Future of Asset Management CEE (Central and Eastern Europe)

Central and Eastern Europe’s asset management industry is undergoing a period of structural change. Positioned between mature Western European hubs and growing regional markets, Central and Eastern Europe presents a complex mix of growth opportunity and fragmentation. 

Institutional capital, particularly from pension systems and insurers, continues to shape market development, while rising household wealth is gradually expanding the retail investor base. At the same time, asset managers must navigate uneven market maturity, evolving regulation and increasing integration with broader European capital markets. 

Although often grouped together, CEE markets are developing at varying rates and are being shaped by distinct local dynamics. Poland has emerged as the region’s dominant asset management market, accounting for more than 40% of CEE AUM and experiencing strong growth in pension assets and retail investment participation. Meanwhile, the Czech Republic has established itself as a mature regional hub with growing interest in qualified investor funds and digital investment strategies, while Croatia and the Baltic states are attracting capital through infrastructure, sustainable real estate and alternative investment opportunities.

Against this backdrop, firms are rethinking how to scale, distribute products and compete across a region where banks remain dominant and cross-border strategies are becoming more important. The Future of Asset Management Central and Eastern Europe event will explore how both regional and global firms are exploring opportunities for growth whilst navigating the challenges of operating in a more fragmented region. 

This flagship event will convene senior leaders from CEE’s top firms to share strategic insights, benchmark approaches to growth and distribution, and examine the key trends shaping the future of asset management across the region. 

Learn

How to build resilient partnerships that drive long-term sustainable development across the continent

Meet

CEOs from banks and asset managers, government ministers and international investors that you can't meet anywhere else

Discover

How macroeconomic trends are shaping investment decisions and how to remain competitive

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Regional Growth & Market Opportunity

Where are the strongest investment opportunities across Central and Eastern Europe, and what is driving regional expansion?

Asset Allocation & Product Innovation

How are managers evolving portfolios through ETFs, private markets and outcome-oriented solutions to meet changing investor needs?

Distribution & Client Demand

How are banks, platforms and wealth channels adapting to shifting patterns in retail, affluent and institutional demand?

Regulation & Market Structure

How are regulatory developments and supervisory frameworks shaping competition, cross-border activity and market stability?

Technology & Operating Models

How are digital transformation, AI and new operating models improving efficiency, scalability and client outcomes?

Resilience, Talent & the Future of the Industry

How are firms building resilience, rethinking talent and leadership, and maintaining profitability in a more complex, lower-margin environment?

Speaking Opportunities

Felicity Primrose 
felicity.primrose@ft.com

Sponsorship Opportunities 

Rachel Padhiar

rachel.padhiar@ft.com