Report

ESMA EU carbon markets report 2024

– 7 October 2024

Description

The revision of the EU Directive governing the EU ETS mandates the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) to ensure the integrity and transparency of the European carbon market.

This includes monitoring market volatility, price trends, auction operations, trading activities in emission allowances and derivatives (including over-the-counter trades), as well as assessing liquidity, trading volumes, and the behavior of market participants, including financial intermediaries’ positions.

To fulfill this responsibility, ESMA publishes an annual EU carbon market report with comprehensive insights and analysis. The report is structured as follows:

  • Section 1: Focus on carbon prices and market volatility.
  • Section 2: Examination of auction processes.
  • Section 3: Analysis of secondary market trading.
  • Section 4: Insights into derivatives market positions.

By highlighting key areas such as carbon market trends, regulatory oversight, and trading behavior, this document offers valuable insights for stakeholders and policymakers navigating the evolving European carbon market landscape.

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