Glossary - MiFID II

Description

MiFID II (Markets in Financial Instruments Directive II) is an EU regulation that took effect on 3 January 2018. It strengthened rules on transparency, investor protection, and oversight of investment firms. The directive covers trading venues, investment advice, transaction reporting, product governance, and cost disclosure.

Alternate Names

  • Markets in Financial Instruments Directive II
  • EU Directive 2014/65/EU
  • EU MiFID II Directive
  • MiFID 2
  • Second Markets in Financial Instruments Directive