http://europe.managersofwealth.com/ Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:55:23 GMT part of MediaG8way Group http://europe.managersofwealth.com/ http://europe.managersofwealth.com/assets/images/logo.png KohanaPHP News Team Friday, February 21, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121690/standard-chartered-exceeds-revenue-expectations-and-boosts-dividend-amid-mixed-2024-results Lower loan losses have also contributed to a stronger bottom line. Wealth and Asset Management News Aggregation Team Friday, February 21, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121692/a-tale-of-two-specialties-combining-wealth-and-asset-management Pascal Duval, a former senior asset management boss, has never been a highly stressed character. Wealth and Asset Management News Team Friday, February 21, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121697/schroders-capital-backs-ai-with-first-close-of-uk-innovation-ltaf The successful close is indicative of the desire from DC pension schemes and other institutional investors to participate in the growth and development of UK early-stage companies. Wealth and Asset Management News Team Friday, February 21, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121702/kepler-cheuvreux-and-unigestion-announce-a-strategic-partnership This partnership merges fundamental and quantitative research approaches, optimising portfolio management while diversifying and expanding the range of investment strategies. Wealth and Asset Management News Team Thursday, February 20, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121645/northern-trust-expands-partnership-with-alchemy-to-support-its-new-special-opportunities-fund Northern Trust Expands Longstanding Relationship with Alchemy Helping to Launch its Fifth Special Opportunities Fund Wealth and Asset Management News Team Thursday, February 20, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121659/evelyn-partners-international-relocates-to-new-office-in-st-helier Team in Jersey bolstered with flurry of new hires Wealth and Asset Management News Team Thursday, February 20, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121664/tavistock-investments-completion-of-acquisition-of-alpha-beta-partners The total consideration for the acquisition is capped at £18 million Wealth and Asset Management News Aggregation Team Thursday, February 20, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121665/efg-international-acquires-swiss-private-bank The closing of the transaction is expected in the second half of 2025 and is subject to regulatory approval, EFG announced on Wednesday. Wealth and Asset Management News Team Thursday, February 20, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121667/utmost-wealth-solutionsamprsquo-assets-under-administration-surpass-amppound100bn-recording-strong-gross-inflows The acquisition of Lombard International adds £45bn in Assets Under Administration (AUA), confirming Utmost’s leading market position in the international wealth management sector Wealth and Asset Management News Team Thursday, February 20, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121674/maximising-wealth-management-the-benefits-of-guernsey-private-investment-funds With Guernsey’s well-established financial sector, PIFs present an opportunity for tailored investment solutions that align with both current market trends and long-term wealth strategies. Wealth and Asset Management News Team Friday, February 21, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121682/fnz-appoints-aashish-kamat-as-group-chief-financial-officer The appointment strengthens FNZ’s leadership team and supports the delivery of sustainable long-term growth. Executive Moves News Team Friday, February 21, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121689/caixabankamp039s-board-of-directors-proposes-the-appointment-of-five-new-directors These five nominees proposed by the Board of Directors will replace the former chairman of CaixaBank, José Ignacio Goirigolzarri Executive Moves News Aggregation Team Friday, February 21, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121691/alpen-partners-hires-portfolio-management-trio-from-rivals The independent asset manager, Alpen Partners, has recruited an experienced portfolio management and trading trio from its rivals. Executive Moves News Aggregation Team Friday, February 21, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121694/iam-tareno-welcomes-new-portfolio-manager Loris Riesen joins the Tareno team from Bank CIC. Executive Moves News Team Friday, February 21, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121698/change-in-the-dach-management-duo-at-alixpartners-dr-veit-buetterlin-goldberg-joins-beatrix-morath In these ten years, AlixPartners has significantly expanded its activities in the DACH region Executive Moves News Team Friday, February 21, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121700/ecb-appoint-director-general-on-site-and-internal-model-inspections She is the OeNB representative in the Board of Supervisors of the European Banking Authority Executive Moves News Aggregation Team Friday, February 21, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121704/new-ceo-for-zurich-real-estate-consultant He previously held senior positions at Raiffeisen Switzerland and Credit Suisse Executive Moves News Aggregation Team Thursday, February 20, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121655/canada-life-am-adds-two-to-distribution-team Both will report to James Stoddart, Head of Distribution Executive Moves News Team Thursday, February 20, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121663/quilter-cheviot-europe-appoints-gabriel-ramsey-as-head-of-distribution-for-ireland QCE expects to continue expanding its team in Ireland to support its growth ambitions. Executive Moves News Aggregation Team Thursday, February 20, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121666/ex-bordier-ceo-macleod-to-be-the-first-director-general-of-the-big-issue The wealth veteran, who stepped down as Bordier & Cie UK CEO last July, will take up part-time role at social enterprise that supports the homeless. Executive Moves News Aggregation Team Friday, February 21, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121686/blacktower-gibraltar-settles-long-running-disagreement-with-gibraltar-regulator