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ARTICLE · 18 JULY 2025

Navigating EMIR 3: What Does It Mean For Market Participants

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The financial regulatory landscape in the European Union is undergoing significant changes with the introduction of EMIR 3, which took effect on 24 December 2024.

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Stephanie Marinova
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The financial regulatory landscape in the European Union is undergoing significant changes with the introduction of EMIR 3, which took effect on 24 December 2024. Designed to enhance the EU's financial infrastructure, EMIR 3 and the changes set out therein, aim to improve market stability, reduce dependence on non-EU clearinghouses, and streamline the process for derivatives clearing. In light of these, the European Securities and Markets Authority ("ESMA") has launched a consultation paper ("CP") to gather feedback on the technical aspects of these new rules, inviting stakeholders to provide input before the final regulations are implemented.

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The European Union has taken a significant step in modernizing its financial regulatory framework with the introduction of EMIR 3. The Regulation is aimed at enhancing the competitiveness of EU-based Central Counterparties ("CCPs") and strengthening market stability. It is worth noting that this piece of

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