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May 2024
International Investors’ Conference in Vilnius | Shaping the Future of Finance
The Lithuanian Investors Association and BETTER FINANCE, the European Federation of Investors and Financial Services Users, are organising the annual BETTER FINANCE International Investors’ Conference, scheduled to take place in Vilnius on May 30, 2024. The conference, titled "Vilnius 2024 | Shaping the Future of Finance," will delve into various topics encompassing European and Baltic Capital Markets, the Capital Markets Union, European and Baltic FinTechs, the role of AI in finance, and Crypto Assets. For further information, refer to the…
Find out more »October 2024
BETTER FINANCE Participates at the Joint ESAs Consumer Protection Day
On 3 October 2024, the three European Supervisory Authorities: the European Banking Authority (EBA), the European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority (EIOPA) and the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) are organising their 11th Consumer Protection Day. The theme of the event will be “Empowering EU Consumers: fair access to the future of financial services”. BETTER FINANCE will be speaking at the event, represented by Aleksandra Mączyńska, BETTER FINANCE Managing Director. The final programme and a link to register for…
Find out more »Conference | Building Financial Futures: Promoting Shareholder Engagement and Financial Literacy
On 4 October 2024, BETTER FINANCE, in collaboration with the World Federation of Investors and its member organisation New Savers, will host a conference on promoting shareholder engagement and financial literacy. This event promises to bring together leading experts and stakeholders in the fields of finance and investment. The conference, being held in Milan, Italy, will feature: several keynote speeches from leaders within the finance industry a round table discussion on Investor Access to Shares and Mutual Funds – The…
Find out more »BETTER FINANCE participates at 13th Annual EU Financial Regulation Conference
On 16 October 2024, lawmakers, civil society, and the industry will gather at the EU Financial Regulation Conference for the 13th time. This year, the conference will discuss how the global economic changes influence Europe's financial sector, how digitalisation is sweeping the EU financial industry, as well as what the future of European financial regulation holds. For more information about the programme, please check the website. BETTER FINANCE will be speaking at the event, represented by Guillaume Prache, Founder and…
Find out more »November 2024
Will You Afford to Retire? | Unveiling the Threats to Your Retirement
Launch of BETTER FINANCE’s 12th Annual Pensions Report Join us for a crucial press conference as BETTER FINANCE unveils the 12th edition of its highly anticipated annual pensions report this November. This year’s findings bring to light a troubling long-term trend that highlights the precarious state of pensions, and offer critical insights into how hidden costs, asset allocation inefficiencies, and inflation are reshaping your retirement prospects and long-term savings. Our report reveals how widespread issues are affecting savers across Europe,…
Find out more »Activate Your Money – Book Launch
On 14 November 2024, BETTER FINANCE will launch the newly adapted editions of Activate Your Money by Janine Firpo, tailored specifically for readers in France, Germany, Poland, and Spain. The event will celebrate the launch of these country-specific editions that provide practical, actionable advice on how individuals from these respective countries can align their finances with their values and invest in a more sustainable future. Authored by financial expert Janine Firpo, and localised and translated by BETTER FINANCE in collaboration…
Find out more »Retirement Week 2024 | Future-Proofing Pensions: Creating Sustainable and Adequate Private Retirement Systems in Europe
Date | 28 November 2024 | Venue | Hanse Office, Brussels European Retirement Week, taking place annually in the last week of November, provides a platform for a wide range of stakeholders to debate the future of pensions in Europe and raise citizens' awareness of the need to save for retirement and achieve pension adequacy. This year, the European Retirement Week will be held from 25-29 November 2024. As part of the week's activities, on 28 November BETTER FINANCE will…
Find out more »December 2024
International Investors’ Conference | Europe at a Crossroads – Are We Still Competitive?
On 10 December 2024, BETTER FINANCE in collaboration with its member organisation DSW - Deutsche Schutzvereinigung für Wertpapierbesitz, will host their bi-annual International Investors Conference. This event promises to bring together leading experts and stakeholders in the field of finance and investment. Programme 9:05 | Registration 9:15 | Welcome address 9:30 | Opening speech Natasha Cazenave, European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) 10:00 | Turning challenges into opportunities Chat with Burkhard Lohr, CEO K+S Moderator: Marc Tüngler, DSW (moderator) 10:30…
Find out more »February 2025
Aleksandra Maczynska speaking at ESMA’s conference “Shaping the Future of EU Capital Markets”
Aleksandra Maczynska, Managing Director of BETTER FINANCE, will be speaking at ESMA’s conference “Shaping the Future of EU Capital Markets.” The conference will focus on the importance of developing the European Savings and Investment Union and key priority areas for the coming years to ensure its success for EU citizens and businesses. The conference's programme will feature panel discussions on: Defining the vision for EU capital markets under the SIU project The conference will explore developing effective and attractive EU…
Find out more »Press Conference – Seeking Justice for European Investors: Collective Redress in the Fiat Chrysler Emissions Scandal
Date: 12 February 2025 | Time: 11:00 | Virtual Conference (Zoom) BETTER FINANCE invites you to one of the most significant investor protection cases in Europe: the Fiat Chrysler (now Stellantis) emissions scandal. This press briefing will unpack the critical need for robust redress mechanisms for individual investors in the EU and provide exclusive insights from legal and financial experts at the forefront of this case. Register Here for the Press Conference Programme Opening Remarks Matis Joab, Executive Director, BETTER…
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