3 questions for Andreas Scholz, Chairman of the Management Board, dfv Euro Finance Group
The EURO FINANCE WEEK has become one of the most important meeting points for the financial industry. In this interview, Andreas Scholz, Chairman of the Management Board of the dfv Euro Finance Group, explains which topics will be the focus in 2025, how current challenges in the financial industry are being discussed, and what impulses are expected to emerge from Frankfurt as a financial center.
Defense stocks in transition: Investors torn between returns and responsibility
Defense stocks are gaining in importance—but the DVFA survey shows that investment professionals remain cautious and take a differentiated view.
“Making Capital Matter” – Deutsche Börse Cash Market becomes Deutsche Börse
Uniform brand identity: Deutsche Börse Cash Market, Xetra, and Frankfurt Stock Exchange will be bundled under the Deutsche Börse brand.
EU Financial Centres Power Index
Frankfurt Main Finance is attending Warsaw Finance Week this week to further deepen the close cooperation between the financial centers of Frankfurt and Warsaw. A recent study by Deloitte and Future Finance Poland highlights the growing importance of Poland as a key player in the European financial ecosystem.
Read the authors’ key findings below…
Frankfurt Main Finance at the Financial Street Forum in Beijing
As part of the Beijing Financial Street Forum 2025, Hubertus Väth, Managing Director of Frankfurt Main Finance, took part in several events, bringing Frankfurt’s perspective to the international stage.
Helaba Financial Center Study: “Bank employment on the rise – but with dwindling momentum”
The Helaba study shows that banking employment in Frankfurt continues to grow, albeit at a slower pace. The international appeal of the financial center and its ability to attract foreign skilled workers remain crucial for its future.
Climate Action as a Competitive Advantage: Germany’s Green Tech Industry Holds a Strong Position in the Global Market
Clean technologies are key drivers of future growth — offering opportunities for business, innovation, and employment. A joint study by KfW Research and Deloitte shows that the global green tech market is expanding at a double-digit rate, while Germany is well positioned with a 13% share of global exports.
Working Paper: Central Asia
Central Asia is emerging as a dynamic hub for regional cooperation and sustainable finance. With strong climate commitments and growing investment in green initiatives, the region is redefining its strategic role in the global economy.
Emerging Finance: AI, Tokenization & Innovation – AI Week Frankfurt Side Event
We are thrilled to provide an exclusive invitation to an official side event during the AI Week Frankfurt 2025. The event promises to delve deep into the next frontier of finance using emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence and blockchain technology.
Communiqué of the EU Roundtable of Financial Centers (EU-RFC)
Representatives of Europe’s leading financial centres defined common priorities to strengthen the competitiveness and stability of the European financial ecosystem at the EU-RFC meeting in Frankfurt.
