afm-jaarverslag-2019.pdf

Here are the key points summarized:

AFM's Mission and Goals

• The Autoriteit Financiële Markten (AFM) is a Dutch financial regulatory authority.
• Its mission is to protect investors, prevent market abuse, and ensure the stability of the financial markets.

Regulatory Framework

• The AFM is responsible for enforcing the Wet op het financieel toezicht (Wft) and other relevant laws and regulations.
• It supervises various financial institutions, including banks, investment firms, and insurance companies.

Investor Protection

• The AFM aims to protect investors by promoting transparency, fairness, and efficiency in the financial markets.
• It ensures that financial institutions comply with investor protection rules and regulations.

Market Abuse Prevention

• The AFM works to prevent market abuse, including insider trading, manipulation, and fraud.
• It monitors market activity and takes enforcement action when necessary to maintain market integrity.

Financial Stability

• The AFM contributes to the stability of the financial markets by ensuring that financial institutions are resilient and have adequate capital buffers.
• It also supervises systemic risk and takes steps to mitigate potential threats to financial stability.

International Cooperation

• The AFM collaborates with international organizations, such as the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), to promote consistent regulatory standards and share best practices.

Public Information

• The AFM provides public information on its activities, including publications, newsletters, and press releases.
• This information aims to educate investors, financial professionals, and the general public about the financial markets and regulatory requirements.