Germany – BaFin Short Selling Notifications

Germany – BaFin Short Selling Notifications

On 7 November 2024, GE BaFin published updated version of FAQs relating to notification and publication requirements on short selling, as well as credit default swaps aspects.

  • The FAQs have been provided on both German and English versions, with the updated elements and additional questions clearly being marked as updated on 1 November 2024.
  • The changes affect Q35 How does the electronic notification procedure at BaFin work?, and Q42 What documents must be submitted to BaFin together with the application for the specialized procedure?, dealing with the requirements for the electronic procedure.