EBF WEEKLY + FINANCIAL REGULATION AGENDA
For the week starting Monday 23 June 2025 An overview of the main financial regulation and banking stories this week and a look ahead to key events for the upcoming week, brought to you by the European Banking Federation.
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FROM THE MEDIA
Financial Times: EU weighs UK-style trade deal with US
The European Commission is pushing for a limited trade agreement with the US, similar to the recent UK deal, to avoid full-scale retaliation over tariffs. Some EU countries, including France, favour a tougher stance, while others urge continued dialogue, reports the Financial Times. Read more
The Banker: Bank of London parent posts third year of losses as total deficits top £100mn
Oplyse Holdings, parent of the Bank of London, posted nearly £50mn in losses for 2023, bringing cumulative deficits to £110mn. Governance turmoil and auditor warnings of “material uncertainty” cast doubt over its viability, writes The Banker. Read more
Risk.net: BNP Paribas eyes selective algo white label tie-ups
BNP Paribas plans to expand its white-labelling programme to allow regional banks access to its FX execution algorithms, following a recent partnership with Lloyds, reports Risk.net. Read more
Reuters: Norway central bank cuts rates in surprise move, eyes further reduction
Norges Bank unexpectedly cut its policy rate to 4.25% and signalled another reduction this year as inflation falls faster than expected, writes Reuters. Read more |
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FINANCIAL REGULATION AGENDA for next week
Monday 23 June
Walter Eucken Institute – “Current regulatory policy challenges for central banks” (German)- Lecture by Dr. Joachim Nagel Council ‘Horizontal Working Party on Cyber Issues’ Meeting
Tuesday 24 June
Flossbach von Storch Foundation – “Good debt – bad debt? Connections from an economic and educational perspective” (German) Panel Council ‘Working Party on Telecommunications and Information Society’ Meeting ECSO ‘EU Funding Opportunities in Cybersecurity and Network’ Brokerage Event ECB: Monthly indicators on government debt securities (May-2025) – data release Wednesday 25 June Council ‘Working Party on Information Exchange and Data Protection (DAPIX)’ Meeting Swiss National Bank: Quarterly Bulletin 2/2025 (Report and SNB data portal) – data release Governing Council of the ECB: non-monetary policy meeting Coreper II ‘Informal Permanent Representatives Committee’ – meeting Amazon Academy ‘Strengthening Consumer Trust in the Single Market’ event Bank of England: ‘Transforming monetary policy – How should we think about uncertainty and risks?’ Conference Bruegel ‘AI and the energy sector: navigating a two-way transformation’ Seminar European Parliament ‘Committee on Security and Defence’ Ordinary meeting WTO ‘Committee on Technical Barriers to Trade’ Meeting ECB ‘General Council meeting’
Thursday 26 June
Bank of England: Capital Issuance May – data release Eurostat: Economy and finance EU/EA aggregates for capital stocks (2022) – data release European Banking Authority ‘Public hearing on Implementing Technical Standards on amended disclosure requirements for ESG risks, equity exposures and aggregate exposure to shadow banking entities’ CEPS ‘EuroStack: a concrete pathway to European digital sovereignty and strategic autonomy’ Event
Friday 27 June
Eurostat: Economy and finance Main GDP and employment aggregates (expressed in PPS) (2024) – data release |
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FROM THE EBF EBF Vacancies! Work with us! Visit our Vacancies page to learn more about the opening. Read more “How to Improve Accessibility of Banking Services” event on 1 July, in Brussels & online On 28 June 2025, the European Accessibility Act will come into full effect, setting binding accessibility requirements for digital financial services. With more than 101 million Europeans living with a disability, this is a critical milestone for inclusion across the financial sector. Read more and sign up |
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FROM EBF MEMBERS Luxembourg Bankers' Association: Nexus 2025 – AI in Action: Practical insights from the financial sector ABBL recaps key takeaways from Nexus 2025, where industry experts shared use cases and reflections on the impact of artificial intelligence in banking. Read more
UK Finance: Banks working to support access to finance for disabled entrepreneurs
UK Finance highlights ongoing efforts across the banking sector to improve accessibility and tailored financial services for entrepreneurs with disabilities. Read more
Association of German Banks: MACH2 Future Event – The future within reach
The Association of German Banks co-hosts MACH2, an immersive education event for students exploring the future of finance, technology, and sustainability. Read more (DE)
Febelfin: How much is your name worth in Gamecoins?
Febelfin warns against identity theft in online gaming, raising awareness of how scammers use fake prizes to extract personal information. Read more (FR) |
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FROM THE INSTITUTIONS European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority: EIOPA tells insurers and pension funds to remain vigilant about their exposure to geopolitical and macroeconomic risks EIOPA’s June Financial Stability Report finds insurance and pensions sectors stable but warns of growing risks from market volatility, cyber threats, and trade disruptions. Read more
European Securities and Markets Authority: ESMA publishes the final report on the active account requirement under EMIR 3
ESMA outlines final regulatory standards for the active account requirement, a key tool under EMIR 3 to reduce EU reliance on third-country CCPs. Read more European Central Bank: Strengthening economies in a stormy and fragmenting world ECB President Christine Lagarde delivered remarks in Kyiv stressing the need for deeper integration and resilience in a world of geopolitical and economic fragmentation. Read more |
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