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First 'equivalence' decisions for central counterparty regulatory regimes

30/10/2014

The European Commission has adopted its first 'equivalence' decisions for the regulatory regimes of central counterparties (CCPs) in Australia, Hong Kong, Japan and Singapore.

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Financial crime and cyber security handbook – Foreword

16/07/2014

“Strengthening sanctioning regimes against market abuse is one of the key elements of the EU’s financial sector reform”. Foreword by Commissioners Viviane Reding and Michel Barnier

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Statement by Commissioner Barnier on Global Derivatives Regulation

27/06/2014

“Global derivatives markets need worldwide standards and national rules that work together seamlessly. (...) I intend to propose shortly that the European Commission adopt ‘equivalence’ decisions that will allow central counterparty clearing houses (CCPs) from five countries outside the EU – Japan, Singapore, Australia, Hong Kong and India – to clear EU derivatives trades”. Statement by Commissioner Barnier.

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Anti-Money Laundering: Commissioner Barnier welcomes progress in Council

18/06/2014

“The agreement in Council today represents an important step towards the adoption of stronger rules to combat money laundering and terrorist financing”. Statement by Commissioner Barnier.

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Framework for the markets in financial instruments published in the Official Journal

12/06/2014

Today, the Directive on markets in financial instruments (MiFID 2) repealing Directive 2004/39/EC and the Regulation on markets in financial instruments (MiFIR) were published in the EU Official Journal. Member States have two years to transpose the new rules which will be applicable starting January 2017. The new framework aims to make financial markets more efficient, resilient and transparent.

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Framework on Market Abuse published in the Official Journal

12/06/2014

Today, Regulation No 596/2014 on market abuse and Directive 2014/57/EU on criminal sanctions for market abuse, were published in the EU Official Journal. The new framework on market abuse updates and strengthens the existing framework to ensure market integrity and investor protection.

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European Parliament adopts the updated rules for Markets in Financial Instruments (MiFID II)

15/04/2014

"These new rules will improve the way capital markets function to the benefit of the real economy. They are a key step towards establishing a safer, more open and more responsible financial system". Statement by Commissioner Barnier

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Safer and more efficient securities settlement: Commission welcomes European Parliament vote

15/04/2014

"The new Regulation will ensure that settlement is carried out in a safer and more efficient manner in Europe"

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Informal ECOFIN Council: speech by Commissioner Barnier

01/04/2014

“The economy is restarting, we have constructed a regulatory architecture to draw lessons from the crisis and protect taxpayers [...] We must now accelerate recovery, and for that you need fuel, it is necessary that businesses and consumers find credit to finance their projects”. Introductory remarks by Commissioner Barnier at the press conference on the informal ECOFIN meeting in Athens.

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Commission roadmap to meet the long-term financing needs of the European economy

27/03/2014

The European Commission has today adopted a package of measures to channel funds to the real economy, in particular to long-term investment. The package includes a communication on the long-term financing of the economy, a legislative proposal for new rules for occupational pension funds and a communication on crowdfunding.

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European Parliament and Council back Commission proposal for strengthened European rules on UCITS

25/02/2014

“This agreement (...) will ensure that the abuses seen at the time of the Madoff scandal cannot be repeated. We must always remember that the UCITS framework is widely viewed as a gold standard for fund regulation globally, and it is important to maintain this”. Statement by Commissioner Barnier.

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Statement by the CFTC and the European Commission on progress relating to the implementation of the 2013 Path Forward Statement

12/02/2014

Mark Wetjen, acting Chairman of the United States Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) and European Commissioner Michel Barnier announced today that the CFTC and the European Commission have made significant progress towards harmonising a regulatory framework for CFTC-regulated swap execution facilities (SEFs) and EU-regulated multilateral trading facilities (MTFs), as contemplated under the Path Forward statement issued in July 2013. "This is an important further step in implementing a joined up, consistent global approach to ensure that financial markets work for the benefit of the real economy", said Commissioner Barnier.

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New rules on markets in financial instruments (MiFID II): Statement by Commissioner Barnier following the agreement in trilogue

14/01/2014

“I welcome the agreement reached today by the European Parliament and the Council on updated rules for markets in financial instruments (MiFID II). These new rules will improve the way capital markets function to the benefit of the real economy.”. Statement by Commissioner Barnier.

