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FTSE Canada Bank Credit Index Futures (BCS): An innovative Index and Futures contract design

March 9, 2026   |   
Author: Kevin Dribnenki

Managing Canadian corporate credit risk with OTC derivatives is capital-intensive and complex. What if there were a better way?

Get early insight into the FTSE Canada Bank Credit Index Futures (BCS) analysis ahead of its launch on April 8, 2026. Discover how this exchange-traded instrument, with a CS01 of $50, could enhance your strategy. Two case studies show how portfolio managers plan to use BCS for hedging and speculation.

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