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5 December 2025

SFDR 2.0 – What Changes ? | Eyes On ESG (Video)

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SFDR 2.0: what the EU Commission's proposal really changes The European Commission has released its proposal to revise SFDR, and it represents a fundamental shift.
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SFDR 2.0: what the EU Commission's proposal really changes

The European Commission has released its proposal to revise SFDR, and it represents a fundamental shift.

In this Eyes on ESG video, Valérian de Jamblinne focuses on the key points:

  • From disclosure to product categorisation
  • End of Article 8/9 and the sustainable investment definition
  • Introduction of three new categories: Transition, Sustainable, ESG Basics
  • New 70% thresholds, mandatory exclusions and strict rules on sustainability claims
  • A realistic timeline: adoption expected in 2027 and full application only by end of 2028

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