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Trilogue agreement on criminal sanctions for market abuse directive: an unwelcome Christmas present for white collar criminals

20/12/2013

The European Commission has welcomed today’s political agreement by the European Parliament and the Council on the Commission’s proposal for a Directive on criminal sanctions for market abuse. Statement by Vice President Reding and Commissioner Barnier.

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Michel Barnier
Central Securities Depositaries: Commissioner Barnier welcomes provisional agreement in trilogue

19/12/2013

“I welcome the provisional agreement reached this morning between the European Parliament and the EU Member States on new rules on securities settlement and central securities depositaries (CSDs) in the EU”. Statement by Commissioner Barnier.

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Financing of the real economy: essential for a return to growth in Europe

13/12/2013

“Funding of the economy is one of the key elements in returning Europe to higher levels of growth, and is necessary to respond to the problems that many SMEs face in getting their businesses off the ground”. Speech by Commissioner Barnier at the fourth annual Entretiens du Trésor in Paris.

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Crowdfunding in the EU: exploring the added value of potential EU action

03/10/2013

Crowdfunding has the potential to bridge the financing gap many start-ups face and to stimulate entrepreneurship. The European Commission has today launched a consultation inviting stakeholders to share their views about crowdfunding: its potential benefits, risks, and the design of an optimal policy framework to untap the potential of this new form of financing.

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Commission proposes new measures to restore confidence in benchmarks following LIBOR and EURIBOR scandals

18/09/2013

The Commission has today proposed draft legislation to help restore confidence in the integrity of benchmarks. A benchmark is an index (statistical measure), calculated from a representative set of underlying data, that is used as a reference price for a financial instrument or financial contract or to measure the performance of an investment fund.

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The European Parliament endorses the political agreement on new European rules for market abuse

10/09/2013

“I welcome the political agreement with Council on the Market Abuse Regulation that European Parliament has endorsed today, which will establish tougher rules to better prevent, detect and punish market abuse”. Statement by Commissioner Barnier.

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Time for a new Transatlantic Partnership

16/07/2013

"The TTIP (Transatlantic Free Trade Area) is a starting point. It is an opportunity to prove that we are able to trust each other. To make mutual concessions for economic growth and jobs. And to define global standards." Speech by Commissioner Barnier at the Transatlantic Partnership Network in Washington.

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Agreement on swaps (derivatives): Europe and the US share the same commitment and the same goals

15/07/2013

“We still face difficult discussions on banking, investment firms and in other areas. Our agreement on swaps proves that we can trust each other. We have passed that test case. Now we must demonstrate joint leadership and raise the bar in tomorrow’s world of financial regulation”. Speech by Commissionner Barnier at the Brookings Institute in Washington

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The European Commission and the US Commodity Futures Trading Commission reach a Common Path Forward on Derivatives

11/07/2013

Commissioner Barnier and United States CFTC (Commodity Futures Trading Commission) Chairman Gary Gensler today announced a Path Forward regarding their joint understandings on a package of measures for how to approach cross-border derivatives. “Our discussions have been long and sometimes difficult, but they have always been close, continuous and collaborative talks between partners and friends” said Commissioner Barnier.

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Statement by Commissioner Michel Barnier following today’s agreement on European rules on market abuse

26/06/2013

“I welcome today’s endorsement by Coreper of the political agreement between the Council and the European Parliament on tougher rules to better prevent, detect and punish market abuse”. Statement by Commissioner Barnier.

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New Funds to make long-term investment easier

26/06/2013

The European Commission has today proposed a new investment fund framework designed for investors who want to put money into companies and projects for the long term. These private European Long-Term Investment Funds (ELTIFs) would only invest in businesses that need money to be committed to them for long periods of time.

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Derivatives
"U.S. Can’t Go It Alone on Derivatives" – Article

25/06/2013

Over the past five years, the European Union and the U.S. have developed separate, new regulatory regimes for derivatives, aimed at protecting our financial systems, economies and taxpayers from a repeat of the 2008 crisis. The next challenge is to use those reforms as the foundation for a single, global framework. Article by Michel Barnier, Bloomberg.

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Crowdfunding: watch the video!

20/06/2013

What is crowdfunding? And what is its potential for growth in Europe? To fully understand the opportunities and risks of this fast-growing field, the European Commission organized a workshop on the 3rd of June in Brussels. Watch the video produced by the Commission including interviews with Commissioner Barnier and crowdfunding users, platforms and networks.

