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Three explanatory notes regarding key topics across the EU Sustainable Finance ...
ID 25891
ESMA has published three explanatory notes regarding key topics in the Sustainable Finance framework across the EU, covering the definition of sustainable investments, the application of the „DNSH“ requirements, and the use of estimates. The explanatory notes aim to provide factual information on these concepts, aiding stakeholders in navigating the Sustainable Finance legislative framework. The key concepts discussed include the use of estimates in ...
£320 million plan to usher innovation and deliver Mansion House Reforms
ID 25886
The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Jeremy Hunt, and the HM Treasury have published a joint press statement in which they announces some key measures to drive investment in growth in the UK. While most measures are negligeable from the viewpoint of financial market participants, we would like to draw attention to the following measure that has been adopted and that was previously consulted on ...
Corrigendum to Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2023/945 as regards certain ...
ID 25882
A corrigendum to Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2023/945 relating to transparency requirements of trading venues and investment firms in respect of bonds, structured finance products, emission allowances, and derivatives was published in the Official Journal (OJ) of the EU. The corrigendum modifies Annex IV of Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2023/945 – which itself modifies Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2017/583 (RTS 2) – by replacing ...
MPFA actively encourages the use of ETFs in MPF
ID 25880
The Mandatory Provident Fund Schemes Authority (MPFA) has published a statement in which it informs of a recent speech held by Mr. Eric Cheng, Director of Policy at the Mandatory Provident Fund Schemes Authority (MPFA) as part of an event initiated by the Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) on „The Future of ETFs in MPF’s Portfolios“. In this speech, Mr. Cheng emphasized ...
Information Notice 11/20/23
ID 25874
The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) has published an information notice to remind member firms that – due to the early closing of the US option exchanges on Friday, November 24, 2023, the day following Thanksgiving – **holders of options expiring that day must make their final decision as to whether or not they intend to exercise their options by 2:30 p.m. Eastern Time ...
Planned System Enhancement for the Faster Payment System on 26 November 2023
ID 25871
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority, HKMA, has published a press release to inform that the Faster Payment System (FPS) will undergo a planned system enhancement, leading to an unavailability of services from 1:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on November 26, 2023 (Sunday). This enhancement is conducted by the Hong Kong Interbank Clearing Limited, the FPS operator. To ensure seamless communication, the HKMA has urged ...
New consolidated version: Commission Implementing Decision (EU) 2016/2272 on the ...
ID 25867
New consolidated version: Commission Implementing Decision (EU) 2016/2272 of 15 December 2016 on the equivalence of financial markets in Australia in accordance with Regulation (EU) No 648/2012 of the European Parliament and of the Council (Text with EEA relevance). A new consolidated version of Commission Implementing Decision (EU) 2016/2272 as regards the equivalence of Australian financial markets (trading venues) was published in the Official ...
2024 Singapore Government Securities (SGS) Issuance Calendar
ID 25866
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has published its new tentative bond issuance schedule for 2024 as illustrated below: #### Planned Bond Issuances #### Planned SGS Bonds – Mini-auctions In an accompanying statement MAS notes that its projections for 2024 indicate a similar growth for outstanding SGS bonds as in the previous issuance year (4%) with ...
Nederlandse cryptowet gaat consumenten beter beschermen
ID 25864
The Dutch government published news reporting that it has approved new regulations to better protect consumers in the cryptocurrency market. Cryptocurrency companies will be required to adhere to certain guidelines, including avoiding misleading advertisements, providing warnings about the risks associated with crypto transactions, and obtaining licenses to operate in the European market. Additionally, there are enhanced rules for combating money laundering and terrorism fina ...
The EBA publishes final templates to collect climate-related data from EU banks
ID 25855
Following a public consultation (eventid=22358), EBA has now published final templates for gathering climate-related data from 110 EU banks, marking a significant step in the one-off Fit-for-55 climate risk scenario analysis. This initiative, spanning 1 December 2023, to 12 March 2024, aims to comprehensively assess climate-related risks in the banking sector. The templates, complemented by guidance outlining definitions and rules, cover **credit risk, market ...