WFE News and Publications Round-up for April

By: The WFE Communications Team May 2026

Recent WFE publications have addressed a range of issues affecting global markets, including innovation, investor protection, market resilience and the future of public markets. A selection of press releases and consultation responses from the past month are available below.

WFE Says Innovation and Investor Protection Reinforce Each Other in Financial Markets

The WFE outlines how innovation and investor protection support well-functioning financial markets, and the importance of regulatory frameworks that encourage both growth and confidence.

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WFE Says Good Markets Embody Resilient, Scalable and Innovative Networks by Design

The WFE examines the role of exchanges and market infrastructures in supporting resilient and scalable markets through liquidity, transparency and effective market design.

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WFE Response to European Commission Consultation on Private Equity Exits

The WFE’s response supports efforts to simplify listing processes and improve access to public markets, while encouraging measures that strengthen liquidity and long-term market participation.

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WFE Response to ESMA’s Consultation on Guarantees as CCP Collateral and on Certain Aspects of CCP Investment Policy

The WFE’s response addresses proposals relating to guarantees as CCP collateral, alongside broader considerations around CCP investment policy and risk management.

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