Russia – CB Ownership In Financial Firms

Russia – CB Ownership In Financial Firms

On 29 May 2020, RUS CB issued notice on ownership of financial firms.

  • RUS CB will provide simpler language about the ownership structure of financial firms.
  • The aim is to help consumers, investors and public to understand the firms' ownership.

Key Points

  • The simpler disclosures apply to insurers, management companies, microfinance firms.
  • RUS CB will amend the process for disclosing information on the ownership structure.
  • Disclosures from the firms will be in format used by banks or non-state pension funds.
  • Instead of disclosing information on its official website, a firm can post on RUS CB site.
  • RUS CB notice is registered by the Ministry of Justice and is effective on 9 June 2020.