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Read more: Global Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reached Record High in 2025 as Major Emitters DivergeGlobal Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reached Record High in 2025 as Major Emitters Diverge
Global greenhouse gas emissions reached a record 54 gigatonnes of CO2 equivalent in 2025 excluding land use, rising 0.7% from 2024. While six of the 16 major global emitters achieved reductions, total global emissions continued an upward trend. Shifting Emission Trends Across Major Global Economies The six largest global emitters,…
Read more: Brazil Securities Regulator Debates Asset Tokenisation and AI SupervisionBrazil Securities Regulator Debates Asset Tokenisation and AI Supervision
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Brazil (CVM) participated in discussions on asset tokenisation during the Token Summit Brasil event in Sao Paulo on 4 September 2026. Artificial Intelligence in Market Supervision Opening the event, CVM President Otto Lobo outlined ongoing measures within the regulator to improve market supervision through…
Read more: ESMA to host Data Day 2026 on supervisory reporting and market integrationESMA to host Data Day 2026 on supervisory reporting and market integration
The European Securities and Markets Authority will host its Data Day 2026 conference on 24 November in Paris under the theme 'Data in the Savings and Investment Union: from burden to opportunity'. Focus areas and key strategic initiatives Technology, the use of data, and the simplification of reporting requirements will…
Read more: CVM Issues Updated Guidance for Public Offering CoordinatorsCVM Issues Updated Guidance for Public Offering Coordinators
The Securities Registration Superintendence of Brazil's Securities and Exchange Commission (CVM) has published Circular Letter CVM/SRE 5/2026. The document consolidates and updates instructions for intermediary institutions seeking registration as coordinators of public distributions of securities under CVM Resolution 161. Consolidated Framework and Regulatory Objectives Published on 4 September 2026, Circular…
Read more: ESMA signs Memorandum of Understanding with the Securities and Exchange Board of IndiaESMA signs Memorandum of Understanding with the Securities and Exchange Board of India
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) to establish a framework for cooperation and information exchange concerning central counterparties established in India. Framework for central counterparty recognition Under the terms of the bilateral agreement,…
Read more: ASIC Outlines Corporate Priorities, Audit Surveillance and Record Enforcement ActionsASIC Outlines Corporate Priorities, Audit Surveillance and Record Enforcement Actions
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission has detailed its strategic priorities under a new Statement of Expectations, alongside ongoing investigations into major audit firms, consumer remediation reviews and record enforcement penalties. Government Mandate and Corporate Priorities The Australian Government has issued ASIC with a new Statement of Expectations requiring the…
Read more: Financial Reporting Council Updates Strategy for UK Corporate OversightFinancial Reporting Council Updates Strategy for UK Corporate Oversight
The Financial Reporting Council has published an updated framework detailing its approach to oversight, focusing on supporting business growth while maintaining confidence in UK financial and corporate sectors. Core Principles of the Regulatory Approach On 3 September 2026, the Financial Reporting Council published an update to its regulatory strategy, setting…
Read more: AASB Releases Standard AASB 2026-4 Addressing Reporting Relief and Cash Flow GuidanceAASB Releases Standard AASB 2026-4 Addressing Reporting Relief and Cash Flow Guidance
The Australian Accounting Standards Board has issued AASB 2026-4, delivering targeted relief for superannuation entities and public sector not-for-profit organisations applying AASB 18 and related amendments to AASB 107. The standard also clarifies requirements for operating cash flow reconciliations. Scope and Relief Provisions Standard AASB 2026-4, titled Amendments to Australian…
Read more: SEC Proposes Rescission of Investment Adviser Political Contribution RuleSEC Proposes Rescission of Investment Adviser Political Contribution Rule
The US Securities and Exchange Commission has published a proposal to rescind Rule 206(4)-5 under the Investment Advisers Act, commonly known as the pay-to-play rule, alongside related recordkeeping obligations. Scope of the Rescission Proposal On 3 September 2026, the Securities and Exchange Commission issued a proposal to eliminate its pay-to-play…
Read more: SEC Investor Advisory Committee Schedules Public Meeting on AI and Market RegulationsSEC Investor Advisory Committee Schedules Public Meeting on AI and Market Regulations
The US Securities and Exchange Commission Investor Advisory Committee will host a public meeting on 10 September 2026 to examine artificial intelligence in public markets alongside federal market structure rules. Meeting Structure and Discussion Topics The public session is scheduled to begin at 10:00 a.m. ET on 10 September 2026…
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