The Future of Financial Services

Governments around the world are struggling with how to regulate markets in order to avoid a repeat of the recent financial crisis, but without hampering economic recovery or hindering the competitiveness of their financial services. Following US President Barack Obama’s recent proposals - which surprised the global banking industry with their severity - will other countries feel more inclined to strongly rein in their banks?

A select group of 20 leaders from banking and insurance will join David Shirreff, Britain Business Correspondent, The Economist, to review the outlook for the financial services industry, at this exclusive dinner.

Discussions will centre around:

Changing of the guard - In this election year, what impact could a change in government have on the regulatory regime in the UK?

A parting of ways - Will we witness the separation of investment banking from retail banking? How could this impact financial firms in the UK, which are acknowledged global leaders?

The customer is always right - With public anger over bank bailouts and bonuses, will banks be forced to change their ways to avoid a customer backlash?

Access to finance - What are banks doing to shore up their own balance sheets while still providing the access to finance for UK business demanded by the government?

A drinks reception will commence at 18.30 with the meeting starting at 19.15. The conversation will be held under Chatham House rule, and a discussion paper will be produced following the meeting. The dinner will close at 21.45.

Please contact us to register your interest.