On periodic information to be submitted to ESMA by Credit Rating Agencies

Who should read this paper?This consultation paper should be by read by credit rating agencies (as defined in Article 3(1)(b) of the CRA Regulation), companies which have applied for registration or are considering applying for registration, competent authorities, and consumer groups. Responding to this consultation paperESMA invites comment on all matters in this consultation paper, in particular on the specific questions listed in Annex II. In providing comments, please:
•    Respond to the stated questions•    Indicate the question number which the comments relate to•    Where possible, provide quantitative information on any related costs and benefits; and •    Describe any alternative ESMA should consider.
Comments should reach ESMA by 31 October 2014
All contributions should be submitted online at www.esma.europa.eu under the heading ‘Your input/Consultations’.
Publication of responsesAll contributions received will be published following the end of the consultation period, unless otherwise requested. Please clearly indicate in your submission any part you do not wish to be publicly disclosed. A standard confidentiality statement in an email message will not be treated as a request for non-disclosure. Note that a confidential response may be requested from us in accordance with ESMA’s rule on access to documents. We may consult you if you receive such a request. Any decision we make is reviewable by ESMA’s Board of Appeal and the European Ombudsman.
Data protection Information on data protection can be found at www.esma.europa.eu under the heading Legal Notice.