Luxembourg’s Financial Centre Marks a Decade of Growth and Diversification

Luxembourg, August 2025 – The Grand Duchy’s financial centre is celebrating a milestone moment, marking “A Decade of Growth and Diversification.” Over the past ten years, Luxembourg has reinforced its role as a trusted European hub for global financial institutions, building a dynamic ecosystem that connects investors and markets worldwide. Stability, innovation, and diversification have been the cornerstones of this success.

A Broad Financial Landscape
Luxembourg today stands as:

• the home of the global fund industry,
• an international banking hub,
• the EU’s centre for cross-border insurance, and
• a trailblazer in international capital markets.

This wide-ranging expertise demonstrates how strategic diversification has powered sustained growth in the sector.

Recent Milestones
The financial centre’s evolution has been punctuated by significant developments in 2025:

• July 29 – dtcpay received approval from the CSSF for EMI activities, boosting electronic money services.
• July 21 – The first Control Agent License was granted under Luxembourg’s new Blockchain Law, marking a strong step in fintech regulation.
• June 24 – Eurizon launched ETFs from Luxembourg, further strengthening its global investment offering.
• June 20 – Coinbase secured a MiCA licence in Luxembourg, cementing the country’s role as a frontrunner in digital asset regulation.

Innovation and Strategic Focus
Luxembourg is actively advancing into new frontiers, with initiatives in fund tokenisation, participation in the ECB’s Wholesale CBDC Pilot, and innovative use of satellite data to design climate-focused insurance solutions. The country is also preparing its financial players for the impact of new regulations such as DORA, ensuring compliance and resilience across the sector.

Strengths that Drive Success
The enduring strength of Luxembourg’s financial centre lies in its combination of political and economic stability, innovative capacity, access to top-tier talent, international connectivity, and high quality of life. These factors not only attract global institutions but also nurture long-term confidence in Luxembourg as a trusted financial partner.

With its sights set on “Ambitions 2030,” Luxembourg is shaping the future of finance by promoting sustainable practices, strengthening compliance, and embracing technological transformation. Upcoming initiatives include the September 2025 events “Focus on Compliance & Risk Management” and “Luxembourg meets Madrid.” The sector is also spotlighting themes such as sustainable finance and human rights, underscoring a commitment to responsible growth.

Luxembourg for Finance emphasizes that “the wisest investment is in yourself,” reflecting the country’s determination to empower talent while catering to the evolving needs of global wealth management.

As the Grand Duchy celebrates a decade of progress, its financial centre remains firmly positioned at the forefront of global finance—resilient, innovative, and ready for the challenges of the next decade.

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