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Motor finance scheme partially suspended

The final dates depend on whether any of those involved in the case apply for further expert opinion or disclosure of information, and whether any such application is successful.

Mixed signals, research findings, and policy judgements − speech by Catherine L. Mann Given at the Natixis CIB Private Debt Forum

This remains my view, as notwithstanding a sporadic reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, infrastructure rebuilding, future-proofing, and restocking supplies imply that higher energy prices will likely persist.

Targeted EBA peer review finds high compliance on Pillar 3 disclosures but calls for greater consistency

The Review found that the competent authorities under review have fully or largely embedded Pillar 3 requirements into their supervisory frameworks and that their practices are efficient overall.

Lagarde mulls leaving ECB early to play a role in French elections

Lagarde did not specify the role she has in mind, but said she is not currently planning to run as a candidate, and would instead prefer to contribute to and shape the electoral debate.

Households and non-financial corporations in the euro area: first quarter of 2026

Household consumption expenditure increased at an unchanged rate of 3.6%.

German banks reject ECB's potential move to lift minimum reserves

German Banks Respond to ECB's Reserve Requirement Proposal

White & Case advises bank consortium on landmark €1 billion financing for BEW

The financing combines long-term promotional conditions provided by KfW with loan facilities made available by a bank consortium of nine.

EU deposit guarantee scheme funds to protect depositors against bank failures continue to grow and have reached a volume of €85bn, the EBA observes

This annual publication, covering each Member State, enhances transparency and accountability across the EU to the benefit of depositors, markets, policymakers, DGSs and Members States.

The Crime and Policing Act 2026: From Theory to Exposure

The contrast with the failure to prevent framework, where an affirmative defence remains available, runs through all three.

Back to basics in an uncertain environment

A return to basics does not mean a return to some idealised past, if there is such a thing in monetary policy.

Christine Lagarde's Sintra speech signals a new ECB playbook

Christine Lagarde used the opening of the European Central Bank's annual forum in Sintra on Monday to declare the end of one era in monetary policy.

Memorandum of Understanding between His Majesty's Government of the United Kingdom and the Government of Australia in support of a UK-Australia Investment Partnership

The Participants will work together to carry out this MoU, building on existing cooperation and shared activities such as the UK-Australia Joint Financial Regulatory Forum.

Agents of change − speech by Sarah Breeden

For some years, central banks, including the Bank of England, have worked to promote responsible AI adoption in the financial system.

FCA and the Bank of England set out approach to joint regulation of systemic stablecoin issuers

It explains how responsibilities will be split between the authorities, and how UK stablecoin issuers may move from FCA supervision to joint regulation once recognised as systemic by HM Treasury.

FCA sets landmark crypto rules to cement the UK’s place as a global hub

The FCA is also introducing new market integrity rules covering areas such as insider trading and market manipulation.

Companies register activities: statistical release April 2025 to March 2026

These developments will improve the accuracy and quality of the information that we publish.

Simpler guidance, more effective supervision

European banking supervision has a perspective that no individual bank can have.

FINMA concludes proceedings against Swiss Fund Management AG iL and BZ Berater Zentrum AG and enforces rules of conduct in the financial services sector.

To restore compliance and protect investors, FINMA ordered various measures. It revoked the authorization for Swiss Fund Management AG, currently in liquidation, to manage funds.

Non-UK business removed from Consumer Duty scope to reduce burdens on wholesale businesses

The FCA has today also published proposals to further simplify its insurance rules, while maintaining appropriate levels of consumer protection.

EU clears €1b aid for Romanian bank, extending mandate to defence

Romania’s plan includes a €100 million contribution financed through an RRF loan.

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