ContextSpeech in German at the Finanzplatztag in Frankfurt; ESMA protects investors and keeps EU markets orderly, and wants capital markets to support European competitiveness.
Why it mattersESMA's chair proposes clearer cost data and a comparison tool for retail investors.
Problems raised
EU capital markets are fragmented and complex.
Retail investors lack support and clear cost information.
Other financial hubs compete strongly.
Solutions proposed
Publish fuller data on fees and charges.
Consider a product comparison tool for investors.
Rely less on directives and more on uniform rules.
