EFAMA appreciates the European Commission's efforts to bolster the Capital Markets Union and increase the appeal and competitiveness of public capital markets. However, the investment industry wishes to highlight some concerns concerning this Directive. Against this backdrop, it is important to note that the European Union has recently enhanced its corporate governance and shareholders’ engagement practices to fortify financial market stability, uphold capital market integrity and safeguard investors’ interests.
Asset Management in Europe
EFAMA's 17th edition of its ‘Asset Management in Europe’ report provides an in-depth analysis of recent trends in the European asset management industry.
Data on many different facets of the industry are covered, including:
- Total assets under management in Europe, covering investment funds and discretionary mandates
- The role of asset managers in Society and the Economy, including serving investors' needs and engaging with investee companies.
- Industry clients: at both European and country levels, including domestic and foreign clients.
- Asset allocation in Europe of investment funds and mandates, including ESG assets
- Industry organisation, such as market concentration, industry profitability and employment
