EFFAS Warns of Critical Risks to ESAP and the Capital Markets Union 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…
EFFAS Call for Nominations for New Members for the Commission on Capital Markets (CMC) and the Commission on ESG (CESG) 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…
EFFAS 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 26 March…
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. 21 February 2025 The Co-Chairs of the CMC warmly…
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 to ESMA’s consultation…
Sándor Misik, New President of the Hungarian HCMPS Association 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. Introducing Sandor Misik, New President of HCMPS We…
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 gateway to specialized…
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 has been appointed President of…
First EFFAS Exam Center Established in Macau Introducing ESG Certification The European Federation of Financial Analysts Societies (EFFAS) Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Certification Exchange and Exam Partnership Award Ceremony was held this morning at 10:30 a.m. at the headquarters of the Productivity and Technology Transfer Center in Macau. Pioneering Research in Sustainable Finance Li…
Gasperini Awards 2025 Press Release The European Federation of Financial Analysts Societies (EFFAS) is pleased to announce the opening of submissions for the Gasperini ESG Awards 2025, a prestigious annual award that recognizes the most groundbreaking and impactful research on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) issues within finance and investment. With a total prize pool…