ESMA_QA_2891
10/07/2026
Subject Matter
Access to dataset for factual error review
Original question
When an ESG rating provider notifies an issuer or rated item for the purposes of a fact-checking review, is access to the respective dataset granted only upon request?
ESMA Answer
10-07-2026
Original language
ESG rating providers are required to grant access to the dataset upon request of the issuer or rated item, in which case it should be granted as soon as possible. Alternatively, access to the dataset can be provided automatically, in parallel with the notification.
Status: Answer Published
Additional Information
Level 1 Regulation
ESGR - Regulation (EU) 2024/3005
Topic
48-hour rule