We are pleased to publish our 2026 Securities Lending Regulatory Horizon Scanner, developed in collaboration with DLA Piper.
This 2026 Securities Lending Regulatory Horizon Scanner provides a high-level overview of key ongoing and expected EU and UK regulatory developments that are likely to have an impact on the industry over the next 2 years.
This year’s scanner provides a comprehensive snapshot of the regulations impacting our industry, grouped thematically, from core Prudential Regulation to the developing frontiers of Digital and Retail Regulation. There are also spotlight sections on US and Middle East regulatory developments.
Key Focus Areas Include:
• Market Infrastructure: Detailed implementation timelines for the UK and EU transition to T+1 settlement by 11 October 2027.
• Prudential & Banking: Updates on the EU Banking Competitiveness Agenda aimed at reducing complexity and unlocking liquidity portability.
• The “Single Rulebook”: Analysis of the EU’s Market Integration and Supervision Package (MISP).
• Global Reach: Spotlight sections on emerging regulations across the Middle East and the Americas.
Beyond monitoring, our mission is to ensure that ISLA members are positioned to navigate these changes with confidence. We are committed to translating this complex regulatory landscape into actionable strategic insights that support our member firms commercial growth.
For further information or to discuss how these developments may impact your firm, please reach out to Farrah Mahmood, Head of Advocacy, Public Policy & Regulatory Strategy.
Many of the regulations outlined are also covered within ISLA’s Working Groups, which you can find out more about here.
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This Horizon Scanner has been prepared as of March 2026. It does not constitute legal advice and is not intended to provide an exhaustive list of all provisions or requirements applicable to firms during this period.
