EU urged to boost investment; shift from US markets

Stephan Leithner, CEO of Deutsche Börse, calls for a "big bang moment" to boost long-term investment in Europe. He urges EU officials to act quickly as investors shift from US markets due to tariff concerns, highlighting the need for reforms to enhance competitiveness. Germany's Dax index has risen 14.8% this year, outperforming the US S&P 500, which has fallen 3.9%. Leithner notes that many investors are now confident in German companies, presenting an opportunity to increase investment in the region. Leithner emphasizes the need to reform savings and pension systems to encourage equity investing. He supports creating a €500 billion infrastructure fund in Germany and suggests that private sector involvement is essential for a stronger economic ecosystem.