What are European regulators focused on this year? In this episode of Dechert On Reg, host Angelo Lercara is joined by Dechert partners Katie Carter and Mark Dillon and counsel Christine Renner to discuss highlights from the regulatory panel at this year’s Funds Congress, held February 6 in London. Topics include evolving regulatory divergence, targeted burden-reduction initiatives and strategic priorities for ESMA, the Central Bank of Ireland, the CSSF and the FCA in 2026 and beyond.

Challenging economic conditions combined with heightened scrutiny require greater sophistication when it comes to anticipating the impact of regulatory developments on the asset management industry.On Reg is a global podcast series that explores the ever-changing landscape of financial regulations and the key issues shaping the future of asset management. In each episode, we speak with Dechert colleagues and other industry experts about the most pressing issues in financial regulation.© 2026 Dechert LLP. All rights reserved. This information should not be considered as legal opinions on specific facts or as a substitute for legal counsel. It is provided by Dechert LLP as a general informational service and may be considered attorney advertising in some jurisdictions.