Verena Ross' Keynote Speech at the Belgian Financial Forum 24 October 2025
· Verena Ross, Chair of the European Securities and Markets Authority (European Union)
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VR · Verena Ross Wiki · European Securities and Markets Authority WikiVerena Ross' Keynote Speech at the Belgian Financial Forum 24 October 2025ContextKeynote by the ESMA Chair at the Belgian Financial Forum in Brussels, invited by Febelfin, the Belgian financial sector federation.
Why it mattersThe ESMA Chair presents the savings and investments union to Belgian finance professionals.
Problems raised- Europe saves a lot but invests too little productively.
- Defence, digital and green transitions need funding.
- Retail investors face barriers to accessing products.
Solutions proposed- Build the savings and investments union.
- Support the EU financial literacy strategy.
- Ease retail access to markets while keeping investor protection.
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