Vincenzo Giunta (LFMA): Turning Dialogue into Action
Vincenzo Giunta, President of LFMA, discusses the association’s evolution, its role in fostering cross-sector collaboration, and initiatives like SPOT & FORWARD that promote open dialogue and innovation in Luxembourg’s financial markets. Interview.
Can you present LFMA in a few words?
With a proud history dating back to 1957, the Luxembourg Financial Markets Association (LFMA) began as Forex Club Luxembourg and was rebranded in 2017 to reflect its modern mission. Today, LFMA connects over 400 professionals from more than 70 institutions, promoting education, innovation, and collaboration. Rooted in volunteer leadership and guided by integrity, it empowers members, especially young professionals, through networking, learning, and engagement. LFMA adapts to the ever-changing financial landscape, reflecting shifts from traditional trading to digital finance. It remains a vital platform, linking professionals and shaping policy. Looking ahead, LFMA is committed to driving change, embracing technology, and nurturing future leaders. Its evolving role ensures Luxembourg’s financial strength globally. By combining its strong legacy with forward-thinking innovation, LFMA continues to support the industry’s growth and remains a pillar of Luxembourg’s financial ecosystem - past, present, and future.
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What potential do you see for LFMA to grow or evolve in the current market landscape?
LFMA is in a strong position to grow by connecting different players in finance. A great example is OLFY, the Official Opening of the Luxembourg Financial Year, which brings together institutions and professionals to spark collaboration and shared ideas. Inside companies, LFMA encourages synergy between teams, and across the industry, it helps build stronger links with central banks and international partners. In today’s fast-changing world, bringing voices together is a real advantage. Synergy across the market leads to faster innovation, better reactions to change, and more confidence. Looking ahead, LFMA can keep growing by breaking down barriers, aligning views, and turning talk into real action. By supporting both leadership-level and peer-to-peer cooperation, LFMA strengthens Luxembourg’s global presence and helps the financial sector move forward together, not apart, when facing new challenges and opportunities
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“Synergy across actors means faster innovation, clearer responses to regulatory shifts, and stronger market confidence”.
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In what direction is LFMA heading, and how are you fostering an environment where members feel encouraged to speak more openly about the market challenges they face?
LFMA is embracing transparency and dialogue as core values in its evolution. With the launch of SPOT & FORWARD in 2022, we’ve created an open platform where market professionals can speak candidly about challenges and opportunities shaping the financial landscape. The format - short interviews shared across digital channels - invites diverse perspectives while fostering a sense of shared experience. By showcasing real voices from within the industry, LFMA builds a culture of openness, trust, and collaboration. Members are not only encouraged to engage – they are featured. This initiative reflects LFMA’s commitment to professional empowerment, cross-sector dialogue, and thought leadership. SPOT & FORWARD ensures that our members have a voice, that the Luxembourg financial market stays visible globally, and that we remain a dynamic association rooted in relevance, adaptability, and the exchange of ideas.