ESMA_QA_2739
18/12/2025
Subject Matter
Content of temporary regime notification
Original question
What information should a small ESG rating provider submit to ESMA for its assessment to determine whether to register a small ESG rating provider for the purposes of the temporary regime pursuant to Article 5(2)?
ESMA Answer
18-12-2025
Original language
ESMA will need to review, as a minimum, the annual audited financial statements and employment records of the notifying entity.
In the case of a newly established legal entity, projected figures may be used provisionally for ESMA's assessment. This may include founding accounts, business projections and “bona fide” estimates accompanied by managerial sign-off.
Status: Answer Published
Additional Information
Level 1 Regulation
ESGR - Regulation (EU) 2024/3005
Topic
Temporary regime for small providers