Derivatives Forum Amsterdam 2025
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We're excited to announce our next Derivatives Forum Amsterdam, co-hosted with ABN AMRO Clearing Bank, in July 2025! Join us at this key European hub for proprietary trading and reconnect with your peers. This year's program focuses on topics shaping the future of derivatives, including:
- Market challenges in the context of global trends
- Buy-side perspectives on option trading
- The evolution of retail trading
- Commodity markets and the rise of power trading
- Multi-asset trading opportunities
Derivatives Forum Amsterdam 2025 will be an in-person event, enabling you to take full advantage of exclusive networking opportunities with your peers and a great opportunity to visit the Netherlands and plan your meetings around this event.
Join us:
- Date: Thursday, 3 July 2025, 09:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Location: ABN AMRO Corporate Headquarters
9:00-10:00 Registration |
10:00 - 10:05 Welcome & Housekeeping |
10:05 - 10:15 Welcome speech
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10:15 - 11:00 Panel: Unlocking Potential - Investing in European Derivatives European derivatives markets face a critical juncture. Join us for a timely discussion on navigating the complexities of a changing geopolitical environment, including the recently implemented EMIR 3.0 and the ongoing development of the Capital Markets Savings Union. This panel will analyze the impact of these changes on investment strategies within Europe and explore actionable solutions to bolster the global competitiveness of European derivatives markets.
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11:00 – 11:20 Fireside Chat: AI in Derivatives The derivatives industry is on the cusp of a revolution driven by Artificial Intelligence. Join this fireside chat as leading experts delve into how AI reshapes trading strategies and risk management. This discussion will explore AI's opportunities and challenges, offering valuable insights for anyone involved in this evolving landscape Moderator: Annette Weisbach, Financial Journalist and Moderator |
11:20 - 11:45 Coffee break |
11:45 - 12:30 Panel: Navigating Market Trends - Buyside Perspectives in Options Trading What are the buy side's key considerations in today's dynamic options market? Join leading buy-side professionals for a discussion on the latest trends, including a deep dive into the world of options and a comparison of the advantages and disadvantages of OTC versus listed options.
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12:30 - 13:30 Lunch sponsored by Optiver |
13:30 - 14:15 Panel: The Evolution of Retail Trading: Navigating Change in a Dynamic Landscape Retail investors are increasingly using sophisticated financial instruments, including derivatives. This panel brings together leading experts to analyze the current state of retail derivatives trading in Europe, exploring opportunities and challenges for growth. Join us as we discuss the evolving landscape and the roles of brokers, exchanges, and market makers in shaping the future of retail investment.
Moderator: Mezhgan Qabool, Director, Head of Sales Europe, Eurex Speakers: • To be announced soon |
14:15 - 15:00 Panel: Commodity markets & the rise of POWER Geopolitical risks, supply chain disruptions, and the growth of renewables are transforming global commodity markets. This panel will explore the key trends impacting everything from cacao to coffee, delve into the evolving European and global energy markets, and examine emerging opportunities in renewable energy and carbon transactions.
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15:00 - 15:30 Coffee break |
15:30 - 15:50 Fireside Chat |
15:50 - 16:35 Panel: The evolution of multi-asset trading: trends, technologies, and best practices 24/7 trading, digitization, and rising retail participation are transforming multi-asset trading. This panel explores how diversification helps traders to manage risk and optimize returns in this evolving market. We'll examine the growing trend of multi-asset dealing desks and discuss key market infrastructure developments, including buy-side liquidity, enhanced equity market efficiency, the role of benchmarks, and robust post-trade services. Join us for a forward-looking discussion on the future of multi-asset trading.
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16:35 - 16:40 Closing remarks |
16:40 - 19:00 Networking drinks, sponsored by IMC Venue: Gustavino |
