( May 20, 2026, 18:58 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Karen Dortea Abelskov and Carlo Comporti, from the Danish finance ministry and the Italian market supervisor, respectively, are the EU market watchdog's preferred candidates to replace its chair, Verena Ross, starting Nov. 1. The European Securities and Markets Authority, or ESMA, on Wednesday sent its shortlist to the Council of the EU representing EU countries and the European Parliament. The Council is then due to appoint the ESMA chair following confirmation by lawmakers.Full press release follows:...
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