS Code |
Sub-CBS |
Dependency Type |
Dependency Detail |
Connectivity |
|
2.1 |
Trade Capture & Validation |
People |
Front office traders, operations staff |
Inputs trade data into the CBS; validates trades before processing |
|
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|
Process |
Trade capture workflow, validation checks |
Ensures data accuracy before clearing and settlement |
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Technology |
Trading platforms (e.g., Bloomberg, internal systems), validation tools |
Integrates with downstream clearing systems and reporting modules |
|
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Third Party |
Market exchanges, counterparties |
Receives trade confirmations; sends validation results |
|
2.2 |
Clearing Instructions & Netting |
People |
Clearing officers |
Review and authorize netting instructions |
|
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|
Process |
Netting workflow, instruction reconciliation |
Connects trade data from 2.1 to settlement modules |
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Technology |
Clearing and netting software, risk engines |
Communicates net positions to margin management and settlement systems |
|
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Third Party |
Central counterparties (CCPs), clearing houses |
Receives netting instructions; provides clearing confirmations |
|
2.3 |
Margin & Collateral Management |
People |
Risk management, collateral officers |
Approve margin calls, manage collateral allocation |
|
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|
Process |
Margin calculation, collateral optimization |
Links netting outputs from 2.2 with funds/securities allocation |
|
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|
Technology |
Collateral management systems, risk engines |
Interfaces with settlement and reporting modules |
|
|
|
Third Party |
Custodians, counterparties |
Receive and deliver collateral; confirm margin positions |
|
2.4 |
Settlement Execution |
People |
Settlement officers |
Initiate funds and securities transfers |
|
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|
Process |
Settlement workflow, payment instructions |
Connects margin and netting results to actual settlement |
|
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|
Technology |
Settlement platforms, SWIFT messaging |
Facilitates automated settlement execution |
|
|
|
Third Party |
Custodians, banks, depositories |
Executes transfers of cash and securities |
|
2.5 |
Funds & Securities Reconciliation |
People |
Operations and reconciliation staff |
Review discrepancies and confirm settlement status |
|
|
|
Process |
Daily reconciliation procedures |
Links settlement results from 2.4 with internal ledgers |
|
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|
Technology |
Reconciliation software, ERP systems |
Provides automated matching and exception reporting |
|
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Third Party |
Custodians, banks |
Confirm balances and resolve discrepancies |
|
2.6 |
Corporate Actions Processing |
People |
Corporate actions officers |
Monitor corporate announcements; update records |
|
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|
Process |
Event processing workflow |
Ensures entitlements are processed post-settlement |
|
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|
Technology |
Corporate action management systems |
Interfaces with client accounts and settlement records |
|
|
|
Third Party |
Issuers, registrars |
Provides corporate action details and confirmations |
|
2.7 |
Exception & Fail Management |
People |
Operations and risk teams |
Resolve settlement fails, investigate exceptions |
|
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|
Process |
Exception handling protocols |
Links failed trades to original trade capture and settlement modules |
|
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|
Technology |
Exception tracking systems |
Monitors alerts and manages resolution workflow |
|
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|
Third Party |
CCPs, custodians, counterparties |
Coordinate resolution of failed settlements |
|
2.8 |
Regulatory & Financial Reporting |
People |
Compliance officers, finance teams |
Prepare regulatory filings and financial reports |
|
|
|
Process |
Reporting workflow, audit trails |
Aggregates data from all CBS 2 sub-processes |
|
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|
Technology |
Reporting and analytics tools |
Interfaces with trade capture, settlement, and reconciliation systems |
|
|
|
Third Party |
Regulators, auditors |
Submit reports and disclosures as required |
|
2.9 |
Client & Counterparty Communication |
People |
Relationship managers, client service officers |
Communicate trade, settlement, and collateral updates |
|
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|
Process |
Communication protocols, notifications |
Receives data from trade capture, margin, and settlement outputs |
|
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Technology |
Client portals, messaging tools |
Facilitates real-time updates and alerts |
|
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Third Party |
Clients, counterparties |
Receives confirmations and settlement updates |
|
2.10 |
Technology, Controls & Monitoring |
People |
IT and control officers |
Monitor system performance and risk alerts |
|
|
|
Process |
IT controls, monitoring protocols |
Connects all CBS 2 sub-processes for operational oversight |
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|
Technology |
Core banking systems, monitoring tools |
Ensures stability and continuity of CBS 2 operations |
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|
Third Party |
IT service providers, vendors |
Provide system support, patching, and upgrades |
Mapping dependencies within CBS 2 Clearing & Settlement Services allows Kenanga Investment Bank to identify and understand critical interconnections between its people, processes, technology, and third-party partners. This comprehensive view enhances operational resilience by highlighting potential points of failure, streamlining exception management, and ensuring seamless regulatory compliance.
With these insights, the bank can prioritize risk mitigation strategies, improve response capabilities during disruptions, and maintain high standards of service reliability for clients and counterparties.

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