The 2026 Annual Review, “Towards Simpler, More Efficient Capital Markets in Europe”, highlights AFME’s role in advancing policies that strengthen Europe’s competitiveness, deepen market integration and support economic growth.
Over the past year, AFME worked closely with policymakers, regulators and members to help shape key initiatives including banking sector competitiveness reforms, the Market Integration & Supervision Package, securitisation and digital finance, among others.
Through evidence-based advocacy, technical expertise and industry collaboration, AFME championed practical solutions to reduce unnecessary complexity, unlock investment and enhance the efficiency, resilience and global competitiveness of Europe’s financial markets.
AFME remains committed to ensuring that capital markets continue to play a central role in funding businesses, supporting innovation and delivering long-term growth across Europe.