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BlackRock warns Brussels against aggressive euro-clearing moves

World's largest asset manager adds its voice to the chorus warning the EU against forced relocation of the key market service

BlackRock warns Brussels against aggressive euro-clearing moves
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The world's largest investment manager has warned Brussels that forcing euro-clearing into the eurozone after Brexit would carry major risks to financial stability and likely see the US retaliate.

New York-headquartered BlackRock was responding to proposals put forward last month by the European Commission, which is seeking greater oversight of clearing houses outside of the European Union.

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