European Parliament confirms Thomas Gstädtner as EBA Executive Director

Following a plenary vote in the European Parliament, Thomas Gstädtner has been confirmed as the new Executive Director of the European Banking Authority (EBA). He will serve a five-year renewable term and was selected by the EBA Board of Supervisors from a shortlist of candidates following an open selection process.

Upon confirmation, Thomas Gstädtner stated: “I am honoured to have been confirmed by the European Parliament as the new Executive Director of the EBA. I look forward to working with the Chair, the Board of Supervisors, staff, and stakeholders across Europe to build on the Authority’s strong foundations and support its future development. Together, we will continue to promote a resilient, innovative, and well-integrated European financial sector.”

François-Louis Michaud, Chair of the EBA, congratulated Thomas Gstädtner and said: “I warmly congratulate Thomas Gstädtner on his confirmation as Executive Director of the EBA and wish him every success. His experience and leadership will be key assets as the Authority continues to evolve and adapt to a rapidly changing financial landscape. I look forward to working closely with Thomas to ensure the EBA remains an effective, trusted, and forward-looking European Authority.”

The Executive Director is responsible for the day-to-day management and operations of the Authority. The term is five years and may be extended once. Thomas Gstädtner will assume his duties in the coming weeks.