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Author: Securities Finance Times

The US SEC has strengthened guidance for broker-dealers and market participants transitioning to central clearing of US Treasury securities. A dedicated webpage provides updates, staff statements, FAQs, and regulatory filings, supporting transparency, operational readiness, and smooth implementation of the Treasury clearing rules.

Author: University of Guelph

Fidelity Investments Canada has contributed $1.4 million to the University of Guelph’s Lang School of Business and Economics. The funding establishes a named chair in finance and enhances experiential learning, equipping students with skills in AI, data, and global financial markets.

Author: Irish Legal News

The Central Bank of Ireland’s updated credit union lending framework comes into effect, raising home loan limits to 30% and business loan limits to 15% of total assets. The changes aim to expand lending capacity, increase market competition, and diversify financial services nationwide.

Author: Financial Times

Ardian’s €2.5bn acquisition of Energia Group marks a major play in Ireland’s energy and AI landscape. The deal highlights underscores how investors are repositioning for the next phase of Europe’s digital and green transformation.

Author: Reinsurance News

Lloyd’s and Ireland’s Department of Finance are partnering to launch an Irish-themed cohort within the Lloyd’s Lab Accelerator Programme in 2026. The initiative aims to promote insurtech innovation, strengthen market resilience, and showcase Ireland’s expertise to the global insurance community.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

The accountancy sector is once again demonstrating its dual role as both steward of financial stability and driver of strategic progress. This edition underscores the importance of resilience, innovation, and leadership in navigating today’s evolving landscape. Recognition of professional excellence is clear as Feargal McCormack sets a benchmark in the Accountancy Awards, reflecting the high standards shaping Ireland’s financial community. Such recognition not only honours achievement but also reinforces the profession’s role in embedding trust and integrity across markets. Global pressures are also evident. Investor confidence dipping to its lowest level in five years underscores the challenges posed by volatility, requiring firms to adopt strategies that prioritise stability while maintaining flexibility. At the same time, opportunity is emerging as Ireland becomes more attractive for private credit funds, positioning the country as a hub for alternative finance. Together, these themes reveal a sector defined not only by external conditions but by its capacity to lead with foresight. The future of accountancy lies in turning uncertainty into advantage through strategy and sustainable practice.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Feargal McCormack was recognised with the Outstanding Contribution to Accountancy award at the Irish Accountancy Awards 2025, an accolade that underlines his enduring influence on the profession and beyond.

Author: REUTERS

European Central Bank chief Christine Lagarde has called for decisive action to strengthen the euro’s global role. Political divisions, fragmented capital markets, and delays on joint debt and a digital euro threaten Europe’s ability to challenge the dollar and boost investor confidence.

Author: RNZ

Investor confidence in New Zealand has dropped to its lowest level in nearly five years amid global trade uncertainty and US tariffs. Concerns span domestic markets and international instability, though most investors remain committed to long-term strategies despite rising pessimism.

Author: Pinsent Masons

Proposed Central Bank of Ireland reforms could boost Ireland’s appeal for alternative lenders and private credit funds. Changes to the AIF Rulebook aim to harmonise EU loan origination rules, streamline fund financing, and provide greater flexibility in QIAIF governance and investor arrangements.