20/13955: Draft Law to Strengthen the German Fund Market and Implement EU Directive 2024/927
Introduction
On November 27, 2024, the German government introduced a draft law (Drucksache 20/13955) to strengthen the German fund market and implement EU Directive 2024/927.
Background
EU Directive 2024/927 aims to enhance the resilience and safety of the European fund market by introducing new requirements for alternative investment funds (AIFs). These requirements include:
- Enhanced risk management and liquidity arrangements
- Improved transparency and reporting
- Stronger oversight of the fund industry
Key Provisions of the Draft Law
The draft law seeks to implement the EU directive into German law and includes the following key provisions:
Amendments to the German Investment Code (KAGB):
- Introduction of detailed rules for the transfer of AIF assets and liabilities
- Enhancement of liquidity risk management requirements
- Strengthening of the supervisory reporting framework
- Clarification of the scope of permissible depositary activities
- Regulation of credit grantings by AIFs
Amendments to the German Capital Investment Code (InvG):
- Extension of the definition of “investment funds” to include AIFs
- Inclusion of AIFs in the depositary obligation
- Modification of the rules on the calculation of voting rights in investment funds
Amendments to the German Securities Trading Law (WpG):
- Extension of the definition of “financial instruments” to include AIF shares
- Inclusion of AIFs in the prospectus requirement for publicly offered transferable securities
Impact of the Draft Law
The draft law is expected to have a significant impact on the German fund market by:
- Enhancing the stability and safety of AIFs
- Improving transparency and investor protection
- Strengthening the regulatory oversight of the fund industry
Next Steps
The draft law is currently undergoing parliamentary debate and is expected to be adopted in the coming months. The new provisions are likely to come into effect in 2026, following the transposition period for EU Directive 2024/927.
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