The largest capital markets event in the Baltics – Baltic Capital Markets Conference 2024 to be held in Riga

For the third year in a row, the Baltic Capital Markets Conference, the largest capital markets event in the Baltics, will take place on 7 November at the ATTA Centre in Riga. The conference will continue to emphasize the importance and growth prospects of the Baltic capital markets. National and international policymakers, financial institution representatives, local entrepreneurs, and investment experts will gather to discuss to discuss current developments in the Baltic and European capital markets, the investment climate and their role in economic growth.

The conference will be divided into five panel discussions, which will address a variety of topics and issues, such as whether it is wise for companies to IPO in uncertain times, whether individuals are becoming the new institutional investors, how capital markets can help unlock the growth potential of state and municipal corporations, and an expert view or an outsider’s perspective on the Baltic capital market locally and globally.

The event will showcase 40 leading experts, including Kaarel Ots, CEO of Nasdaq Baltic Exchanges; Roland Chai, President of Nasdaq European Market Services; Marina Kotkas, Partner at COBALT; Rūdolfs Eņģelis, Partner at Sorainen; Māris Vainovskis, Managing Partner at Eversheds Sutherland Bitāns; and Andreas Heinzmann, Partner at GSK Stockmann, and others.

Among the keynote speakers will also be Modestas Sudinas, Chairman of the Board at Eleving Group; Danel Freiberg, Head of Resource Management at Eesti Energia; and Aleksei Avanessov, CFO of Mapon, who will share their companies’ experiences in capital markets.

“A strong capital market is essential for attracting productive investments to the economy and fostering sustainable growth. Capital markets provide funding for growing companies and opportunities for individuals to build savings and prosperity for the future. The Baltic and Nordic regions have made significant strides in market integration than many other European countries. Nasdaq offers a unified listing for Baltic companies, and the region has a consolidated securities depository servicing Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, and Iceland. Most importantly, we have successfully created a unified MSCI Baltic Index, enhancing the region’s visibility. We must continue working to ensure more companies, including state and municipal enterprises, take advantage of financing opportunities in the capital markets,” emphasizes Arvils Ašeradens, Minister for Finance of the Republic of Latvia.

“The Baltic capital market has experienced dynamic growth over the past four years, establishing a strong foundation for future development. More local companies have already embarked on their capital market journeys, and many others plan to do so. I am pleased that the significance of the conference grows each year, and it has become an integral part of our region’s financial ecosystem, reflecting the increasing importance of the capital market for the economic development of the Baltic states. This conference fosters valuable discussions that help realize our shared ambitions for capital market development,” highlights Roberts Idelsons, Chairman of the Board at Signet Bank.

The conference is organized by COBALT, Eversheds Sutherland Bitāns, GSK Stockmann, Signet Bank, and Sorainen. Supporting partners include KPMG, LHV, Nasdaq, the Finance Latvia Association, Altum, and media partners Delfi, Dienas Bizness, Investoru Klubs, and Radio SWH.

About the Baltic Capital Markets Conference

The Baltic Capital Markets Conference has been held annually since 2022 and is the largest capital markets event in the Baltic States, bringing together leading industry professionals, investment specialists, and regulators from Latvia, Lithuania, and Estonia, as well as international experts. The conference aims to promote the development and growth of capital markets in the Baltic region by providing a platform for the exchange of views, experiences, and strategic solutions. In 2023, the conference received the Nasdaq Baltic Excellence Award in the “Event of the Year” category in Latvia, underscoring its significance and impact on the region’s financial markets.