Leaders from across the ETF industry discuss growth prospects and structural challenges of the European ETF market. Our industry deep dive identifies key growth drivers and examines the impact of regulatory initiatives such as T+1 settlement, consolidated tape and the PFOF ban on the ETF ecosystem.

Panelists
Gregoire Blanc, Head of Capital Markets & Liquidity at Amundi
Jamie Hartley, Regional Head of Capital Markets Europe and Asia at DWS Group
Jason Warr, Global Head of ETF Markets at Blackrock
Paul Young, Head of ETF Capital Markets, Europe at Vanguard AM

Global growth is set to slow further this year amid tight monetary policy and weak global trade and investment, according to the World Bank. Join our chief economists as they discuss the major shifts that will affect the global economy in the coming years, and the downside risks that could affect the outcome.

The range of bond ETFs has grown considerably to offer the right instrument for every interest rate situation. In addition, bond ETFs provide numerous advantages over individual bonds in terms of tradability, liquidity and risk diversification. Find out more about the possible uses and innovations of bond ETFs for your portfolio.

Panelists:
Oleg Juretschko, Head of DACH & CEE Capital Markets, Invesco
Konrad Kleinfeld, Head of Fixed Income Distribution EMEA, State Street Global Advisors

1. Xtrackers by DWS
   Interest rate turnaround, what now? Fixed income strategies for the next interest rate cycle

   Fixed income investors continue to face unique challenges: An inverted yield curve, below-average corporate spreads and a new interest rate cycle heralded by the European Central Bank.
   This complex situation requires detailed analysis strategies. Used correctly, a growing toolbox of fixed income ETFs can help navigate this "higher for (not much) longer" environment.

   Speaker: Sturmius Schneider, Senior Product Specialist, Xtrackers
   Language: German
   
   
   

2. Franklin Templeton
   Emerging markets - opportunities amid diverging developments

   1. China and India: How much is priced in?

   2. Taiwan and Korea: Has the cycle turned?

   3. Asia beyond China: What are the long-term growth drivers?

   
   Speaker: Marcus Weyerer, Senior ETF Investment Strategist EMEA, Franklin Templeton
   Language: German

More to follow.

1. ETC Group
   Bitcoin Spot ETFs in the USA: an accolade for Bitcoin, but long known in Europe

   Speaker Jan Altmann gives an insight into how access to cryptocurrencies with securities works. He talks about product structures and compares the new US ETFs with the established crypto-ETPs in Europe - in detail. Altmann also gives tips on how financial institutions can incorporate cryptocurrencies into their allocations.

   Speaker: Jan Altmann, Director Investment Strategy, ETC Group
   Language: German
   
   
   

2. Eurex
   Tactical positioning with ETF options

   In times of global volatility, ETF options are becoming increasingly popular. Options on shares, bonds or commodities are used for portfolio hedging or strategic positioning. But which strategies are suitable for defensive or risk-taking positioning? Which strategies do market participants use? And what are the advantages of ETFs as underlyings for derivatives?

   Speaker: Conor Davis, Morgan Stanley I Max Linne, iShares I Leon von Essen, Eurex
   Language: English
   
   
   

3. First Trust
   „Thematic Investing“ – Future-oriented investments: How thematic investing opens up opportunities for returns

   You will gain insights into how thematic investing through the use of ETFs in asset allocation offers investors the opportunity to invest in current and future high-growth sectors and markets. You will learn which themes are currently in focus and how you can use thematic ETFs to align your portfolio with long-term opportunities.

   Speaker: Gregg Guerin, Senior Product Specialist, First Trust
   Language: English

Active ETFs are becoming increasingly popular and offer traditional fund providers the opportunity to benefit directly or indirectly via white label platforms from the distribution opportunities of the ETF market. Investors, in turn, gain access to a wider variety of low-cost active investment strategies. What is driving the demand for active ETFs and what added value do active strategies offer?

Panelists
Jürgen Blumberg, COO EMEA, Goldman Sachs ETF Accelerator
Ivan Durdevic, Head of ETF Distribution for Germany, Switzerland and Austria at J.P. Morgan AM

Climbing the European ETF Data Mountain: Securing the Best View

Scaling the European ETF data mountain requires a blend of understanding, analysis, and strategic decision-making. By leveraging the right tools and staying informed, investors can secure a panoramic view of opportunities and make well-informed investment choices.

Speaker: Dr. Pawel Janus, co-founder and head of analytics, ETFbook
Language: English

Until a few years ago, the European ETF market was dominated by institutional investors. Since the pandemic, however, investor behavior in Europe has changed significantly, especially in Germany, where demand for savings plans is growing rapidly. We discuss the background to this trend and how interest in long-term wealth accumulation with ETFs can be further encouraged.

Panelists
Markus Jordan, Founder and publisher of Extra-Magazin
Sven Schumann, Expert in economic and financial education, Deutsche Börse Group
Rudolf Siebel, BVI Managing Director

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