The development of Baltic capital markets plays a crucial role in driving regional economic growth and strengthening business competitiveness. Now in its fifth year, the conference has established itself as a leading platform for discussing access to capital, investment opportunities and the future development of financial markets across the region.
This year's programme will focus on the development of Baltic equity and debt markets, attracting international investors, modernising capital market infrastructure and exploring the impact of emerging technologies on financial services. Discussions will also address the role of institutional investors, opportunities for businesses to access financing and the steps needed to build a more integrated and competitive Baltic capital market.
BDO's Global Expertise: Exploring the Future of Securities Settlement
One of the conference's key discussions will be the BDO-led panel “Future of Securities Settlement”, taking place on 5 November at 14:20, focusing on how technological innovation is transforming capital market infrastructure.
The discussion will be moderated by Matt Hopkins, Partner – Financial Services at BDO UK, who leads the EMEA Fintech Strategy Group and serves on BDO Global's Fintech Steering Committee. With more than 20 years of experience in financial markets, Matt advises financial institutions and fintech companies on digital assets, payments, digital banking and capital market transactions.
The panel will explore how blockchain technology, tokenisation and digital securities could transform securities settlement processes, as well as how Baltic capital markets can prepare for an increasingly digital financial environment.
Joining the discussion will be:
- Indars Aščuks, Vice President, Nasdaq & CEO, Nasdaq CSD;
- Jens Hachmeister, Managing Director, Clearstream Holding AG;
- Mārtiņš Šulte, CEO and Co-Founder, Mintos.
Join us at Baltic Capital Markets Conference 2026 and be part of the conversation shaping the future of Baltic capital markets!