Webinar: The Evolving Landscape Of European ETFs (Video)

Brian Higgins, Shane Coveney and Tara O’Callaghan from Dillon Eustace were joined by Antonette Kleiser of BBH and James Carberry of Virtu Financial to discuss:

• Current trends and insights on the European ETF market

• Entering the European ETF market

• What authorised participants are looking for from their ETF partner

• Using European exchanges to optimise distribution

Key Takeaways from the Webinar

• European ETF market growth continues to accelerate, surpassing €3 trillion AUM, with Ireland maintaining its position as the leading ETF domicile and expected to benefit further from increased retail participation and product innovation.

• Strong shift toward active ETFs , driven by demand for flexibility, risk control, income, and low‑volatility strategies.

• Rising interest in private market ETFs, ETF share class structures, and tokenisation, highlighting investor appetite for innovative ETF wrappers and hybrid fund models across Europe, the US, and Asia.

• Recent regulatory and market developments - including UK OFR access, Euronext ETF Europe, Deutsche Börse process simplification, and Hong Kong–Ireland fast‑track approval - are expanding ETF distribution, listings, and cross‑border trading opportunities.

• For new issuers, selecting the right entry model- ensuring strong AP engagement and distribution strategies are essential for successful European ETF launches.

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