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Crowdfunding: which framework(s) should be set up at the European level in order to embrace its potential while minimising the risks?

03/06/2013

“It is too early to know whether crowdfunding is going to revolutionise finance, and even if it is going to continue to exist in its current form. Only one thing is for sure: if this encouraging phenomenon keeps its promises, Europe cannot afford to miss out”. Speech by Commissionner Barnier at the workshop on crowdfunding.

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Commissioner Barnier welcomes Parliament vote on venture capital and social entrepreneurship funds

12/03/2013

“These new EU initiatives will increase opportunities for innovative start-ups or social businesses to find capital”. Statement by Commissioner Barnier.

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Interbank interest rate benchmarks: Statement by Commissioner Barnier

08/02/2013

“Interbank interest rate benchmarks are systemic benchmarks which are important for the transmission of the euro area’s monetary policy. (...) Any failures may cause losses for investors, distort the real economy and undermine market confidence. (...) The Commission is aiming to present its proposal on benchmarks in the second quarter of 2013 and I expect that proposal to include the power to impose mandatory submissions for systemic benchmarks such as Euribor.” Statement by Commissioner Barnier.

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Derivatives: Statement by Commissioner Barnier on the technical standards to implement the new rules

07/02/2013

“I take note of the fact that the European Parliament has decided not to object to our proposed technical standards to implement our new rules on derivatives. (...) This means that the standards can now enter into force around mid-March”. Statement by Commissioner Barnier.

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European Parliament’s vote on new rules to regulate credit rating agencies (CRAs): Statement by Commissioner Barnier

16/01/2013

Commissioner Barnier has welcomed the agreement on new rules on credit rating agencies (CRAs) reached today by the European Parliament. “This agreement will considerably improve the quality of ratings. Credit rating agencies will have to be more transparent when rating sovereign states and will have to follow stricter rules which will make them more accountable for mistakes in case of negligence or intent”, said the Commissioner.

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Commission adopts implementing rules for the Directive on Alternative Investment Fund Managers (AIFMD)

19/12/2012

The Directive on Alternative Investment Fund Managers is one of the measures taken by the European Union in its commitment to fight financial crisis. It aims to create a general and efficient regulatory and monitoring framework for alternative investment fund managers in Europe.

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Commission adopts technical standards for the Regulation on OTC derivatives, central counterparties and trade repositories (EMIR)

19/12/2012

Internal Market and Services Commissioner Michel Barnier said: “The adoption of these technical standards is the final step in achieving the mandatory clearing and reporting of OTC derivatives and in meeting our G20 commitments. This will improve transparency in the trading of derivatives”.

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Tackling the culture of manipulation: What were the systemic failures? How widespread is the problem and what action is being taken?

24/09/2012

"Les indices de références s'utilisent au plan mondial, il est fondamental de coordonner nos travaux avec nos partenaires internationaux. La Commission travaille donc étroitement avec la BCE et d'autres banques centrales, le FSB et l'IOSCO afin d'envisager le plus rapidement possible des alternatives au système actuel qui répondent le mieux aux besoins de l'économie." Speech by Commissioner Michel Barnier.

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Investment funds
Commission launches consultation on a future framework for investment funds

26/07/2012

The consultation builds on and is complementary to the European Securities and Markets Authority's (ESMA) guidelines on ETF (exchange-traded funds) and other UCITS issues of 25 July. The consultation raises a series of issues and policy options aimed at maintaining investor confidence in money market funds.

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Libor scandal: Commission proposes EU-wide action to fight rate-fixing

25/07/2012

In the recent LIBOR scandal, serious concerns have been raised about false submissions of banks' estimated interbank lending rates. The European Commission has today acted to address this kind of market manipulation, by adopting amendments to the proposals for a Regulation and a Directive on insider dealing and market manipulation, including criminal sanctions, initially tabled on 20 October 2011.

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Short selling
Short selling: Commission adopts rules on the ban on uncovered sovereign credit default swaps and short sales of shares and sovereign debt

05/07/2012

The European Commission has today adopted a Delegated Act which sets out important technical rules needed to ensure the uniform application and enforcement of the Short Selling Regulation . In particular, the delegated act specifies the cases in which sovereign credit default swaps are considered covered, and therefore not banned in accordance with the Regulation.

