Capital Markets Union Key Performance Indicators – Eighth Edition
The Association for Financial Markets in Europe (AFME), in collaboration with eleven other European and international organisations, has today published the eighth edition of the “Capital Markets Union – Key Performance Indicators” report, which assess the EU’s progress in deepening its capital markets as measured by a set of key metrics.
- 1CMU KPICapital Markets Union Key Performance Indicators – Eighth Edition
- 2Press ReleaseSlow Growth in Europe’s Capital Markets, Competitiveness Gap Remains
- 3Data ReasearchAFME Securitisation Data Snapshot Q3 2025
- 4Upcoming EventAFME's Spanish Capital Markets Conference 2026
About AFME
We are the voice of the leading banks in Europe’s financial markets
We represent over 150 leading global and European banks and other significant market players. Our members play a vital role in Europe’s financial ecosystem, underwriting around 90% of European corporate and sovereign debt, and 85% of European listed equity capital issuances.
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- 5000 +Individual AFME membersParticipating in Working Groups & Committees
- 150 +AFME Member FirmsIncluding major global and regional banks
- 2009 The year AFME was founded
- 16 Expert Committees& 100+ Working Groups
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- Capital Markets
- Prudential Regulation & Supervision
- Sustainable Finance
- Digital Innovation
- Compliance & Tax
Capital Markets
To support growth in the EU and UK and to finance the significant investments required for digital and sustainable transformations, AFME advocates for deep, integrated, and competitive capital markets. AFME works with members to address operational and structural barriers, enhance market practices, and ensure that regulation supports both investor protection and market efficiency.
Prudential Regulation & Supervision
AFME’s role is to support member firms and policy makers in the assessment and formulation of prudential policies that are efficient and risk-sensitive while enabling banks to run their business in an internationally-competitive environment. A priority of AFME’s work is to reduce regional prudential fragmentation and to facilitate European and global financial integration.
Sustainable Finance
AFME’s focus is on supporting members through the transition to a sustainable economy. We promote the mobilisation of capital in support of sustainable objectives, with an emphasis on the pivotal role of banks and capital markets.
Digital Innovation
AFME works to facilitate the adoption of digital innovation in capital markets by: developing regulatory positions that enable members to make appropriate use of emerging technologies; supporting the growth of innovation-based market infrastructures; providing members and policy makers with a platform for discussions on the implementation and management of new technologies.
Compliance & Tax
Our European Compliance work focuses on influencing the European regulatory environment to foster a culture of integrity and effective conduct regulation.
Upcoming Events
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AFME's Equities Dinner 2026
AFME’s Equities Dinner is attended by the industry’s most influential and respected figures and represents a unique opportunity to promote your company to key decision-makers and market participants. The evening will be an informal opportunity to network with up to 200 industry professionals and discuss key regulatory developments impacting equity markets with peers and clients.
Sponsorship per table
AFME member: £3,650 + VAT
Non-Member: £3,950 + VAT
How can your business be a part of AFME’s signature Equities Dinner 2026?
As a partner you could:
- Invite clients and colleagues to be a part of your table for the evening
- Host your own table of 10 and drive conversations
- Meet potential clients and new contacts through four hours dedicated to networking
- Build your profile through a number of branding and exhibiting opportunities
Packages can be tailor-made to suit your company's aim and aspirations. To discuss particular opportunities, please contact Safiya Merrique at [email protected] or on +44 (0)792 022 1216The Dorchester05 March 2026 - EventConference
AFME's Spanish Capital Markets Conference 2026
AFME’s Annual Spanish Capital Markets Conference in Madrid is the leading forum for senior industry leaders, policy makers, and regulators shaping the future of Spain’s financial markets. Now in its 17th year, the event brings together key stakeholders to discuss the trends, opportunities, and challenges driving Spain’s capital markets within the broader European and global context.
This year’s agenda will explore a wide range of topics across fixed income - with a strong focus on securitisation - equities, ESG, digital transformation, and prudential policy. Delegates will gain valuable insights into the latest regulatory developments, market innovations, and growth strategies that are shaping the next phase of Spain’s financial ecosystem.
The conference fosters high-level constructive dialogue between AFME members, regulators, and solution providers around how capital markets can drive Spain’s economic growth.
Super early bird fee, ends 14th January 2026
AFME member Super Early bird: €419 + VAT
Non-member Super Early bird: €599+ VAT
Multi-booking discount:
• 10% off when booking 3 or more delegates at the same time
• 20% off when booking 5 or more delegates at the same time
Multi booking discounts can be applied at check out for group bookings.
Complimentary subject to verification:
• Investor: promo code INVESTOR
• Regulator: promo code REGULATOR
• Press: promo code PRESS
Note: Promo codes are case sensitive
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AFME's European Financial Integration Conference 2026
AFME is delighted to announce the return of the European Financial Integration Conference, taking place on 19–20 May 2026 in Frankfurt.
Held in one of Europe’s key financial centres, this prestigious event will bring together top policymakers, industry leaders, and influential figures from the regulatory and business communities for a day and a half of insightful discussions and engaging content.
Against the backdrop of evolving macroeconomic and geopolitical dynamics, and in the context of ongoing efforts to deepen financial integration, this year’s conference will focus on practical steps to accelerate progress towards a more integrated European financial market.
Central to our agenda will be the continued work on the European Savings and Investments Union (SIU) and its role in mobilising private financing to meet Europe’s investment needs. Policymakers and industry experts will explore how to simplify frameworks, strengthen supervisory architecture, and leverage innovation to build deeper, more liquid capital markets. We will also examine the global regulatory perspective and the latest trends shaping market integration.
Key themes include:
- A successful SIU strategy: achievements, priorities, actions
- Delivering on simplification objectives and their relevance for integration
- Leveraging innovation to integrate markets, including the role of DLT and stablecoins
- The supervisory architecture’s contribution to integration, from banking and markets perspectives
- Latest trends in market integration and the macroeconomic and geopolitical backdrop
- The global perspective and role of international fora
Join us in Frankfurt for this pivotal conference and be part of shaping the future of European financial integration.
*This event is free to attend for members. Non member rates can be found below.
Early bird fee ends 10th March 2026
Non-member Early bird: €495+ VAT
Non-member (from 10th March): €695+ VAT
Multi-booking discount:
• 10% off when booking 3 or more delegates at the same time
• 20% off when booking 5 or more delegates at the same time
Multi booking discounts can be applied at check out for group bookings.
Complimentary subject to verification:
• Investor: promo code INVESTOR
• Regulator: promo code REGULATOR
• Press: promo code PRESS
To discuss sponsorship opportunities, please contact Cheryl Chickowski at [email protected] or on +44 (0)7824 874 391.
Read AFME's Press Policy here.The Westin Grand Frankfurt19 May 2026
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We represent wholesale banking from a European perspective, guided by active member firm involvement and expert-led committees that shape our policy, market, and prudential work. Our insights are grounded in evidence-based research, publications, and events, delivered by a team with deep financial markets expertise.
