Regulatory Alerts2025-04-08
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Private equity in accountancy: public interest under pressure
The Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM) reports that private equity's share of statutory audits has risen to approximately 30%, prompting a review of the associated risks and opportunities. While private equity offers short-term benefits such as scale advantages and expertise, the AFM weighs long-term risks to audit quality and public interest more heavily due to commercial pressures. The regulator emphasizes the need for robust counter-pressure mechanisms to ensure that quality and independence remain paramount despite these investments.
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