With its communication on the competitiveness of the European banking sector, published on 17 July 2026, the European Commission has presented a comprehensive agenda to make the European banking market more efficient, integrated, and growth-oriented. The initiative is a key pillar of the Savings and Investments Union (SIU) and is intended to ensure that banks continue
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ECON Takes a Position on the EU Inc.
Earlier this spring, the European Commission presented a proposal for a “EU Inc.”, a single corporate form applicable across the entire European Union – see TSIkompakt from 18 March 2026. The Committee on Economic and Monetary Affairs (ECON) of the European Parliament has now expressed its support for the initiative in an open letter. ECON views the proposal as an
Competitiveness and Simplification: Latest Developments on the Savings and Investment Union
The European Commission has identified the Savings and Investment Union (SIU) as one of the major goals of the current legislative term. The revision of securitisation regulation is intended to be the first major step in this direction. However, additional regulatory processes have also been initiated—here is an overview. Competitiveness of the EU Banking Sector
EU Inc. – Pioneering a New Legal Framework for European Companies
Today, the European Commission presented a draft regulation for the EU Inc. – a unified corporate form designed for the entire EU. As the cornerstone of a potential “28th regime”, it aims to harmonise further areas of law in the long term. Currently, fragmented national company laws hinder cross-border activities, increase administrative burdens, and drive up costs from incorporation
Consultation on the Competitiveness of the EU Banking Sector Published
Strong Framework, Limited Dynamism On February 11, 2026, the European Commission launched a Targeted Consultation on the competitiveness of the EU banking sector. This consultation will serve as a key foundation for a report on the further development of the Savings and Investments Union (SIU) this year. The EU banking sector is highly stable, with
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