LPA at Finanzplatztag 2025: Digitalisation, Regulation, and Market Opportunities for Asset Managers

The Finanzplatztag 2025, hosted by Börsen-Zeitung, once again highlighted the key challenges and opportunities facing the German and European financial markets. The main topics included the digital transformation of the industry, regulatory developments, and geopolitical risks. Sebastian Höft, Global Director of Sales Asset Management at LPA, attended the event to engage with industry experts and decision-makers, discussing future-oriented developments and showcasing LPA’s solutions for asset managers.

Digitalisation as a Key Competitive Factor

Discussions with Fabian Fischer (Bundesbank) and Valentin Roth (Upvest) emphasised that Germany must accelerate the digital transformation of its financial market to remain competitive on an international level. Automation and digital solutions play a crucial role in reducing regulatory and operational burdens.

LPA addresses these needs with Capmatix AM:

• Automated document generation to reduce operational costs.
• Regulatory compliance solutions for efficient implementation of new requirements.
• Scalable digital processes to enhance productivity.

Regulatory Developments: Efficiency Instead of Deregulation

Regulation was a key topic at the event. Professor Dr Claudia Buch (ECB) highlighted the necessity of increasing regulatory efficiency without compromising financial market stability.

Key aspects for asset managers:

• Further development of the Capital Markets Union to strengthen cross-border business.
• Investment in IT infrastructures to ensure operational resilience.
• High demands from CRR III and Solvency II require efficient RegTech solutions.

With Capmatix AM, LPA supports asset managers in implementing regulatory requirements efficiently and reducing operational costs.

Geopolitical Risks and Their Impact on the Financial Sector

Geopolitical uncertainties and their influence on capital markets were another focal point. Discussions covered topics such as:

• The impact of geopolitical tensions on financing strategies.
• The necessity of a strategic evolution of the European financial market.
• Adaptation to changing Basel requirements for risk management.

Through digital and automated compliance solutions, LPA provides asset managers with the necessary flexibility to respond effectively to these challenges.

Competitiveness of Germany’s Financial Centre

The panel discussion featuring Souâd Benkredda (DZ Bank), Dr Stephan Leithner (Deutsche Börse), Anja Mikus (KENFO), Dr Bettina Orlopp (Commerzbank), Tobias Vogel (UBS), and Stefan Wintels (KFW) addressed key questions concerning the future of Germany’s financial centre:

• Should Germany’s 1,200 banks consolidate to increase competitiveness?
• How can the European securitisation market be strengthened?
• What are the implications of new UCITS regulations and Solvency II for investments?

Digital Assets & Blockchain: Opportunities and Regulatory Challenges

The growing significance of digital assets and blockchain technologies was another major topic. Regulatory frameworks such as MiCAR and the eWpHG are establishing initial standards, but market penetration remains low.

Key takeaways:

• Tokenised assets could introduce new financing options for SMEs.
• A more precise regulatory framework is needed to attract institutional investors.
• Technology-driven asset management solutions are crucial to unlocking the full potential of digital assets.

Insightful discussions with Dr Duc Au, Michael Duttlinger, Dr Alexander Bechtel, Dr Johannes Schmitt, Christian Wölke, Constantin Lisson, Christian-Hendrik Knappe, and Regine Fischer-Wendland underscored the need for further innovation.

Conclusion: Enhancing Efficiency as a Competitive Advantage for Asset Managers

The discussions at Finanzplatztag 2025 highlighted that asset managers are facing increasingly complex regulatory and economic challenges. The key to success will be balancing efficiency improvements with market stability.

With Capmatix AM, LPA offers a proven solution that:

• Automates regulatory processes and reduces costs,
• Enhances operational resilience through digital workflows,
• Helps asset managers adapt to regulatory and economic changes.

As a leading company in RegTech and digital transformation, LPA supports its clients in successfully navigating an evolving financial landscape.