EFFAS and SFAA Convene Leading Experts at the Capital Markets Forum in Zurich 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…
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…
EFRAG Survey on Levy Provisions EFRAG is seeking views from financial statement users regarding when provisions for levies should be recognised. The survey aims to inform EFRAG’s assessment of the IASB’s Exposure Draft Provisions—Targeted Improvements (Proposed amendments to IAS 37). Survey deadline: 28 February 2025 For more information [here] Survey deadline: 28…
EFRAG Survey on Proposed IAS 37 Amendments EFRAG has launched a survey to collect feedback from preparers and auditors of financial statements on specific aspects of the IASB’s Exposure Draft Provisions, Targeted Improvements (Proposed amendments to IAS 37). Survey deadline: 27 February 2025 For more information [here] Survey deadline: 27 February 2025 For more information…
ESMA Consultation on Amendments to Settlement Discipline On 13 February 2025, the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) launched a consultation to improve settlement efficiency across various areas. The consultation proposes amendments to the technical standards on settlement discipline, including: Reduced timeframes for allocations and confirmations The use of electronic, machine-readable allocations and confirmations based…
EFRAG Call for Feedback on IFRS 19: Reduced Disclosure Standard for Eligible Subsidiaries EFRAG is inviting financial statement preparers and users to submit feedback on the voluntary application of IFRS 19 – Subsidiaries without Public Accountability: Disclosures. This standard allows eligible subsidiaries to apply reduced disclosures under IFRS Accounting Standards. The deadline for submission is…
Summary of the seminar, co-hosted by EFRAG, ABAF-BVFA, and CBN-CNC On 6 February, over +250 stakeholders gathered at the hybrid event “Financial Reporting: What’s Ahead for 2025? Focus on investor and analysts-oriented projects”. The seminar, co-hosted by EFRAG, ABAF-BVFA, and CBN-CNC addressed key developments shaping the future of financial reporting. For more information [here]…