The GFSC imposed a reduced fine of £294,350 with ‘full cooperation’ from Blacktower Legal, Regulation & Compliance News Team Friday, February 21, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121687/innovation-in-uk-financial-markets-shortening-the-settlement-cycle-ampndash-speech-by-sasha-mills Given at the UK T+1 Accelerated Settlement Market event, hosted by KPMG Legal, Regulation & Compliance News Team Friday, February 21, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121696/number-of-counterfeit-euro-banknotes-continues-to-be-low-in-2024 The likelihood of receiving a counterfeit is low, as the number of counterfeits is very small in proportion to genuine euro banknotes in circulation. Legal, Regulation & Compliance News Team Friday, February 21, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121705/cma-reaches-settlement-with-banks-in-competition-case Banks agree to pay fines for past exchanges of sensitive information about UK government bonds. Legal, Regulation & Compliance News Team Thursday, February 20, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121661/fca-welcomes-the-final-report-of-the-accelerated-settlement-taskforce-and-supports-the-uk-marketamprsquos-move-to-t1-settlement On 6 February 2025, the Accelerated Settlement Taskforce published its final report recommending a detailed implementation plan for the UK to move to a T+1 standard for settling securities trades. Legal, Regulation & Compliance News Team Thursday, February 20, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121671/the-prudential-regulation-authorityamprsquos-approach-to-policy The approach we consulted on in the CP was informed by the responses we received to the DP. Legal, Regulation & Compliance News Team Wednesday, February 19, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121635/uk-money-markets-transitioning-to-a-new-monetary-policy-regime Since the turn of the monetary policy cycle in 2023, money market funds have seen significant inflows, but we think the peak has been reached. Legal, Regulation & Compliance News Aggregation Team Wednesday, February 19, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121642/top-european-central-bankers-push-for-simpler-banking-rules A ‘comprehensive analysis’ of the regulatory requirements could help ensure a ‘level playing field with other major jurisdictions’ the bankers said Legal, Regulation & Compliance News Team Wednesday, February 19, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121653/striking-the-right-balance-the-ecbamprsquos-balance-sheet-and-its-implications-for-monetary-policy During this tightening phase, we used policy rates as the primary tool for setting our monetary policy stance, while normalising our balance sheet in a measured and predictable way. Legal, Regulation & Compliance News Team Wednesday, February 19, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121654/substance-tax-treaties-and-the-uk-supreme-court-in-royal-bank-of-canada The uncertainty that this can open up is considerable. Legal, Regulation & Compliance News Aggregation Team Friday, February 21, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121684/abn-amro-finances-innovative-digital-platform-transferz This collaboration underscores both Transferz’s commitment to durable growth and ABN AMRO's dedication to empowering innovative companies that are reshaping their industries. FinTech News Aggregation Team Friday, February 21, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121688/uk-gov-digital-service-tenders-contract-to-embed-open-banking-in-govuk-pay Currently used by 1,228 services across 440 organisations, it has processed about 100 million transactions with a combined value of £6.4 billion (just over $8bn) since 2016. FinTech News Team Friday, February 21, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121699/european-bearingpoint-survey-on-payment-behavior-cash-usage-declines-and-one-in-three-europeans-would-use-the-digital-euro At 55%, respondents have a high level of trust in the banking sector to collect and store digital euro transaction data, compared to only 5% for technology companies such as Apple, Google, and Amazon. FinTech News Aggregation Team Thursday, February 20, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121678/revolut-doubles-down-on-hybrid-working The memo arrives as the the global fintech prepares to move to a recently refurbished tower block in the heart of Canary Wharf FinTech News Team Wednesday, February 19, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121640/bnp-paribasamprsquo-securities-services-business-adopts-broadridgeamprsquos-global-class-action-solution-to-maximize-its-clientsamprsquo-global-asset-recovery-opportunities Broadridge’s solution provides comprehensive global class action coverage, maximizes claims and increases investor participation in settlement recoveries FinTech News Team Wednesday, February 19, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121647/fca-and-psr-assesses-the-usage-and-impact-of-digital-wallets In turn, this could expand the range of alternative payment methods on offer, giving consumers more choice. FinTech News Team Wednesday, February 19, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121652/temenos-announces-q4-and-fy-24-results-arr-and-tsl-at-top-end-of-guidance-ebit-and-fcf-above-guidance We had a strong fourth quarter with most areas of the business delivering well against expectations. FinTech News Team Monday, February 17, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121593/digital-transformation-baader-bank-relies-on-modern-platform The securities and banking services provider aims to improve scalability and business results and advance digital transformation. FinTech News Aggregation Team Thursday, February 13, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121533/bravura-to-pay-dividends-following-turnaround-in-finances The company said it will also recommence paying dividends based on reporting period performance. FinTech News Aggregation Team Thursday, February 13, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121541/danish-fintech-ageras-buys-storebuddy The acquisition will help Ageras expand its reach into the e-commerce segment, enabling it to offer online store owners technology that helps them deal with the complexity of accounting