3 July 2025

Moderator: Annette Weisbach, Financial Journalist and Moderator

• Robbert Booij, CEO, Eurex Frankfurt AG

• ABN AMRO Clearing speaker to be announced

European derivatives markets face a critical juncture. Join us for a timely discussion on navigating the complexities of a changing geopolitical environment, including the recently implemented EMIR 3.0 and the ongoing development of the Capital Markets Savings Union. This panel will analyze the impact of these changes on investment strategies within Europe and explore actionable solutions to bolster the global competitiveness of European derivatives markets.

• What opportunities exist?

• What challenges remain?

• What strategies do we need to enhance the attractiveness and resilience of European derivatives?

Moderator: Annette Weisbach, Financial Journalist and Moderator

Speakers:
• Roelof Salomons, Chief Investment Strategist, Managing Director, BlackRock
• Robbert Booij, CEO, Eurex Frankfurt AG
• More speakers to be announced

The derivatives industry is on the cusp of a revolution driven by Artificial Intelligence. Join this fireside chat as leading experts delve into how AI reshapes trading strategies and risk management. This discussion will explore AI's opportunities and challenges, offering valuable insights for anyone involved in this evolving landscape.

What are the buy side's key considerations in today's dynamic options market? Join leading buy-side professionals for a discussion on the latest trends, including a deep dive into the world of options and a comparison of the advantages and disadvantages of OTC versus listed options.

• What are the primary drivers shaping the buy side's current approach to options trading?

• What are the specific opportunities and challenges presented by options?

• Under what circumstances do buy-side firms prefer OTC options over listed options?

Moderator: Philipp Schultze, Head of Sales Western & Southern Europe, Eurex

Speakers:
• Paul van der Meer, Head of Derivatives Sales Europe, IMC Trading
• More speakers will be announced soon

Retail investors are increasingly using sophisticated financial instruments, including derivatives. This panel brings together leading experts to analyze the current state of retail derivatives trading in Europe, exploring opportunities and challenges for growth. Join us as we discuss the evolving landscape and the roles of brokers, exchanges, and market makers in shaping the future of retail investment.

• How do retail investors currently interact with European derivatives?

• How can Europe stimulate more retail participation? What is the role of different players (brokers, exchanges, market makers)?

• Is regulation fit for purpose as it relates to retail investors trading listed derivatives?
  

Moderator: Mezhgan Qabool, Director, Head of Sales Europe, Eurex
Speakers:
To be announced soon

Geopolitical risks, supply chain disruptions, and the growth of renewables are transforming global commodity markets. This panel will explore the key trends impacting everything from cacao to coffee, delve into the evolving European and global energy markets, and examine emerging opportunities in renewable energy and carbon transactions.

• How have geopolitical risk, supply chain disruptions, and shifts in demand affected the global commodity markets?

• How are the energy markets developing?

• Opportunities in renewable energy and carbon transactions?

24/7 trading, digitization, and rising retail participation are transforming multi-asset trading. This panel explores how diversification helps traders to manage risk and optimize returns in this evolving market. We'll examine the growing trend of multi-asset dealing desks and discuss key market infrastructure developments, including buy-side liquidity, enhanced equity market efficiency, the role of benchmarks, and robust post-trade services. Join us for a forward-looking discussion on the future of multi-asset trading.

• What are the key advantages of a multi-asset approach in today's dynamic market?

• Why are more firms merging their asset-class trading desks?

• How can you ensure best execution and a specialist service for each asset class on a multi-asset desk?

• How are trading strategies evolving to leverage the benefits and address the challenges of multi-asset trading in a rapidly changing landscape?

Venue: Gustavino