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A union for Europe’s capital markets: from vision to implementation

Europe is under immense economic, demographic, and geopolitical pressure: above all, Europe must strengthen its resilience and overcome its persistently weak growth. The coming months will be critical in determining whether Europe can safeguard its longterm economic and political capacity to act.

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Spartipps
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The end of the year is approaching

Six tips for saving money, from a no buy month to a digital budget

The new year is an excellent time to set new savings goals. But of course, you probably already know all the classic tips for saving money, from reducing electricity use to cancelling subscriptions. But what about more creative approaches? This article discusses some of the more unusual savings tips for daily life, ones that often become habits. Get inspired to start a new year of savings in 2027!

Bankkonto Todesfall
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In case of death: dealing with bank accounts

There is a lot bureaucracy to deal with if your spouse or another person close to you passes, including dealing with their bank accounts. Will the account be frozen? Who is allowed to pay the bills? When can the heirs access the money?

Kapitalmarkt
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A union for Europe’s capital markets: from vision to implementation

Europe is under immense economic, demographic, and geopolitical pressure: above all, Europe must strengthen its resilience and overcome its persistently weak growth. The coming months will be critical in determining whether Europe can safeguard its longterm economic and political capacity to act.

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Digitaler Euro
Position paper

Five success factors for the establishment of the digital euro

The digital euro is intended to strengthen European sovereignty and independence in payments. Policymakers are therefore keen to introduce it swiftly. However, high complexity and unclear priorities risk undermining these objectives.

 
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Position paper

EU-Market Integration and Supervision Package

Competitive banks and capital markets are essential for Europe’s sovereignty, growth and prosperity. They finance investment in infrastructure, digitalisation, defence and the transition to a sustainable economy. The investment required is high. A large share of this capital must be mobilised from the private sector.

The Association of German Banks in numbers

180

Employees work for the Association of German Banks.

3

locations. We work in Berlin, Brussels and Frankfurt/Main.

181

members are part of our association, mainly private banks operating in Germany.

24

Fintechs are among our members.