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Describe loi Sapin 2 provisions regulating electronic advertising for CFDs and binary options
Which type of currency contract is explicitly targeted by the prohibition under the loi Sapin 2?
Article 314-7 of the AMF General Regulation specifies that rolling spot forex contracts without intrinsic capital protection are covered by the prohibition. These contracts present a high risk that justifies their inclusion in the list of prohibited products.
Which financial products are specifically targeted by the loi Sapin 2 prohibition on electronic promotional communications?
The loi Sapin 2 targets three categories of high-risk financial products: those whose maximum risk is unknown at the time of subscription, those with a risk of loss exceeding the initial investment, and those whose risk/reward ratio is not reasonably comprehensible. Specifically, this includes binary options under all their names (digital option, sprint market, etc.) and CFDs, as well as rolling spot forex contracts without capital protection.
Which entity is competent to investigate and detect breaches of the loi Sapin 2 regarding electronic advertising?
The AMF is responsible for investor protection, while the DGCCRF intervenes on matters of consumer law. Both entities share competence for ensuring compliance with the provisions of the law.
Which article of the Code monétaire et financier introduced the prohibition on promotional communications for high-risk financial products?
Article L. 533-12-7 of the Code monétaire et financier, created by Article 72 of the loi Sapin 2, establishes this prohibition. It defines the criteria for identifying the products concerned and prohibits investment service providers from sending electronic promotional communications relating to these products.
The loi Sapin 2 authorizes advertisements for binary options on social media.
False. The loi Sapin 2 strictly prohibits promotional communications for binary options across all channels, including social media. This prohibition extends to all forms of electronic advertising, including online banners, sponsored links, and even indirect advertising such as logos on sports jerseys, as confirmed by a ruling of the Paris Administrative Court in 2020.
Maximum penalty for a breach of the loi Sapin 2
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Article L. 222-16-1 of the Consumer Code provides for a fine of up to €100,000 for any breach. This penalty applies not only to investment service providers but also to advertising networks and agencies that participated in disseminating the offending message.
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Product covered by the prohibition
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The loi Sapin 2 specifically targets certain high-risk financial products. Binary options and CFDs are covered because they present a high risk and an incomprehensible risk/reward ratio. Listed shares and government bonds are not targeted by this prohibition.