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ESMA Consultation on MAR Guidelines for Delaying Inside Information Disclosure

The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has launched a consultation on new Market Abuse Regulation (MAR) guidelines concerning the delay in disclosing inside information. The consultation period runs until April 29, 2026, and is open to all interested stakeholders.

ESMA/EBA Consultation on Suitability Guidelines for Management Body Members

ESMA and EBA have launched a consultation on new draft guidelines for assessing the suitability of management body members and key function holders. The consultation period is open until May 25, 2026, and seeks feedback on proposed changes to investor protection standards.

ESMA Consultation on EMIR 3 Post-Trade Risk Reduction Standards

The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has launched a consultation on proposed regulatory standards for post-trade risk reduction services under EMIR 3. The consultation seeks feedback from financial and non-financial counterparties, service providers, and central counterparties.

ESMA Consultation on EMIR 3 Draft RTS on Participation Requirements

The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has opened a consultation on draft Regulatory Technical Standards (RTS) for participation requirements under EMIR 3. The consultation seeks feedback from interested stakeholders, including central counterparties (CCPs) and their participants, on the proposed rules.

ESMA Consultation on CCP Collateral and Investment Policy

The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has launched a consultation on proposed changes to rules regarding guarantees as CCP collateral and certain aspects of CCP investment policy. The consultation period is open until April 30, 2026, and seeks input from all interested stakeholders, particularly central counterparties (CCPs), clearing members, and their clients.

ESMA Guidelines on UCITS and AIFs Liquidity Management Tools

The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has issued new guidelines on liquidity management tools for UCITS and open-ended AIFs. These guidelines aim to enhance investor protection and market stability by providing a common framework for managing fund liquidity.

ESMA Actions to Simplify Retail Investor Journey

The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has published actions to simplify the retail investor journey and improve accessibility to investment opportunities. These actions stem from a Call for Evidence and focus on streamlining disclosures, reducing complexity in suitability assessments, and simplifying sustainability preference requirements under MiFID II.