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Consumer protection
Commission proposes legislation to improve consumer protection in financial services

03/07/2012

In the aftermath of the biggest financial crisis in recent memory, the financial sector must place consumers at its heart. Retail products must be safer, information standards must become clearer, and those selling products must always be subject to the highest standards. The European Commission has adopted today a legislative package solely dedicated to consumers, which includes a proposal for a regulation on key information documents for packaged retail investment products (PRIPS), a revision of the Insurance Mediation Directive (IMD), and a proposal to boost protection for those who buy investment funds (UCITS).

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Short selling
Short selling: Commission adopts technical standards

29/06/2012

The European Commission has today set out the detailed rules aimed at reducing the risk of settlement failures linked to naked short selling, as well as the means by which market participants should disclose significant short positions to the market.

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Capital
Council and Parliament agree on Commission proposals on European venture capital funds and European social entrepreneurship funds

28/06/2012

"This agreement sends an important signal that taking concrete measures to aid growth in Europe is at the heart of our work". Commissioner Barnier welcomes trilogue agreement by Council and Parliament on European venture capital funds and European social entrepreneurship funds.

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Protecting consumers of insurance products

19/06/2012

“The revision of the Directive on insurance mediation (IMD) is an important step in restoring consumer confidence in the financial sector” — Speech by Commissioner Barnier at the Conference of the European Federation of Insurance Intermediaries (BIPAR).

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Asset management, the key to intelligent financial regulation

04/05/2012

"Asset managers are in the vanguard to make Europeans' savings work for businesses. And to help savers better manage the risks they face in the course of their lives." Speech by Commissioner Barnier to the European Fund and Asset Management Association.

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European Parliament
Vote by the European Parliament of new European rules to regulate financial derivatives

29/03/2012

"I congratulate the European Parliament on its vote approving a regulation for more stability, transparency and efficiency in derivatives markets. Today's vote is a key step in our effort to establish a safer and sounder regulatory framework for European financial markets." Statement by Commissioner Barnier.

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Financial regulation
Making financial regulation serve society through civil society and consumer participation

27/03/2012

Commissioner Barnier sets out the concrete steps being taken in order to better involve civil society in the new financial regulation. This greater participation of all stakeholders will soon be given the opportunity to prove its effectiveness, since 2012 will be full of initiatives that will have a strong impact on consumers of financial services. Speech by Commissioner Barnier at the '' Finance and Society Conference 2012'' (Finance Watch) in Brussels.

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Central Securities Depositories
Commission acts to increase the safety and efficiency of securities settlement in Europe

07/03/2012

Commission acts to increase the safety and efficiency of securities settlement in Europe The European Commission has proposed to set up a European common regulatory framework for the institutions responsible for securities settlement, called Central Securities Depositories (CSDs). The proposal will bring more safety and efficiency to securities settlement in Europe. It also seeks to shorten the time it takes for securities settlement and to minimise settlement fails.

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International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO)
Appointment of David Wright as the Secretary-General of IOSCO

13/02/2012

Statement by Commissioner Michel Barnier welcoming the appointment of David Wright as Secretary-General of the International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO).

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Agreement on new European rules to regulate financial derivatives (EMIR)

09/02/2012

"I congratulate the European Parliament and the Council on reaching today an important agreement on a regulation for more stability, transparency and efficiency in derivatives markets (…) The era of opacity and shady deals is over". Statement by Commissioner Barnier.

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ECOFIN Council: agreement on derivatives

24/01/2012

Statement by Commissioner Barnier following the agreement at the ECOFIN Council on a revised mandate on derivatives (EMIR).

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Financial markets
More responsible businesses can foster more growth in Europe

25/10/2011

The European Commission has presented a package of measures to support entrepreneurship and responsible business. First, the Social Business Initiative will help companies that address social objectives as their corporate aim to fulfil their unexploited potential. This initiative is complemented by a new strategy for corporate social responsibility. The Commission has also proposed to revise the 'Accounting' directives and the 'Transparency' directive. This will improve transparency and promote sustainable business among multinationals - in particular those in the forest and mining industries - and will simplify accounting rules for SMEs, allowing them to save up to €1.7 billion per year.

