Germany: Corporate Governance

On 17 February 2026, the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) imposed a total fine of EUR 1,374,000 on REGIS-TR S.A. for seven infringements under Regulation...

As we enter 2026, it has become increasingly clear that EU financial regulation is no longer evolving in isolation. Instead, it is increasingly evident that the global financial system is no longer adjusting to temporary disruption but is instead operating within a structurally altered geopolitical, economic and regulatory environment.

On 21 October 2025, the European Commission (the EC) published its 2026 Annual Work Programme (AWP) including annexes detailing legislative updates as well as a separate...

Criminal tax matters were the main focus for the German Public Prosecution Offices in 2024. Large-scale criminal investigation proceedings were launched...

Sustainability is no longer a trend, but a reality – also for companies. There is a growing corporate awareness that a comprehensive sustainability approach offers economic benefits in the long run...

In the first part of this three-part series, we explored the important role that a sales-focused Go-to-Market (GTM) strategy and a well-aligned operating model play in reversing declining revenues and sales productivity.

The EU Commission has set the tone: As part of the European Green Deal, net greenhouse gas emissions are to be cut by at least 55% by 2030 (compared to 1990 levels).

Nachhaltiges Wirtschaften ist aus der heutigen Unternehmenswelt nicht mehr wegzudenken. Strengere Berichtspflichten machen dabei transparent..

The Management Board (der Vorstand) must initiate appropriate means and measures to recognize any damaging developments that might threaten the survival of the company.