An LMA update on today’s regulatory agenda and tomorrow’s priorities
Traditionally seen as a quieter period in the regulatory calendar, 2025 has instead underscored just how fast the landscape is shifting, with the LMA working at the centre to support, represent and connect our members.
Navigating a rapidly evolving regulatory environment
Financial regulation is inherently complex, but the current combination of political uncertainty, market volatility and frequent regulatory updates leaves little room for complacency. For our members, clarity and foresight are essential. The LMA continues to engage directly with policymakers and stakeholders, ensuring that the interests of the syndicated loan market are understood and represented.
Over recent months, we have remained focused on guiding the market through these developments. Below is an overview of some of the areas where we have been actively advocating on behalf of our members:
Driving engagement and advocacy
- We have conducted working visits to Brussels, Copenhagen, and Madrid, meeting directly with policymakers and regulatory stakeholders to ensure the LMA’s voice is heard where it matters most.
- We published a comprehensive position paper setting out our recommendations, including specific drafting suggestions on the EU’s recent securitisation proposals.
- Together with industry partners, we co-authored a joint paper on the national implementation of Article 21c of CRDVI, advocating for a harmonised approach across jurisdictions.
- Our public policy and regulatory microsite has been refreshed to provide members with easy access to our latest work and insights.
Supporting members
We’ve continued to collaborate through our regulatory working groups and industry roundtables, including our:
- Sustainable Finance Regulation Working Group
- CRDVI Working Group
- Securitisation Think Tank
- Fund Finance Regulation and Industry Consultations Working Party
- We also responded rapidly to market concerns following the EBA’s recent Q&A on conditional sale agreements, initiating discussions with the European Commission, EBA, and national competent authorities.
Looking ahead
Looking ahead, the pace of change is unlikely to ease. We will continue to engage closely with regulatory authorities and policymakers to keep members informed and prepared. Below is an outline of key developments expected in the months ahead:
- hear from regulators and industry voices at our Annual Loan Markets Conference (30th of September) and Sustainable Finance Conference (5th of November)
- the launch of our new Public Policy and Regulation Committee (ExCo)
- a new horizon scanning feature for members available on the microsite
- member briefings, regulatory roundtables, and various new initiatives to ensure our members stay ahead of regulatory developments
The LMA remains committed to supporting members through ongoing change by providing clear, timely insights into regulatory developments. Members who wish to engage further, raise specific queries or discuss particular areas of interest are encouraged to contact Hannah (Hannah.Vanstone@lma.eu.com) or Evelien (Evelien.Alblas@lma.eu.com), who will be pleased to assist.
Let’s keep moving forward, together.
