Serial number: 03/2014
Author(s): A.Zulfugarov, L.Yusifzada, A.Mammadova
Language: Azerbaijani
Date: 2014
Abstract: Main purpose of the research is to estimate Value at Risk (VAR) model for Azerbaijan banking sector. Different methodologies of VAR (parametric, historical simulation and Monte-Carlo simulation) were reviewed. VAR for currency risk was estimated for two hypothetical banks. VAR results for currency risk indicated that currency risk was lower. Even with the currency risk being taken into account, the capital adequacy ratio remains above the minimum capital requirement of the Central Bank.
Key words: Basel, VAR, risk management, foreign currency, exchange rate risk
JEL classification: G32, O24, C36