Esma faces uphill battle to emerge as European SEC
In an interview with Investment Officer, Esma chair Verena Ross outlined her vision and the significant challenges ahead as the regulatory body aims to become Europe’s equivalent to the US SEC.
Europe’s largest asset manager emerges from BPCE, Generali deal
Paris-based BPCE and Milan-headquartered Generali are joining forces in a 1,900 billion euro asset management venture, set to dominate Europe’s market by revenue.
A ‘structural’ Trump could be even more challenging for Europe
As Europe braces for Trump’s return, Bill Campbell at Doubleline warns of a ‘Terrible Trifecta’ of political, economic, and external pressures disrupting global order in 2025
Aviva fine marks start of SFDR enforcement era in Europe
As Europe’s watchdogs tighten scrutiny on Article 8 funds, managers must now defend their classifications or risk being challenged across EU markets.
2025: The year that EU financial reforms face their real test
The European Union is preparing its next wave of financial sector reforms, and 2025 could mark a turning point.
Luxembourg pressed to tighten controls on terrorist financing
Luxembourg’s financial watchdogs are stepping up their scrutiny of terrorist financing amid concerns that the Grand Duchy’s status as an international financial hub makes it vulnerable to abuse by illicit actors.
CSSF aims to set benchmark for AI-based supervision in EU
Luxembourg’s financial supervisor, the CSSF, is charting new territory with its ambitious adoption of sovereign cloud infrastructure and artificial intelligence.
VanEck uses Dutch market to pilot direct ETF distribution app
VanEck, the US-based pioneer of exchange-traded funds (ETFs), has recently launched VanEck Direct, a new app that enables the company to sell investment products directly to retail investors—bypassing banks and brokers.
End of France’s free ride sparks Eurozone stability fears
The collapse of Prime Minister Michel Barnier’s government has pushed France to a critical juncture, marking what some economists are calling “the end of the free ride” for a country long criticised for its fiscal indiscipline. Bond markets meanwhile embrace Denmark as a best practice example for the eurozone.
Saxo sees demise of Opec, Nvidia rally, and 3D-printed hearts
In a world filled with chaos and uncertainty, Saxo Bank’s Outrageous Predictions once again offer a fascinating glimpse into the minds of scenario planners.