International central securities depository (ICSD) - Financial definition
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Concise definition of the term international central securities depository
An ICSD is a central securities depository (CSD) that settles domestic and international securities transactions and typically offers additional services such as securities lending and collateral management. ICSDs are usually run on direct or indirect (through correspondent banks) links to local CSDs.