Capital markets
Investment managers, acting on behalf of their retail and institutional clients, are among the largest investors in financial markets. They represent a key component of the market’s “buy-side” segment.
In representing the interests of its members on wholesale capital market issues, EFAMA advocates for fair, deep, liquid, and transparent capital markets, supported by properly regulated and supervised market infrastructure.
EFAMA response to EMMI's 2nd consultation on a new hybrid methodology for Euribor
EFAMA reply to FSB consultation on Incentives to Centrally Clear over-the-Counter (OTC) Derivatives
EFAMA Response to EC Consultation Report on FinTech
We appreciate the opportunity to respond to this important consultation and remain gladly at the disposal of the European Commission staff to elaborate on any of our responses.
EC Targeted consultation on the functioning of the EU securitisation framework
The EU Securitisation Regulation, which aimed to enhance transparency and strengthen trust, is undergoing a very timely review. EFAMA supports the European Commission’s initiative to engage stakeholders in shaping key improvements to this critical framework.
Robust governance needed for future consolidated tape providers
ESMA technical standards move one step closer to consolidated tape launch.
ESMA recently closed the consultation for regulatory technical standards that will define the competitive selection process for the consolidated tape, as well as the technical abilities that applicants will be assessed on. In its response for the buy-side, EFAMA stressed that a robust governance framework for the operators of the tapes is critical.
Where there is a will, there is a way
This article was first published in Paperjam on 2 April 2024.
The Efama trade group has several recommendations on how to build stronger capital markets in Europe, and help individual investors at the same time.
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