Top 10 EU regulatory milestones to watch in 2026

The EU regulatory landscape is undergoing significant transformation. Following years of intensive legislative activity, the European Commission is now turning its attention to simplification, enforcement, and targeted revision of these rulebooks. This publication provides a horizon-scanning overview, covering areas from merger control and foreign subsidies to AI, energy, and corporate governance. For each, it sets out expected timing, a summary of proposed measures, and potential implications for deal structuring, due diligence, and financing terms.

Please note that the list prioritizes initiatives with likely near-term impact and is not exhaustive; additional measures may emerge, and some listed items could be delayed.

For further background or information, please contact the EU Policy Task Force EUPolicyTaskForce@allenovery.com.