Banking, Budgets, Bitcoins & Bubbles

Join Leicester CII and East Midlands PFS for an engaging afternoon of professional development, insight and networking on Thursday 5th November 2026 at the King Power Stadium. Designed for insurance and financial planning professionals, this joint event brings together timely economic commentary, practical market insight and valuable peer discussion in one focused session.

Delegates will hear from a Bank of England representative on the UK economic outlook, inflation and monetary policy, explore the evolving role of digital assets and cryptocurrency in investment portfolios, and gain timely perspective on Budget developments affecting advisers, clients and the wider financial services profession.

With structured CPD value, topical content and a dedicated networking reception, this event offers members a practical opportunity to stay informed, strengthen professional connections and discuss the issues shaping advice and client conversations across the East Midlands.

Agenda:

2:30pm – 3:00pm: Arrival, Registration and Refreshments

Tea and coffee provided for all delegates.

3:00pm – 3:40pm: Bank of England Economic Update

Potential topics:

• UK economic outlook
• Inflation trends
• Interest rate expectations
• Monetary policy considerations
• Implications for consumers and businesses

3:40pm – 4:20pm: Digital Assets and the Future of Cryptocurrency

Delivered by fidelity.

Digital Assets Overview

An introduction to the digital assets’ ecosystem, covering core components such as cryptocurrencies, stablecoins, tokenized assets, and emerging instruments. What they are, how they function, and the distinct roles they play within the broader digital asset landscape.

Assess the role of digital assets in investment portfolios

An exploration of how digital assets fit within a diversified portfolio, focusing on their correlation with traditional assets, risk–return characteristics, and market maturity. Participants will also understand key investment channels and the practical considerations.

Analyse current market trends

An examination of the major trends shaping the digital asset market, including product innovation, institutional adoption, regulatory developments, tokenization, and the growing role of stablecoins.

4:20pm – 5:00pm: Budget Update and Industry Implications

Potential topics include:

• Analysis of the Autumn Budget announcements 
• Expected tax and pension changes
• Economic and fiscal policy implications
• Practical impacts for financial planners and insurance professionals
• Key planning opportunities for clients

5:00pm – 6:30pm: Networking Reception

An opportunity for members of both organisations to build professional connections and discuss the topics covered during the afternoon. Each Delegate will be provided with a drinks token (upon completion of the Feedback form) to help the networking go with a swing.