Responding to this paper
ESMA invites comments on all matters in this paper and in particular on the specific questions summarised in Annex I. Comments are most helpful if they:
- respond to the question stated;
- indicate the specific question to which the comment relates;
- contain a clear rationale; and
- describe any alternatives ESMA should consider.
ESMA will consider all comments received by 18 January 2020.
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Who should read this paper
This consultation is looking for feedback from third-country CCPs, trade repositories, credit rating agencies, market participants and authorities.