MAP FinTech outlines best execution monitoring compliance importance
European RegTech leader MAP FinTech has underlined how RegTech companies can remain compliant with best execution obligations going forward.
Five reasons why MiFID II’s Article 16 is such a headache to deal with
The EU’s Markets in Financial Instruments Directive (MiFID II) was created to make the regulatory framework protecting investors clearer. However, it is still tricky to comply with.
ESMA agreed with European regulators to renew short selling prohibitions because of the COVID-19...
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has given its thumbs up for Austrian, Belgian, French, Spanish and Greek regulators’ decision to continue to limit short selling because of the coronavirus.
“There will not be alignment” Sajid Javid tells businesses as Brexit approaches
The UK's chancellor of the Exchequer has admitted that some firms will suffer as he ruled out alignment with EU legislation.
ESMA advises European Commission about key areas to consider when changing alternative investment rules
The EU's Alternative Investment Fund Managers Directive (AIFMD) is up for review and the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has now issued an open letter about the key areas that may need some attention.
ESMA unveils Q3 bond liquidity data from MiFID II requirements
The European Securities and Markets Authority has published new liquidity data on bonds subject to requirements in the Markets in Financial Instruments Directive. The data...
ESMA has offered clarification about MiFID II
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has clarified how investors should be protected under the Market in Financial Instruments Directive and Regulation (MiFID II/ MiFIR).
ESMA issues consultation on MIFID II suitability guidelines
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has issued a consultation on aspects of suitability requirements under the Markets in Financial Instruments Directive (MiFID II).
What do you need to do in case of a hard Brexit?
The top UK financial market authority has issued a reminder of what needs to be done incase the UK crashes out of the EU without a deal.
Brexit hasn’t gone away because of the coronavirus – the FCA says
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has warned businesses that they still need to get act together when it comes to Brexit, despite COVID-19.