EIOPA

EIOPA Seeks Technical Advice on Taxonomy Regulation Article 8

The European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority (EIOPA) has issued a call for technical advice regarding Article 8 of the Taxonomy Regulation. This consultation seeks input to inform the development of technical standards related to environmental disclosures for financial market participants.

EIOPA Guidelines on Assessing Undertaking Resolvability

The European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority (EIOPA) has published final guidelines specifying criteria for assessing the resolvability of insurance undertakings and groups. These guidelines focus on the feasibility and credibility of resolution strategies as outlined in the Insurance Recovery and Resolution Directive (IRRD).

EIOPA Guidelines on Resolvability Impediments and Measures

The European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority (EIOPA) has published final guidelines detailing alternative measures for resolution authorities to address impediments to the resolvability of insurance and reinsurance undertakings. These guidelines specify further details on measures listed in the IRRD and the circumstances for their application.

Final Report on Regulatory Technical Standards for Resolution Plans

EIOPA has published its final report on draft Regulatory Technical Standards (RTS) concerning the content of resolution plans and group resolution plans. The standards aim to enhance operational preparedness for resolution by detailing required elements and resolution strategies.

EIOPA Final Report on Draft Recovery Plan Standards for Insurers

EIOPA has published its final report on draft Regulatory Technical Standards (RTS) for pre-emptive recovery plans for insurers. The standards specify minimum elements for recovery plans, aiming to ensure insurers can restore their financial position during significant deterioration. The publication date was February 16, 2026.

EIOPA Assesses EFRAG's Advice on Amended Sustainability Reporting Standards

EIOPA has published an opinion assessing the European Financial Reporting Advisory Group's (EFRAG) technical advice on amended European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS). The opinion focuses on impacts to the (re)insurance and occupational pensions sectors, assessing data availability, consistency with EU legislation like Solvency II, and interoperability with international standards.

EIOPA Guidelines on Identifying Critical Insurance Functions

EIOPA has published final guidelines on identifying critical insurance functions, which if disrupted, could severely impact policyholders and financial stability. These guidelines are required under the IRRD and will inform resolution authorities in drafting resolution plans for identified insurers.

EIOPA Publishes IRRD Guidelines and Draft Technical Standards

The European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority (EIOPA) has published six new guidelines and draft technical standards for the Insurance Recovery and Resolution Directive (IRRD). These instruments provide practical implementation details for recovery and resolution frameworks for insurance undertakings, aiming to minimize the impact of failures on policyholders and financial stability.

EIOPA Revised Guidelines on Supervisory Review Process

The European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority (EIOPA) has published revised Guidelines on the Supervisory Review Process, incorporating updated regulatory developments and new supervisory best practices. These revised guidelines will become applicable on January 30, 2027.

EIOPA Updates Solvency II Guidelines on Supervisory Review and Risk Exposures

The European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority (EIOPA) has updated its Solvency II Guidelines concerning the supervisory review process and market/counterparty risk exposures. The revisions aim to align with Solvency II review outcomes, incorporate emerging risks like cyber and sustainability, and streamline existing rules.