What to watch in 2026
Our latest outlook challenges consensus thinking with a signals-first approach. Combining proprietary indicators and AI-enhanced tools, we examine investor behavior, regional risk dynamics and momentum shifts across equities, rates, FX and emerging markets — bringing clarity to a fast‑moving 2026.
In focus
Accelerating our European clients’ global growth
With more than 50 years serving clients in Europe – and a fully European-regulated banking entity, State Street Bank International (SSBI) – we offer superior global scale and local expertise.
State Street in Germany
Since opening our first European office in Munich in 1970, we’ve built a strong presence across Germany, continuously expanding our services to meet our clients’ evolving needs. We received our local banking license in 1994 and have been offering depositary services for investment companies in Germany since 1996. In 2003, we expanded our German footprint with an office in Frankfurt, having acquired a substantial part of Deutsche Bank's Global Securities Service business. We have continued to grow our presence in Germany and today are one of the three largest custodians and depositary banks in the country, offering an extensive suite of solutions to asset managers, fund management companies and institutional investors.
Our capabilities
Investment Servicing
We provide global investment servicing across custody, fund accounting, middle office and ETF servicing — helping clients unlock growth, efficiency and resilience.
Investment Management
State Street Investment Management offers index, active, ETF and multi‑asset solutions, backed by global scale and market‑tested expertise.
Markets
State Street Markets delivers trading and financing solutions across FX, equities, fixed income and portfolio solutions — powered by deep market insight and innovative platforms.
Data Intelligence
State Street Data Intelligence transforms proprietary data into actionable insights, helping investors optimize performance across investments, operations and distribution.
Our latest thinking
Inclusion and diversity
Fostering impact within and beyond State Street
Our 50,000+ employees come from all over the world with various backgrounds and life experiences. By inspiring, educating and empowering them at every level, we foster an inclusive and diverse team that reflects the clients, people and markets we serve.