Commerzbank SME Institute established at Frankfurt School
The new SME Institute creates a platform for practice-oriented research and strategic exchange. It supports companies in addressing transformation, innovation, and financing in a targeted way.
Frankfurt’s Financial Centre in a New Look
Frankfurt’s financial centre continues to gain importance as a hub for supervision and banking. New EU authorities, rising employment, and international institutions are strengthening the location in a sustainable way
WealthTech Radar 2026: Europe’s Implementation Gap
Harvest and fincite are publishing their fourth annual industry report — co-authored with 12 experts from AllUnity, DWS, Morningstar, Upvest, wealthAPI and others — and outline where European banks must move from strategy papers to measurable implementation.
World Economic Forum Davos 2026: Successful Frankfurt RheinMain reception
Vice Chancellor Lars Klingbeil supports Frankfurt Rhine-Main region and financial center in Davos. FRM GmbH event attracts record number of high-profile guests from business and politics.
“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.
DVFA monthly question February: Investment professionals call for less bureaucracy and pension reform – debt brake is secondary
DVFA’s latest monthly survey of its investment professionals focused on the current election campaign and the upcoming Bundestag elections. “Of course, every general election is relevant. But the immense response and the numerous comments send a strong signal that financial experts definitely see February 23 as a directional election,” says Roger Peeters, Deputy Chairman of the DVFA Executive Board, interpreting the lively participation.
Frankfurt and ESG fintechs: plenty of potential
The number of ESG fintechs is increasing. According to the ‘Snapshot of the ESG FinTech environment’ study by EY Parthenon, presented together with Frankfurt Main Finance, the number of ESG fintechs in Europe grew to 371 by December 2024. Despite a strong B2B focus and favourable conditions, there is a lack of targeted measures such as funding visibility and accelerator programmes to unleash the city’s full potential.
Financial centre Frankfurt remains economic engine: Hesse grows above average
Hesse shines with strong economic power, driven by the financial centre of Frankfurt, according to a recent analysis by Helaba. As the seat of the ECB, Bundesbank and soon the AMLA, Frankfurt plays a key role. Banks, consultancies and international investments strengthen the region, while the airport and trade fair centre promote global networking. With a resilient structure and growing employment, Frankfurt remains a key driver of the Hessian economy.
DVFA monthly question December: Capital markets more in consolidation mode in 2025 — continued uncertain environment
DVFA Investment Professionals have mixed feelings about the coming year. Equities are the favourite asset class, while geopolitical tensions and economic risks are the biggest sources of uncertainty. Gold remains a favourite, with almost a third of respondents expecting prices above USD 2,900 per ounce. The DAX shows limited optimism and the dollar is likely to remain strong according to the majority. After two strong years, experts are focussing on caution.
Florian Rentsch becomes Special Representative — An important signal for Frankfurt as a financial centre
With the appointment of a special representative for the financial centre Frankfurt, the Hessian state government is sending a clear signal. Frankfurt Main Finance congratulates Florian Rentsch on his new role.
