Tag: European Securities and Markets Authority

Due to data quality issues, ESMA intends to publish calculations in February next year, covering data from 1 October to 31 December 2022.

The securities market regulator plans to improve investor protection and convergence, while providing guidance to fund managers.

Latest assessment report finds that Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has amplified existing risks and increased vulnerabilities across the financial sector.

The penalty comes just days after the UK branch was awarded a full EMIR reporting license by the Financial Conduct Authority.

Settlement failure rates in European equities have remained alarmingly high since March 2020 with market participants set to face a financial hit if the trend continues.

The action will allow ESMA and national competent authorities to assess the application by firms of the MiFID II requirements on costs and charges.

Incoming chair has been promoted to the position after serving as executive director at ESMA for the last decade.

Reporting for best execution may not be full and complete in first year of MiFID II’s implementation.

Report on blockchain by EU regulator states certain regulatory requirements could become less relevant as blockchain technology progresses.