RBC Capital Markets | Global Financial Institutions Conference 2025

In 2025, the financial sector enters the year being well capitalized, profitable and poised for growth. From evaluating consumer financial resilience, navigating fluctuating interest rates and credit conditions, to interpreting the ramifications of the recent U.S. election and the ever-shifting landscape of global geopolitics, the sector remains dynamic. How will Financial Institutions adapt to the evolving Federal Reserve monetary policies, expected tectonic shift in the regulatory environment and burgeoning realm of private credit?

Economy and Interest Rates

Geopolitical Landscape

Generative AI and Innovation

The Evolution of Private Credit

Bank Consolidation and M&A

Keynote Speakers

Dave McKay

Dave McKay

President and Chief Executive Officer, RBC

Larry Fink

Larry Fink

Chairman & Chief Executive Officer, BlackRock, Inc.

Derek Neldner

Derek Neldner

Chief Executive Officer & Group Head, RBC Capital Markets

Helima Croft

Helima Croft

Head of Global Commodity Strategy & MENA Research

Frances Donald

Frances Donald

Chief Economist, RBC

Fred Kempe

Fred Kempe

President and Chief Executive Officer, Atlantic Council

Matthew Stopnik

Matthew Stopnik

Head of Global Investment Banking, RBC Capital Markets

James Zelter

James Zelter

President, Apollo Global Management, Inc.

Doug Ostrover

Doug Ostrover

Co-Chief Executive Officer, Blue Owl Capital Inc.

Featured Analysts

Gerard Cassidy

Global Co-Head of Financials Research, Head of US Bank Strategy

Anke Reingen

Global Co-Head of Financials Research, European Banks Analyst

Jon Arfstrom

Financial Services Analyst, Associate Director of US Research

Scott Heleniak

Insurance Analyst

Kenneth Lee

US Asset Managers, BDCs and Mortgage REIT Analyst

Darko Mihelic

Canadian Banks and Life Insurance Analyst

Ashish Sabadra

Software Analyst

Benjamin Toms

Director European Banks Research

Frances Donald

Chief Economist, RBC

Lori Calvasina

Global Head of Equity Strategy

Insights

Insights

Trade and tariffs: Latest analysis and global impacts

Get the latest analysis on how tariffs may impact the economy, markets, and industries.

Insights

Can we meet the energy demands of AI?

While artificial intelligence is poised to change many aspects of our lives, it will also require an enormous amount of energy....

Insights

Global M&A outlook: Confidence meets caution

What are the prospects for global M&A activity in 2025, as a new administration sweeps to power in the U.S.?

Insights

2025 Outlook

Navigate the year ahead with ideas and insights on the economy, markets, industries and deal activity from our capital markets...

FAQs

What are the dates for the conference in 2025?

March 4–5^th, 2025

How can I register and attend the conference?

Participation in this event is by invitation only. Please contact your RBC Institutional Salesperson for additional details.

Can I receive a copy of the agenda?

The agenda is only available to registered guests.

Are company presentations available via webcast or livestream for those unable to attend?

Yes. You may obtain this information from your RBC Institutional Salesperson.