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Financial markets
MiFID revision and market abuse: Commission tables new rules for more sound and trasparent financial markets

20/10/2011

The European Commission has tabled proposals to revise the Markets in Financial Instruments Directive (MiFID). These proposals consist of a Directive and a Regulation and aim to make financial markets more efficient and transparent, in particular by improving the oversight of less regulated markets and by addressing the issue of excessive price volatility in commodity derivatives markets. The Commission has also proposed a Regulation on market abuse and a Directive to ensure effective sanctions at European level for insider dealing and market manipulation.

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Agreement on new rules for short selling and credit default swaps
Commissioner Michel Barnier welcomes trilogue agreement by Council and Parliament on new rules for short selling and Credit Default Swaps

18/10/2011

Last night's agreement by the European Parliament and the Council represents a significant step towards greater transparency, stability and responsibility in short selling transactions and sovereign Credit Default Swap (CDS) markets. It will now need to be formally endorsed by the European Parliament, Council and Commission.

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Council
Michel Barnier welcomes Council agreement on derivatives trading

04/10/2011

"I congratulate the EU finance ministers in finding a unanimous agreement yesterday on this major text that is to bring transparancy and regulation to the OTC derivatives market. We will now move to the final stage of adoption with the European Parliament. I hope to see this important milestone to be in force by the end of the year."

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ESMA
"Preserve ESMA's power on short selling and market abuse" - Interview

19/08/2011

According to Commissioner Barnier, national short-selling bans, coordinated by the newly created European Securities and Market Authority recently, demonstrated the need for an EU-wide regulation. Interview by Jim Brunsden, Bloomberg Brief.

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Social Business Initiative
Social Business Initiative: Promoting social investment funds

13/07/2011

Today, the Commission services launch a consultation on possible European measures to support social businesses through private investment funds.

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Gestion d'actifs: Plus de responsabilités pour plus d'opportunités pdf - 45 KB [45 KB] français (fr)

13/04/2011

Table ronde du European Fund and Asset Management Association (EFAMA).

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Commodities
Commodity markets: The G20 must act

17/02/2011

"You know my general commitment to well regulated markets based on the principles of transparency and accountability. This commitment is even more pronounced in the case of those markets where abuse, opacity and price volatility may have serious social, political or human consequences". Speech by Commissioner Barnier at the EUROFI 2011 conference, Paris.

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The Commission calls for action on commodities and raw materials

02/02/2011

Excessive volatility of prices on all major commodity markets occurs at a time when the competitiveness of European industry crucially depends on efficient and secure access to raw materials. Raw materials are vital for the EU’s economy and particularly crucial for the development of modern environmentally friendly technologies such as electric cars and photovoltaics.

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Central Securities Depositories
Enhancing safety of European financial markets: common rules for Central Securities Depositories and securities settlement

13/01/2011

As part of its work in creating a more transparent and stable financial system, the European Commission Services have today launched a consultation on Central Securities Depositories (CSDs) and on the harmonisation of certain aspects of securities settlement in the European Union.

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Commission launches consultation on review of EU investment funds rules

14/12/2010

The European Commission has launched a consultation today on the review of the EU rules for setting up and operating investment funds. These funds are known as Undertakings for Collective Investment in Transferable Securities (UCITS) and accounted for over €5 trillion in 2009

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Financial services
Financial reform: the European Commission sets out ways to strenghten sanctions for violation of EU rules and consults stakeholders on the review of MiFID

08/12/2010

The European Commission adopted today a Communication setting out possible ways to reinforce sanctioning regimes in the EU’s financial services sector. It also launched a consultation on the review of the Markets in Financial Instruments Directive (MiFID).

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EP vote
Commissioner Barnier welcomes EU agreement on tighter rules for the alternative investment fund sector

11/11/2010

Michel Barnier welcomed the plenary vote of the European Parliament on the Alternative Investment Fund Managers Directive. With the approval of both the governments of the EU Member States and the Members of the European Parliament, Europe is now set to introduce a new comprehensive and secure framework for the supervision and prudential oversight of hedge funds, private equity funds, real estate funds and a wide range of other types of institutional fund.

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Remarks at "Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association" (SIFMA) Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association New York - October 28, 2010

08/11/2010

SPEECH/10/612 - Mr. President, Mr. Bentsen, Ladies and Gentlemen, A very good morning to all of you. I arrived from Europe late yesterday evening. I am very happy that my first meeting here in the United States takes place at SIFMA....

