BaFin/Matthias Sandmann
Vision and mission of BaFin
BaFin’s vision and mission guide its actions and reflect how its employees approach their work.
Our vision
Effective, firm and forward-looking.
For a stable and fair financial system that you can trust.
Our mission
BaFin is committed to ensuring the stability, resilience and integrity of the financial system. Hence we contribute to a strong and competitive financial sector in Germany while actively protecting the interests of consumers.
We act boldly and swiftly, focussing on the major risks. The information we share is clear and understandable. As a modern, independent institution, we make our objectives and actions transparent. We anticipate new developments such as the impact of geopolitical shifts and environmental risks as soon as they emerge. The same goes for the opportunities and risks arising from innovative technologies, products and business models.
We have a strong international voice advocating robust supervision and clear, practical and proportionate financial market regulation in Europe.
