Monday February 16 2026
News Source: Global Exchanges
Focus: General - Global Exchanges
Type: General
Country: Germany
On 16th February 2026, Eurex announced significant enhancement of access to its markets following the enactment of Germany’s Financial Centre Promotion Act (Standortfördergesetz).
The new legislation refines the regulatory framework applicable to third country Regulatory Market-Makers (RMMs), a move that will reduce entry barriers, boost international participation, and increase liquidity in the European derivatives market.
Effective immediately, the legislation exempts RMMs based outside the European Union from the previous requirement to establish a physical entity or seek an individual exemption in Germany. This reform streamlines the process for providing liquidity on German-regulated exchanges like Eurex, eliminating what was a significant operational and financial hurdle for many global firms.
The new framework is set to enhance market efficiency, increase competition, and reduce bureaucracy. The reform addresses barriers that Eurex, as part of Deutsche Börse Group, has consistently worked with market participants and policymakers to highlight as crucial for strengthening Germany’s position as a leading global financial hub and ensuring a level playing field with other major European jurisdictions.
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