08 Jan 2026
Esma clarifies transitional rules under BMR review
Third-country benchmarks can continue to be used while the regulator reviews pending recognition and endorsement applications under the revised BMR framework.
06 Jan 2026
Esma moves forward on OTC derivatives transparency framework
Esma has finalised derivative transparency standards and opened applications for a consolidated tape provider to centralise European market data.
23 Dec 2025
Esma reviews impact of guidelines on ESG-related fund names
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has evaluated how its guidelines for ESG-related fund names affect the EU fund market.
16 Dec 2025
Esma completes mandates on derivatives transparency rules
European Commission to review the proposal within three months; rules expected to apply from March 2027.
04 Dec 2025
Esma targets conflicts of interest in retail investor protection push
The CSA will focus on remuneration, inducements, and digital channels influencing product selection.
27 Oct 2025
Efama, others urge Esma to include ETNs in EU consolidated tape
European fund industry groups have called on Esma to expand the scope of the EU’s planned consolidated tape for equities and ETFs to ensure it delivers a complete and accurate view of market activity.
08 Oct 2025
EU regulators warn of crypto investing risks despite new regulations
European financial watchdogs have urged investors to stay cautious, noting that not all crypto assets are covered by the EU’s new rules or offer the same level of protection.
29 Jul 2025
Esma Ucits reform heightens due diligence on ‘complex’ structured products
Asset managers will be required to undertake strict due diligence to verify and document the underlying securities used in Ucits funds, especially when using complex structured products and derivatives
30 Jun 2025
People: SG-Forge’s head of sales shifts to Keyrock
Also, SEC names director of markets & trading division; Nasdaq appoints head of sales Europe at Nadaq; Esma appoints chairwoman, and more.
23 Jun 2025
Esma: large issuers reduce costs for autocalls, BRCs
The European watchdog’s study also showed that despite the cost reduction for some payoff types, others were getting more expensive across manufacturers.
10 Jun 2025
Eusipa: EU call for evidence on investor protection comes late, lacks clarity
The European structured products market is struggling to understand where the RIS framework falls as it is not offering an adequate solution to the challenges the EU economy and financial markets are facing.
27 May 2025
Esma rethinks retail investor protection
The European regulator has launched a consultation into the retail investor experience aimed at determining how its rules are helping or hurting investors.