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What Is the Impact of Mandatory Clearing Rules on the OTC Derivatives Market?

Mandatory clearing rules, introduced after the 2008 financial crisis, require standardized OTC derivatives to be cleared through a CCP. This has reduced systemic risk by centralizing counterparty exposure, standardizing margin, and increasing transparency.

It has also led to a shift of activity from the bilateral OTC market to the cleared market.

Explain the Difference between Bilateral and Centrally Cleared Derivatives
Are All Over-the-Counter (OTC) Derivatives Subject to Mandatory Clearing and Novation?
What Is the Difference between a Cleared and an Over-the-Counter (OTC) Derivative?
What Are the Risks of Using Bilateral (Non-Cleared) Derivatives Compared to Centrally Cleared Ones?