- The Financial Academy (FA) has announced that it will host in September the “Debt Markets and Derivatives Forum 2024” under the auspices of H.E. Mr. Mohammed Elkuwaiz, Chairman of the Capital Market Authority (CMA) and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Financial Academy. The event - inspired by the FA’s strategy and initiatives designed to enable the Saudi financial sector to develop, advance and prosper - will be attended by sector leaders, finance experts and securities professionals.

Mr. Mana bin Mohammed AlKhamsan, the CEO of the Financial Academy, commented that the Forum is an outcome of the Academy’s strategy, which aims to build a diverse portfolio of innovative solutions that align with industry trends and enhance the employability of human capital. These solutions, he added, should upgrade capacities and internal tools to support the strategic direction, spread the culture of continuous learning and excellence and ensure financial sustainability.

“The Forum will be held in Riyadh on Sunday, September 8, 2024, and will include a series of panel sessions and side workshops featuring financial sector leaders and regional and international industry experts. It will explore the latest economic developments as well as the shifts in local, regional and global investment strategies.”

“The Forum will also serve as a platform for engaging with thought leaders and policymakers to exchange ideas and insights on shaping the future of capital markets. Additionally, the event provides an opportunity to connect with industry professionals from around the globe to build valuable relationships and collaborative opportunities,” said AlKhamsan.

The “ Debt Markets and Derivatives Forum 2024” taking place under the theme of “Unlocking Growth Opportunities,” discusses several significant topics such as Inside KSA’s Debt Capital Market, Derivatives Market Development in the Middle East, and Debt Capital Market Development: Local and Global Trends.

Moreover, a number of workshops focusing on debt markets and derivatives topics will be held on the sidelines of the forum. One of these workshops will provide a deep insight into the concept of debt as a corporate financing tool, and how it is issued and used to attract capital. Another one will give full information on traded derivatives, including futures & options in regulated markets, in addition to shedding light on capital debt markets and derivatives. A third workshop will be centered on the role of Certified Financial Analyst (CFA) programs in qualifying financial analysis professionals.

For those interested to attend the workshops, please click on this link for registration Debt Markets and Derivatives Forum 2024 (fa.gov.sa) .