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CySEC Withdraws ICF Membership From Three Firms Amid Regulatory Clampdown

The Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) announced a decisive regulatory action this week. In a significant enforcement move, the Investors Compensation Fund (ICF) has withdrawn its membership from three financial entities—BrightPool Ltd, VPR Safe Financial Group Ltd, and FIBO Markets Ltd. This step follows the recent CySEC decision to rescind their Cyprus Investment Firm authorizations.

Implications For Covered Clients

Despite the membership revocations, authorities have clarified that the rights of covered clients remain intact. Clients who had engaged in investment operations prior to the loss of membership will continue to be eligible for compensation, provided they meet the required conditions. The decision, therefore, does not impede the initiation of compensation procedures for impacted investors.

Looking Ahead

This regulatory action underscores CySEC’s commitment to maintaining robust market integrity and protecting investor interests. By enforcing strict compliance, the commission sets a precedent for financial accountability in the industry. Investors and market participants are advised to stay informed about ongoing developments as regulatory authorities continue to tighten oversight measures.

Eurobank Buys Back €5.9 Million In Shares In One Week

Eurobank S.A. spent €5.88 million repurchasing more than 1.3 million of its own shares on Euronext Athens between August 17 and August 21, 2026.

The purchases are part of the bank’s ongoing share buyback programme, approved by shareholders at the annual general meeting on April 28 and launched following a public announcement on June 10.

More Than 1.3 Million Shares Repurchased

During the five-day trading period, Eurobank bought 1,312,998 shares for a total of €5,882,204.05, at an average price of about €4.48 per share.

The transactions were carried out on Euronext Athens through Eurobank Equities Single Member Investment Firm S.A.

Daily purchases were as follows:

  • August 17: 257,693 shares for €1.16 million, at an average of €4.4951 per share.
  • August 18: 271,616 shares for €1.22 million, averaging €4.4929.
  • August 19: 323,887 shares for €1.44 million, the largest daily purchase, at an average of €4.4336.
  • August 20: 237,344 shares for €1.06 million, averaging €4.4646.
  • August 21: 222,458 shares for €1.01 million, at an average of €4.5305.

Eurobank’s Share Holdings Increase

The buyback programme was formally established through a board resolution adopted on April 29, following shareholder approval and the relevant legal framework.

After the latest purchases, Eurobank holds a total of 22,500,675 of its own shares.

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