LIBOR and SOFR Transition for Tax-Exempt

July 27, 2021

As of July 26, 2021, derivatives will, absent other agreements, be priced assuming that the variable rate is the SOFR Index......more information

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A Bumpy Road Ahead - LIBOR/SOFR Transition

May 25, 2021

In this session, HedgeStar partnered with ALM First Financial to focus on why financial institutions are transitioning away from LIBOR as a benchmark, and how your institution can prepare for the transition......more information

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LIBOR Transition - Be Prepared!

March 18, 2021

HedgeStar partnered with our affiliate company, Blue Rose Capital Advisors, to focus on the inevitable transition from the London Interbank Offered Rate (“LIBOR”) to the Secured Overnight Financing Rate (“SOFR”)......more information

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The New Hedge Accounting Reality: ASU 2017-12

November 21, 2019  2:00 pm - 3:00 pm CST

CPE Credit(s): 1

In this session, we are focusing on highlighting key improvements to the hedge accounting standard introduced as part of Accounting Standards Update 2017-12 (“ASU 2017-12”). More Information

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Simplifying the complexity of hedge accounting with the Last of Layer Method

May 23, 2019  2:00 pm - 3:00 pm CST

Starting in 2019, the Financial Accounting Standards Board ‘s (FASB) is simplifying the hedge accounting process under ASC 815.... More Information

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Identifying Commodity Risk Exposure

April 18, 2019  2:00 pm - 3:00 pm CST

CPE Credit(s): 1

Commodity price risk can be elusive, especially when facing a complex and multi-layered supply chain. Whether the subject is dairy, plastics, or metals, there are many processes that introduce price risk within these commodity supply chains - from farm production and factory refinement, to transportation, storage and wholesale/retail distribution... More Information

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The World Is Moving Away From LIBOR -- Here is What You Should Know

March 28, 2019   2:00 pm - 3:00 pm CST

CPE Credit(s): 1

Get the latest information on the LIBOR transition, discover relevant action items, and discover your LIBOR exposure and the potential impacts.  More information

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Derivative Basics: Interest Rates

February 22, 2019   2:00 pm - 3:00 pm CST

CPE Credit(s): 1

In this session, we are focusing on interest rate derivatives. More information

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Introduction to Hedge Accounting

January 31, 2019   2:00 pm - 3:00 pm CST

CPE Credit(s): 1

This session will provide a high-level overview of the main areas of hedge accounting....More information

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Risk Management and Accounting Concerns for Depository Institutions

November 8-9, 2018  |  Fort Worth, TX

CPE Credit(s): 16

A live event sponsored by Kaplan, HedgeStar, and ALM First...More information

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Hedge Optimization: Balancing Strategy with Proper Accounting. (Workshop / 12.0 CPE Credits)

October 29-30, 2018  Chicago, IL

A course tailored for energy companies addressing hedging activities, derivative instruments, and fair value......more information

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Ferrous Scrap Futures Navigating a changing landscape (Webinar)

September 12, 2018   2:00 PM EDT (1:00 PM CST)

Volatility in the domestic ferrous scrap industry this year has amplified the need to understand and take advantage of hedging....more information

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Managing and Accounting for Commodity Price Risk

April 24, 2018

With macroeconomic and political uncertainty, the managing of price risk for commodities is especially relevant and timely.  Whether the subject...more information

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S&P Global Platts Aluminum Symposium Workshop

January 12, 2018

The workshop is geared towards professionals both new to the hedging process and those with significant experience looking to refine their approach.  Attendees...more information

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A 3-Step Guide To Hedging Interest Rate Risk

December 7, 2017 10-11:30 AM CST

The accounting standards update for hedge accounting, published in August 2017, are expected to allow more credit unions to apply hedge....more information

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LME Ferrous Forum

November 14, 2017

The LME ferrous team is hosting the event to share insight into how LME’s ferrous contracts are providing the steel market with an effective hedging and....more information

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MN AFP: Trends in the Interest Rate Environment and New Accounting Standards Update for ASC 815

November 13, 2017

The introduction of the new Accounting Standards Update makes it more likely for entities to qualify for preferential accounting treatment through hedge accounting.....more information 

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Tax Executives Institute, Inc.

October 24, 2017

The course covers diverse topics such as foreign tax credit, international compliance, earnings and profits, and transfer pricing.  Attendees will gain a basic understanding .....more information

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Hedge Accounting Workshop For Cargill Risk Management's Annual Latin American Seminar

April 27, 2017

HedgeStar, along with Valtin Capital, will lead a workshop on Thursday afternoon of April 27 that will focus on risk management strategies related to commodity and currency hedging and related hedge accounting topics......more information

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