CESGA 4.1: Aligning ESG Certification with EU Sustainability Standards Continued Relevance of CESGA in Evolving Regulations CESGA 4.1 with more than 7500 CESGA holders stands at the forefront of ESG certification, fully aligned with the European Union’s rapidly evolving sustainability regulatory framework. As the EU implements the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and European Sustainability…
Zurich, 3 April 2025 Yesterday the European Federation of Financial Analysts Societies (EFFAS) and the Swiss Financial Analysts Association (SFAA) hosted this year’s Capital Markets Forum at Zunfthaus zur Schmiden. The forum brought together top economists, researchers, and investment professionals to tackle pressing challenges shaping the future of European capital markets. The discussions provide critical…
Frankfurt, 27 March 2025 The European Federation of Financial Analysts Societies (EFFAS) has issued an urgent letter to Mrs. Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, and Mrs. Verena Ross, Chair of the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), highlighting significant concerns regarding the European Single Access Point (ESAP). EFFAS warns that if…
EFFAS Opens Call for Nominations for New Members: Commission on ESG (CESG) or the Commision on Capital Markets We are pleased to announce that nominations are now open for the CESG (Commission on ESG) and the CMC (Commission on Capital Markets). We strongly encourage all National Member Societies to put forward qualified candidates to contribute…
26 February 2025 Call for Nominations: Join the ESG or Capital Markets Commission We are pleased to announce that nominations are now open for the CESG (Commission on ESG) and the CMC (Commission on Capital Markets). We strongly encourage all National Member Societies to put forward qualified candidates to contribute to these EFFAS commissions by…
21 February 2025 EFFAS Welcomes Henning Eßkuchen to the Capital Markets Commission EFFAS is pleased to announce the appointment of Henning Eßkuchen as a new member of the Capital Markets Commission (CMC). His extensive experience in financial research, investment banking, and market strategy will further strengthen the Commission’s work. As the Head of CEE Equity…
06 February 2025 EFFAS CFR and CMC Commission Submissions: January 2025 Updates. With 2025 just beginning, two of our commissions have already been hard at work during January, submitting two comment letters, one press statement and one consultation. On January 24, the EFFAS Capital Markets Commission (CMC), with input from Fritz Mostböck, submitted its response…
28 January 2025 Introducing Sandor Misik, New President of HCMPS On behalf of the EFFAS Executive Management Committee (EMC), it is our great honour and privilege to extend our heartfelt congratulations on the appointment of Mr. Misik as the new President of the Hungarian Capital Market Professionals Society. We are confident that under your leadership,…
13 January 2024 Introducing EFFAS’ Four New Certifications: Elevate Your Financial Expertise EFFAS is proud to announce the launch of four cutting-edge certifications, designed to empower finance professionals with the skills and recognition they need to thrive in today’s dynamic markets. These programs, each tailored to specific career paths within the financial industry, are your…
Bucharest – 3 December 2024 The Association of Financial Analysts – Bankers in Romania (AAFBR) has a new Board of Directors The Association of Financial Analysts and Bankers in Romania (AAFBR) has elected a new Board of Directors for a two-year term, until the end of 2026.By a vote of the association’s members, Flavius Jakubowicz…