Under the motto "Geopolitics, disruption, economic downturn: what makes banks & fintechs successful now", more than 500 participants from the financial world discussed the current challenges.
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September 2nd and 3rd, 2026, Frankfurt
The summit of the banking scene
Structural change, ongoing geopolitical conflicts, rising credit risks, digital disruption: The market environment for banks and fintechs remains challenging, but also offers plenty of opportunities. Smart (change) management and swift, decisive action are essential.
At the Handelsblatt Banking Summit, we bring together key players from politics, regulatory bodies, the financial sector, and business to discuss concrete solutions to the challenges of the coming years. Look forward to inspiration, best practices, and valuable contacts that will provide you with guidance and a competitive edge.
The first leading thinkers have confirmed their attendance:
Peter Bosek
CEO – Erste Group
Béatrice Cossa-Dumurgier
CEO Western Europe – Revolut
Franz von Metzler
Board of Directors – Bankhaus Metzler
Petri Nikkilä
CEO – Santander Germany & Openbank Europe
Dr. Bettina Orlopp
CEO – Commerzbank
Steven van Rijswijk
CEO – ING Group
Christian Sewing
CEO – Deutsche Bank
The topics
- Trade conflicts, economic slowdown, risk of a multi-bubble: How are banks and fintechs coping with the stress test?
- Investments in arms – from black sheep to booming industry?
- Stablecoins & Co. – Game Changer for the Financial System?
- Agentic AI: Key to the competitiveness of banks and fintechs?
- Germany under pressure: How work, talent and productivity need to be rethought
- Best practices from home and abroad
Exclusive. Inspiring. Up close.
Listen to keynotes and talks and join the discussion: Your strategy update after the summer break
Networking formats where we get you talking: including at round tables, women's lunches, the evening event at Le Panther, etc.
Experience thought leaders on site, meet decision-makers in person: at the conference with the highest density of board members
Summit Specials – even more news & networking for you.
- NEW this year: First Timer Breakfast for all first-time attendees, live translation and networking session for international participants
- 2 Events – 1 Ticket: Create your own individual program from the agenda of the Banking Summit and AI in Banking.
- Live podcast recordings: A glimpse behind the scenes of the editorial team
- Women's Lunch as well as exclusive business lunches
- Handelsblatt Award ceremony For Women in Banking & Fintech – apply now!
- Live Editorial: Behind the Scenes of the Handelsblatt Editorial Team
- Communication Lounge: Inspiration & new contacts
Review of the 2025 Banking Summit
Impressions 2025
Your expertise in the next Handelsblatt Journal
Learn more
Evolutionary leap completed?
AI has long since moved from experimentation to reality for processes and business models, and innovative payment solutions have also found robust use cases. But how can banks and fintechs shape change consistently and sustainably when the market environment is more volatile and customer demands more differentiated than ever?
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