ESMA calls for leniency for fund managers, benchmarks and auditors
The regulator's research finds investment fund costs remain high
Regulators' reviews uncovered issues with both ESG disclosure and financial reporting
Market rebounds may occur, but the risk will remain high
Regulator recommends studying ban, beefing up disclosure
The consultation proposes regulatory guidance to address leverage risk in alternative funds
France, Belgium and Italy impose temporary prohibitions
Enhanced monitoring of short positions a precaution amid volatile markets
European regulators also called for financial firms to ready backup plans
Consultation focuses on improving non-equity markets