ESMA_QA_2775
Topic
Alternative Performance Measures (APM)
16/02/2026
Subject Matter
Interaction of the APM Guidelines with IFRS 18 Presentation and Disclosure in Financial Statements; APM Guidelines and paragraphs 117 to 125 of IFRS 18
Question
How should an issuer present alternative performance measures in light of the IFRS 18 Presentation and Disclosures in Financial Statements? Which are the main differences between the scope and requirements of the APM Guidelines and IFRS 18?
Level 1 Regulation
Transparency Directive (TD) Directive 2004/109/EC
ESMA_QA_2747
Topic
Control functions (Compliance, Risk and Audit)
05/01/2026
Subject Matter
Due diligence
Question
How should the due diligence requirements set out in Article 5(2) of the ESCPR be applied by CSPs?
Level 1 Regulation
Regulation 2020/1503 - European crowdfunding service providers for business
ESMA_QA_2742
Topic
Public offer
19/12/2025
Subject Matter
Prospectus QA exemption
Question
Do subscription rights fall under the exemptions in Article 1(5)(a) and (ba) of the Prospectus Regulation?
Level 1 Regulation
Prospectus Regulation 2017/1129
ESMA_QA_2741
Topic
Public offer
19/12/2025
Subject Matter
Prospectus Q&A exemption
Question
Is there an obligation to update a document drawn up in accordance with Annex IX of the Prospectus Regulation (PR) in relation to a significant new factor, material mistake or material inaccuracy relating to the information included in a document?
Level 1 Regulation
Prospectus Regulation 2017/1129
ESMA_QA_2740
Topic
Temporary regime for small providers
18/12/2025
Subject Matter
Small ESG rating provider no longer meeting temporary regime size requirements
Question
If an ESG rating provider established in the Union registered under the temporary regime ceases to meet the criteria in order to be categorised as a small undertaking, can it continue operating until it is authorised pursuant to Article 8?
Level 1 Regulation
ESGR - Regulation (EU) 2024/3005