ESMA finds continued high risks as financial markets remain highly volatile
ESMA finds continued high risks as financial markets remain highly volatile
Wednesday 19 February 2020 10:39
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), the EU’s securities regulator, today publishes the first Trends, Risks and Vulnerabilities (TRV) report of 2020. ESMA identifies continued high risks and a weaker economic outlook as markets remain highly sensitive to geopolitical events. The risk outlook is stable, however risks are high, particularly in the securities markets and for retail investors.
This TRV is the first report since the entry into force of the new ESA Regulation on 1 January 2020 and, in line with ESMA’s new mandate, includes new sections about sustainable finance and consumer protection.
Risk outlook is stable, with an increase in potential...