EU watchdogs to launch prop trader capital review in April

Prop traders say bank-style IFR rules are driving them out, but doubt EBA will suggest changes

European-Commission

Two European Union (EU) regulatory watchdogs will soon take the first step in reviewing capital requirements set for proprietary trading groups, buy-side firms, and broker-dealers that do not have a banking licence. A spokesperson at the European Banking Authority confirms that they intend to publish a discussion paper for consultation in April “if there are no more delays”.

The review has been long awaited by principal trading firms (PTFs), but many doubt regulators will make significant

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