Tag: EU
Simplifications for Prospectus Regulation proposed
The European Securities and Markets Authority has published consultation papers on Prospectus Regulation, which aim to make it easier and cheaper for companies to access capital.
Legal and Regulatory Roundup – Europe & Asia
Laws and regulation from around the globe, from corporate governance in the Philippines and Malaysia, to Brexit principles and anti-money laundering obligations in Europe.
Deadline looms for implementation of new EU financial directives
EU member states have until 3 July to implement two new directives on financial instruments before they come into effect in January 2018, which will impact on firms and board members.
ESMA sets out principles for Brexit among EU member states
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has released guidance on achieving a common approach to supervision among EU member states following Brexit.
Legal & Regulatory Roundup – Europe
Legal and regulatory roundup from around the UK and Europe: EU tax, tightened money laundering legislation, gender pay gap regulation in the UK, review of governance codes in Germany and the UK, and Belgian FSMA guidelines.
Shareholder Rights Directive changes agreed by EU
Shareholder Rights Directive to be amended, in order to strengthen shareholder engagement and increase transparency.
Prospectus Directive regulation adopted
The European Parliament has adopted proposals for a replacement to the Prospectus Directive, though implementation remains “some way off”.
Shareholder rights regulation caught in ‘uncertainty’
The UK’s vote to leave the EU throws uncertainty on proposed shareholder rights regulation, and will force the UK into a new position when it comes to negotiating governance.