The European Commission has proposed relaxing securitisation regulations within the European Union to revive the market, free up bank capital, and boost lending to the economy. The move aims to stimulate investment and improve corporate financing by simplifying reporting requirements while maintaining safeguards to prevent a repeat of the 2008 financial crisis. The proposal includes easing Basel requirements related to the securitisation of debt, allowing investors greater access to debt products. Despite these efforts, some sectors, such as the German banking industry, had hoped for more extensive reforms. The initiative reflects Brussels' intent to unlock funds for financing businesses and invigorate the EU's financial markets, which have been constrained by stringent post-crisis rules.