EU's six largest economies back unified capital market oversight

The agreement, finalized during a meeting in Berlin on Thursday, involves Germany, France, Italy, Poland, Spain, and the Netherlands. This move marks a pivot toward integrating fragmented financial systems to foster growth and increase regional resilience. Under the proposed framework, the European Securities and Markets Authority would assume direct control over major market infrastructures, while also gaining expanded authority to police crypto-asset trading.

Beyond oversight, the bloc intends to dismantle existing barriers for cross-border funds, a change designed to streamline how companies secure financing across borders. While the E6 countries have aligned their positions, the proposal still requires approval from the remaining 21 member states. German officials anticipate the full regulatory package will be adopted by the end of 2026.