CME’s position on the EU Consumer Agenda 2025-2030
The EU Consumer Agenda works to enhance consumer protection, improve safety and transparency, and empower citizens to participate confidently in both the digital and green transitions. It builds on a comprehensive framework, including the Digital Services Act (DSA), General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR), Product Liability Directive,...
CME’s position on the EU Market Surveillance Regulation
During the European Commission’s potential revisions to the Market Surveillance Regulation (MSR), including the option of expanding responsibilities for online marketplaces, CME believes policy choices must reflect the specificities of second‑hand trade and the distinct role of classifieds platforms. Any new obligations must also be...
CME’s position on the EU Taxonomy Environmental Delegated Act
The EU Taxonomy Environmental Delegated Act establishes technical screening criteria used to determine which economic activities make a substantial contribution to environmental objectives, including resource efficiency and circularity. It serves as an essential reference point for sustainable finance by helping direct capital flows...
CME’s position on the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation
The Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation proposal, as put forward by the European Commission, seeks to reduce the environmental impact of products throughout their life cycle, improve the functioning of the internal market, and stimulate both supply and demand for sustainable goods. It plays a critical role in advancing the...
CME’s position on the Digital Product Passport
The Digital Product Passport aims to provide structured product information to support sustainability, durability, repairability, and reuse throughout a product’s lifecycle. It is a key tool to guide sustainable production and consumption, and support the EU’s transition towards a more circular, resource-efficient economy. This is...
CME’s position on the Circular Economy Act
The Circular Economy Act (CEA) seeks to reduce waste, improve resource efficiency, and support sustainable production and consumption across the Single Market. It is a key opportunity to strengthen circular business models, promote reuse, and support consumers and businesses in making more sustainable choices. For this reason, we welcome...
CME’s position on DAC7
DAC7, introduced by the European Commission, establishes harmonised reporting obligations for digital platforms to support tax authorities in identifying potentially taxable income generated through platform activities. It builds on broader international efforts to improve tax transparency, including work carried out at the level of the...
CME’s position on the Right to Repair
CME welcomes the opportunity to contribute to the European Commission’s public consultation and call for evidence on the right to repair. Online classifieds marketplaces inherently support a culture of reuse and repair, as consumers and businesses trade second-hand goods on our platforms. Extending the lifecycle of products and...