The information contained in this document is accurate as of February 2026

Navigating EU Regulatory Trends: Opportunities, Risks and Strategic Actions

As EU priorities shift, businesses must move from reactive compliance to proactive strategy to manage risk, build resilience, and seize opportunity.

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The information contained in this document is accurate as of February 2026

Navigating EU Regulatory Trends: Opportunities, Risks and Strategic Actions

As EU priorities shift, businesses must move from reactive compliance to proactive strategy to manage risk, build resilience, and seize opportunity.

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Europe’s regulatory landscape is entering a period of profound transformation. Economic pressures, geopolitical tensions, and technological disruption are reshaping the priorities of EU lawmakers, creating a dynamic environment where competitiveness and security increasingly influence legislative agendas. This shift marks a departure from the previous emphasis on sustainability and standard-setting, signalling a new era of regulatory complexity and strategic opportunity for global businesses operating in Europe.

This report provides a clear roadmap for navigating these changes. It examines the forces driving EU regulatory reform, highlights emerging trends, and analyses their implications for businesses across sectors. You will gain practical insights into upcoming legislation, understand the trade-offs between competitiveness, security, and sustainability, and access actionable recommendations to future-proof compliance strategies. By engaging with this report you can identify growth opportunities, mitigate risks, and position yourself as trusted EU-aligned players in a rapidly evolving market.

01 Key Factors Driving Regulatory Change in the EU

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02 How are the Four Factors turned into Actionable Law?

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03 EU Policy – The Balancing Act

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04 How can you Future-Proof your Business?

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Dr Alexander Niethammer Eversheds Sutherland

Dr. Alexander Niethammer, LL.M. Managing Partner Rechtsanwalt, Attorney-at-Law (New York), Managing Partner Germany T: +49 89 54565 318 E: alexanderniethammer@ eversheds-sutherland.com

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Pia Kroekel Caruana Eversheds Sutherland

Pia Krökel Caruana Knowledge Lawyer Member of the EU Knowledge Hub T: +32 472 88 87 37 E: PiaKroekelCaruana@ eversheds-sutherland.com

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