ECB Forum on Central Banking
Sintra 2026
Shaping Europe's future: innovation, growth and stability.
29 June – 1 July 2026 · Penha Longa Resort, Sintra, Portugal
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About the Forum
The ECB Forum on Central Banking brings together central bank governors, leading academics, financial-market representatives and journalists from around the world to discuss current policy issues and the long-term challenges facing monetary policy. The annual gathering in Sintra has become one of the most important fora for an open exchange of views on the global economy and central banking.
Watch live
The event will be available to watch live on the ECB website during the three days of sessions. Recordings will remain available afterwards for on-demand viewing.