Q&A Document: Strengthening Investor Dialogue to Advance Sustainable Growth

This Q&A document delves into the arguments presented by Stephan Leithner, CEO of Deutsche Börse Group, and summarizes the key message: London investor day shows Deutsche Börse Group resilience, profitable growth and strategic case for Allfunds in European markets.

• Q: What is the purpose of Deutsche Börse Group’s investor day in London?
  • A: The investor day in London serves as a platform for Deutsche Börse Group to engage in direct dialogue with institutional investors, discuss business performance, and outline strategic priorities and next steps.

• Q: Why does Deutsche Börse Group emphasize ongoing dialogue with institutional investors?
  • A: Deutsche Börse Group considers continuous engagement with institutional investors crucial to exchange views on market developments, receive constructive feedback, and build long-term confidence in its strategy and execution.

• Q: How does Deutsche Börse Group assess the current market environment?
  • A: According to CEO Stephan Leithner, the market environment is characterized by shifting interest rate expectations, changing market outlooks, and rapidly evolving client needs, making informed and transparent discussions particularly important.

• Q: What aspects of Deutsche Börse Group’s business model were highlighted positively by investors?
  • A: Investors highlighted the resilience and strength of Deutsche Börse Group’s diversified business portfolio, which supports consistent delivery of profitable growth even in dynamic and uncertain markets.

• Q: What is the strategic rationale behind the proposed acquisition of Allfunds?
  • A: The proposed acquisition of Allfunds is intended to create a world-class global leader in fund services by combining complementary capabilities in distribution, custody, and settlement to capture secular growth opportunities.

• Q: How does Deutsche Börse Group expect the Allfunds transaction to create value?
  • A: Deutsche Börse Group expects the combination with Allfunds to enhance fund service capabilities, deliver greater value for clients, and generate long-term benefits for shareholders through improved scale and efficiency.

• Q: What role does the “Leading the Transformation” strategy play in Deutsche Börse Group’s positioning?
  • A: The “Leading the Transformation” strategy frames Deutsche Börse Group’s approach to driving sustainable, long-term growth and reinforces its ambition to shape the future of global financial market infrastructure.

• Q: How did investor feedback influence Deutsche Börse Group’s strategic confidence?
  • A: The thoughtful questions and differentiated feedback from investors reinforced confidence in Deutsche Börse Group’s strategic direction and its ability to execute effectively as a leading market infrastructure provider.