Unlocking Growth: Financial Markets and the Competitiveness of Europe

The Draghi report on the EU’s competitiveness points to an estimated annual investment gap of around €750–800 billion, referring to the additional capital needed each year to support Europe’s economic transformation and maintain its position in the global economy.

Against a backdrop of increasing geopolitical fragmentation, this roundtable brings together experts to discuss how Europe can mobilize capital more effectively and strengthen its financial ecosystem. The conversation will focus on practical reforms to foster innovation, deepen capital markets, and enhance European cooperation in support of long-term competitiveness and growth.