Since 1 March 2002, the Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM) has been in charge of regulating how the financial markets are run. The whole financial market sector, including savings, investments, insurance, loans, pensions, capital markets, asset management, accounting, and financial reporting, are all under the supervision of AFM.
AFM implements national restrictions on the marketing, distribution, and sale of CFDs to retail investors, following ESMA’s product intervention measures.
These regulations apply to both foreign and domestic investment enterprises operating in the Netherlands via branches or the European pass porting system, regardless of where they are situated.
AFM is dedicated to advancing honest and open financial markets. It contributes to the sustainability of the financial system and the prosperity of the Netherlands as an independent market conduct authority.