Jörg Pietzner has decided to leave Deutsche Börse Group on December 31, 2026, to pursue new professional endeavors.

During his earlier tenure as Chief of Staff and Head of Group Strategy/M&A, Jörg Pietzner contributed significantly to shaping and driving the Group’s Horizon 2026 strategy, working in close collaboration with the CEO. Over the past three years as Managing Director Financial Accounting & Controlling, he spearheaded vital finance initiatives, set the planning for Deutsche Börse Group’s strategic agenda “Leading the Transformation” in motion, and skillfully steered the transition between two CFOs.

Jens Schulte, CFO of Deutsche Börse Group, commented:

“On behalf of the Executive Board and the entire finance team, I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Jörg for his dedication, thoughtful leadership, and valuable contributions across Deutsche Börse Group. In particular, his commitment during a period of pivotal strategic milestones and his steady guidance during our leadership transition have been instrumental in positioning our finance division for the road ahead. We wish him all the very best, continued success, and personal fulfillment on his future journey.”