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Rethinking retirement in Europe

Rethinking retirement in Europe

5m 51s

In this episode, David Zackenfels explains why the EU is putting new weight on supplementary pensions, what is changing under the Savings and Investment Union, and where the debate now sits on auto-enrolment, PEPP reform, pension tracking and cross-border solutions.

Where can Luxembourg win next?

Where can Luxembourg win next?

16m 6s

In this episode of the Annual Report podcast series, ALFI CEO Serge Weyland and ALFI CMO Brita Borneff discuss where Luxembourg’s next phase of growth could come from.

Connecting savings with Europe’s economy

Connecting savings with Europe’s economy

10m 10s

In this podcast episode of the ALFI annual report, Serge Weyland, CEO of ALFI, outlines what it will take for Europe to move from a culture of saving to one of investing. He points to the obstacles that continue to hold retail investors back, including low levels of financial literacy, limited access to suitable products and a broader risk averse investment culture.

ALFI experts behind the headlines

ALFI experts behind the headlines

4m 13s

In this episode we look at how ALFI strengthened its media presence over the past year and reinforced its role as a trusted source of industry expertise.

Investing in education

Investing in education

4m 39s

In this interview, Miriam Henke shares how ALFI is supporting two new master’s programmes with McGill University and the University of Luxembourg to help build future talent for the financial sector.

Fund tokenisation: from experimentation to scale

Fund tokenisation: from experimentation to scale

12m 3s

In this episode of the ALFI podcast annual report series, Mihaela speaks with Isadora Pardo about why fund tokenisation is moving from concept to market practice. Isadora explains how distributed ledger technology, regulatory progress and growing industry demand are creating the right conditions for tokenised fund structures to develop in a more meaningful and scalable way.

NextGen is rising to the challenge

NextGen is rising to the challenge

4m 27s

This episode gives an update on the NextGen initiative, which was launched to bring young professionals into the heart of Luxembourg’s fund industry. Sandra Saucourt speaks about how the community has grown, how engagement is evolving, and what topics matter most to the next generation. The conversation highlights how young talent is making a path in the industry and contributing to its development.

From investor education to engagement

From investor education to engagement

8m 51s

In this episode, Matteo Candolfini, co-chair of the ALFI Investor Forum, joins the discussion on why investor education is a cornerstone of retail participation in European capital markets. From policy tools to practical solutions, he shares how the public and private sectors can bridge the gap between financial awareness and action, helping more people invest confidently, and in the long term.

Luxembourg positions for growth

Luxembourg positions for growth

8m 46s

In this episode, ALFI’s CEO Serge Weyland and Chairperson Jean-Marc Goy discuss key trends in the fund industry: the rise of active ETFs, Luxembourg’s competitive edge, regulatory updates, and the growing role of private assets. They also cover how the industry is aligning with Europe’s Savings and Investments Union and outline future priorities for Luxembourg as a global fund centre.

Regulatory shifts and industry priorities

Regulatory shifts and industry priorities

14m 45s

In this podcast episode, ALFI Deputy CEO, Corinne Lamesch is joined by colleagues David Zackenfels, Susanne Weismüller, and Sara Marpino for a guided tour of 2024’s most impactful regulatory files. From ELTIF 2.0 and AIFMD II to new AML rules and fund financing, the discussion highlights Luxembourg’s role in shaping EU frameworks and supporting market readiness. A practical look at how regulation meets market practice.