Achieving the CMU: Way Forward from a Practitioner’s Perspective

• Jurisdiction: European Union
• Year: 2022
• Author: Willem Van de Wiele

Speaker

Willem Van de Wiele is a Counsel in our Debt Finance and Capital Markets practices. His main practice areas include capital markets, banking and financial services and financial regulation. He advises on capital markets transactions and financial instruments, covered bonds, regulation of banking activities and financial services and corporate finance. He is a member of the Brussels Bar and New York Bar and registered on Liste IV in Luxembourg.

Recent work includes advice on the EMTN program establishment for the German-Speaking Community of Belgium, the EMTN program establishment for the Belgian credit institution Crelan SA, various updates of the EMTN program of the Belgian credit institution Belfius, the update of the EMTN program for the Flemish Community, an inaugural green bond issue for Intervest Offices & Warehouses and for Wereldhave Belgium NV and various diamond securitisations.

Topic

The presentation delves into the intricacies of the Capital Markets Union (CMU) and provides a comprehensive understanding of its historical context and underlying principles. By shedding light on its background, the audience gains valuable insights into the driving forces and motivations behind the creation of this transformative initiative.

With a focus on clarity and depth, the presentation meticulously outlines the key legislative proposals that constitute the backbone of the CMU. These proposals are dissected and examined, illustrating how they aim to break down barriers and foster seamless integration within the European capital markets. By doing so, the CMU seeks to enhance cross-border investments, improve access to finance for businesses, and empower individual investors with a wider range of investment opportunities.

Furthermore, the presentation offers a unique perspective from a practitioner's standpoint. Drawing from real-world experiences and expertise, it presents valuable considerations and critical analysis of the CMU's potential impact on various stakeholders within the financial industry. The viewpoints of practitioners, who navigate the complexities of the capital markets on a daily basis, add a pragmatic and tangible dimension...