Recent meetings
| Date | Commissioner / Cabinet | Topic | File |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09 Apr 2026 | Eddy De Smijter Head of Unit | Discussion on Commission’s enforcement of and priorities under the Foreign Subsidies Regulation | — |
| 09 Apr 2026 | Daniele Calisti Head of Unit | Merger Policy and Review of the Merger Guidelines. | — |
| 09 Apr 2026 | Daniele Calisti Head of Unit | Merger Policy and Review of the Merger Guidelines. | SRC |
| 09 Apr 2026 | Eddy De Smijter Head of Unit | Discussion on Commission’s enforcement of and priorities under the Foreign Subsidies Regulation | SRC |
Mission & Goals
The D. E. Shaw group is a global investment and technology development firm with offices in North America, Europe, and Asia. Since its organization in 1988, the firm has earned a reputation for delivering attractive risk-adjusted investment results through innovation, careful risk management, advanced technology, and the quality and depth of its people. The firm has a significant presence across public and private markets globally, investing in a wide range of companies and financial instruments in both developed and developing economies. Widely recognized as a pioneer in quantitative investing, particularly in equities, futures, and options, the firm also has formidable expertise in areas that involve fundamental analysis or portfolio manager discretion, such as equities, credit, energy, and macro investing.
EU Legislative Interests
Application of the EU Merger Regulation (Council Regulation (EC) No 139/2004), Articles 101 and 102 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union, and the Foreign Subsides Regulation (Regulation (EU) 2022/2560) by the European Commission's Directorate General for Competition.
Communication Activities
The D. E. Shaw group’s relevant communication activities are defined by the firm’s participation in groups, events, and briefing sessions related to the EU Financial Regulation and related EU legislation relevant to the firm’s business.
Interests Represented
Promotes their own interests or the collective interests of their members
Additional Information
Annual costs for the D. E. Shaw group’s activities covered by the EU Transparency Register are limited to costs involved with the participation in the groups, events, and briefing sessions referenced in our response above.