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EU and US
EU and US reaffirm their commitment to continue cooperation on financial reform

02/11/2010

On his second official visit to the US, Commissioner Barnier met with political representatives and key players in the financial sector. His engagement included meetings with Treasury Secretary Tim Geithner and with US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Chairman Gary Gensler. He also delivered speeches at the Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association (SIMFA) and at the Atlantic Council.

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Michel Barnier
Statement of Commissioner Barnier on the agreement reached on the AIFM Directive

26/10/2010

"Today, the European Parliament and the Member States have reached an agreement on the AIFM Directive which will introduce, for the first time, European regulation for the managers of alternative investment funds, including hedge funds and private equity".

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Michel Barnier
Statement by Commissioner Michel Barnier on the conclusion of negotiations on the AIFM Directive

19/10/2010

Statement by Commissioner Michel Barnier on the conclusion of negotiations on the AIFM Directive (hedge funds and private equity) at the ECOFIN Council in Luxembourg, 19 October 2010.

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Working together to strenghten the global financial system

28/09/2010

Joint statement by Commissioner Barnier and Gary Gensler, Chairman of the US Commodity Futures Trading Commission, on the financial reform agenda.

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Review of the Markets in Financial Instruments Directive (MiFID)

20/09/2010

"Technical complexity or technological developments cannot be used as an excuse to derogate from the fundamental principles of transparency, responsibility and appropriate regulation." Speech by Commissioner Barnier at the public hearing on the "Review of the Markets in Financial Instruments Directive (MiFID)".

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EU markets chief Barnier warns the City casino days are over - Interview

16/09/2010

"We need markets, and we need financial institutions that create value-added, but everyone has to be able to answer for what they are doing. People taking crazy risks linked to crazy rewards have to be brought back to their senses". Interview by Ambrose Evans-Pritchard, Telegraph.

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"Trying to ban speculation is like trying to prevent rain from falling" - Interview

16/09/2010

Michel Barnier explains how the European Commission wants to make financial markets more transparent and reduce the risks of another crisis. Interview by Anne Bauer and Alexandre Counis, elEconomista.

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Derivatives markets
Making financial markets safer and more transparent: new measures on derivatives, short selling and credit default swaps

15/09/2010

As part of its ongoing work in creating a sounder financial system, the European Commission has tabled a proposal for a regulation aimed at bringing more safety and more transparency to the over-the-counter derivatives markets. It has also adopted a proposal for a regulation on short-selling and credit default swaps (CDS).

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New proposals to boost consumer protection and confidence in financial services
New proposals to boost consumer protection and confidence in financial services

12/07/2010

Commissioner Barnier proposes new measures to improve protection for bank account holders, investors and insurance policy holders.

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"I know that Belgium will face its responsibilities" - Interview
"I know that Belgium will face its responsibilities" - Interview

01/07/2010

Despite the country's uncertain political climate, Commissioner Barnier is confident of the Belgian EU Presidency. Under the heading of of financial regulation, Belgium desires to find a compromise on regulating hedge funds. Interview by Vincent Georis and Krystèle Tachdjian, L'Echo.

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Commission acts to improve investor protection and efficiency in the EU investment fund market
Commission acts to improve investor protection and efficiency in the EU investment fund market

01/07/2010

The European Commission has today completed a programme of improvements to the EU framework for investment funds. According to M. Barnier, the new rules "will improve investor protection, cut red tape and further strengthen the global competitiveness of Europe's investment funds".

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Derivatives and short selling: public consultations are now open
Derivatives and short selling: public consultations are now open

14/06/2010

In order to advance swiftly in completing the necessary reforms to ensure a safe and stable financial system in Europe, the European Commission has launched two consultations in the area of financial services.

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EU considers restrictions to short-selling - Article
EU considers restrictions to short-selling - Article

05/06/2010

In his first official visit to Stockholm, M. Barnier said that the Commission is going to propose restrictions on short-selling. He met the Finance Minister Anders Borg, the Minister of the Financial Markets, Mats Odell and the Governor of the Swedish Central Bank, Stefan Ingves. Article by Ola Hellblom, Dagens Industri, 05 June 2010, page 8.

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Hedge funds and private equity proposals – raison d'être and state of play pdf - 18 KB [18 KB]

02/03/2010

Meeting with London-based hedge fund and private equity managers.

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