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Country risk refers to the economic, social, and political conditions and events in a foreign country that may adversely affect a financial institution's operations. Banks must institute adequate systems and controls to manage the inherent risks in their international activities.
Country Risk Management (Comptroller's Handbook, February 2016) Provides an overview of country risk, appropriate procedures, and examiner guidance
Accounting for Loan Swaps (BC 200, May 1985) Provides guidance in accounting for loan swaps, principally of foreign borrowers
Country Risk (OCC 2002-10, March 2002), Interagency Guidance (February 2002) Addresses sound risk management practices for country risk and describes the elements of an effective risk management process
Shared National Credit (SNC) Report
Quarterly Report on Bank Trading and Derivatives Activities
Mortgage Metrics Report
