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BaFin Reduces Systemic Risk Buffer for Residential Real Estate Financing

The German Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) has reduced the systemic risk buffer for residential real estate financing from 2 percent to 1 percent, effective May 1, 2025. This amendment to the general administrative act from March 30, 2022, impacts institutions with exposures secured by residential property in Germany.

BaFin General Administrative Act on Futures Product Intervention

The German Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) has issued a General Administrative Act imposing product intervention measures on futures. This action addresses investor protection concerns related to specific features of futures products, such as unlimited loss risk and speculative trading.

BaFin Product Intervention on Futures for Retail Clients

The German Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) has issued a general administrative act restricting the marketing, distribution, and sale of futures to retail clients in Germany. This rule, effective January 1, 2023, aims to protect retail investors from potential losses beyond their initial deposit.

BaFin Orders Capital Buffer for Systemic Risks

The German Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) has ordered a two percent capital buffer for systemic risks related to residential real estate financing. This measure aims to strengthen the stability of the financial system and applies to various financial institutions.

Securities Regulators Amend Benchmark Assurance Report Requirements

Canadian securities regulators have adopted final amendments to Multilateral Instrument 25-102, strengthening assurance report requirements for designated benchmarks. These changes clarify the scope, timing, and level of assurance for reports submitted by independent public accountants, effective May 5, 2026.

Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission - PSE Rate Increase Dockets Consolidated

The Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission has consolidated dockets UE-260005 and UG-260006 concerning Puget Sound Energy's (PSE) proposed electric and natural gas rate increases. The Commission has suspended the proposed tariff revisions pending investigation into whether the increases are fair, just, reasonable, and sufficient.

EPA Proposes Connecticut SIP Revision for Ozone NAAQS

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has proposed a revision to Connecticut's State Implementation Plan (SIP) concerning ozone National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). This proposal includes the approval of a consent order for Algonquin Gas Transmission, LLC and a negative declaration for rubber tire manufacturing sources.

EPA Adds Gelman Sciences Inc. to National Priorities List

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has added Gelman Sciences Inc. to the National Priorities List (NPL) under the Superfund program. This rule designates the site for remedial action to address environmental contamination. The rule becomes effective on April 13, 2026.

Immigration Appeals Board Procedures: Comment Period Extended

The Executive Office for Immigration Review has extended the public comment period for proposed changes to the Board of Immigration Appeals' appellate procedures. The new deadline for submitting comments is April 8, 2026. This extension provides additional time for stakeholders to review and respond to the proposed rule.

European Commission Merger Decision M.12248 SBG ABB ROBOTICS

The European Commission has approved the proposed concentration of SoftBank Group Corp. acquiring sole control of ABB Robotics Holdco 1 Ltd. The decision was made under Article 6(1)(b) of the Merger Regulation and Article 57 of the EEA Agreement.