The German Savings Banks Association (Deutscher Sparkassen- und Giroverband, DSGV) is the central organization representing the interests of the savings banks sector in Germany. Headquartered in Berlin, it provides a range of services to its member savings banks, including advocacy, strategic guidance, and support in regulatory and operational matters. The association promotes the interests of its members in national and European policy discussions, facilitates collaboration and best practice sharing among savings banks, and supports initiatives aimed at enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of the savings banks network. DSGV plays a crucial role in maintaining the stability and development of the German savings banks sector, which serves a wide range of customers with a focus on local and regional financial services.