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Verena Ross' speech at the 6th Annual Capital Markets Seminar, 6 June 2024

· Verena Ross, Chair of the European Securities and Markets Authority (European Union)

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· Verena Ross Wiki · European Securities and Markets Authority WikiVerena Ross' speech at the 6th Annual Capital Markets Seminar, 6 June 2024

ContextEvening speech at the sixth Annual Capital Markets Seminar in Luxembourg; ESMA protects investors and keeps EU markets orderly, and wants stronger equity financing in Europe.

Why it mattersRoss argues that a stronger equity culture would reduce Europe's reliance on debt.

Problems raised
  1. Europe's funding ecosystem holds back innovation.
  2. Tech, energy and SMEs lack equity finance.
  3. EU firms rely too heavily on debt.
Solutions proposed
  1. Meet growing demand for ESG investments.
  2. Strengthen equity finance and an equity culture.
  3. Improve risk sharing through capital markets.
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