and reporting requirements. FinTech News Aggregation Team Friday, February 21, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121683/royal-london-tops-list-of-defaqtoamprsquos-top-10-personal-pension-plans At the top of the table sits the Royal London’s Pension Portfolio PPP, featuring in one in three recommendations. Alternative Investments News Aggregation Team Friday, February 21, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121685/evenlode-investment-cfo-amanda-sullivan-passes-away She joined Evenlode in 2017 after previously working as chief financial officer for Wise Investment Alternative Investments News Aggregation Team Friday, February 21, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121695/kepler-cheuvreux-and-unigestion-form-chf-28bn-fund-firm Kepler Cheuvreux Unigestion Equities specialises in quantitative strategies for public equities. Alternative Investments News Aggregation Team Friday, February 21, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121703/cs-pension-fund-project-has-one-less-problem Last year, after a long tug-of-war, the administrative court revoked the building permit. Alternative Investments News Aggregation Team Thursday, February 20, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121656/amundi-floats-11-etfs-in-london The newly-admitted ETFs will bring the total number of Amundi ETFs available on the LSE to 272. Alternative Investments News Aggregation Team Thursday, February 20, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121657/nextgen-ties-up-with-kinder-institute-to-bring-life-planning-to-advice-profession Through the partnership the firms will create a dedicated Kinder Institute UK hub within the NextGen Planners online community. Alternative Investments News Aggregation Team Thursday, February 20, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121658/sustainability-makes-headway-in-feamprsquos-2025-alpha-manager-ratings Global managers continue to dominate ratings Alternative Investments News Team Thursday, February 20, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121662/national-wealth-fund-makes-first-investment-in-scotland Scottish Secretary welcomes £43.5m boost for sustainable packaging firm that will encourage growth, creating jobs and prosperity Alternative Investments News Team Thursday, February 20, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121672/zurich-posts-record-earnings-strong-delivery-sets-the-pace-for-new-plan-raises-dividend This strong set of results together with Zurich’s track record of consistent delivery position the company strongly at the beginning of the new three-year cycle. Alternative Investments News Team Thursday, February 20, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121680/the-amf-publishes-the-findings-of-its-thematic-inspections-of-asset-management-companiesamprsquo-monitoring-of-fund-investment-ratios-compensation-and-claims These ratios, which must be complied with at all times, may be financial or non-financial in nature. Alternative Investments News Aggregation Team Thursday, February 20, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121679/jefferies-cuts-julius-baer-to-hold-as-it-awaits-clarity-on-strategy-under-new-ceo Bollinger, who has been CEO for less than a month, is expected to outline a strategic vision emphasizing client focus Investment Banking News Team Wednesday, February 19, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121644/commerzbank-to-become-main-tenant-of-the-central-business-tower-in-frankfurt The office tower in Frankfurt’s banking district will accommodate 3,200 state-of-the-art workplaces on 52 floors. Investment Banking News Team Monday, February 17, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121577/caixabank-and-amundi-launch-innovative-lifecycle-etfs-to-help-align-investments-with-life-goals This makes these ETFs particularly suited for those pursuing specific financial objectives over the long term. Investment Banking News Aggregation Team Monday, February 17, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121589/italy-bank-deals-would-narrow-size-gap-to-europe-panetta-says The announced transactions would narrow the size gap between the largest Italian banks and European competitors Investment Banking News Aggregation Team Tuesday, February 11, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121493/santander-global-leader-in-export-finance-for-third-year-running The Group held on to the number one spot with a total volume of USD 8.6 billion and an international market share of 10.5%. Investment Banking News Team Wednesday, February 05, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121361/bnp-paribas-announces-the-implementation-of-a-semi-annual-interim-dividend-payment-starting-in-2025 The first interim dividend related to the 2025 financial statements would be paid on 30 September 2025 and calculated on the basis of 50% of the net earnings per share of the first half of 2025. Investment Banking News Team Thursday, January 30, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121252/caixabank-reports-a-net-profit-of-ampeuro579-billion-in-2024-up-202-and-far-exceeds-the-targets-set-in-the-2022-2024-strategic-plan In 2024, CaixaBank successfully completed its 2022-2024 Strategic Plan and achieved the financial and qualitative objectives set for the period. Investment Banking News Aggregation Team Monday, January 27, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121189/amplsquothere-are-a-lot-of-unhappy-facesamprsquo-banksamprsquo-bumper-bonus-round-divides-staff Bankers are feeling short-changed despite a year of stellar profits Investment Banking News Team Friday, January 24, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121148/the-netherlands-consumer-holds-the-key The economy is recovering from a period of lower growth due to inflation, and in recent quarters has outperformed the eurozone aggregate. Investment Banking News Aggregation Team Friday, January 24, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121156/monte-dei-paschi-launches-139-billion-takeover-bid-for-mediobanca This scuppered the Treasury's plan to find a partner for MPS, which has been the country's biggest banking headache for a decade. Investment Banking News Aggregation Team Friday, February 21, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121681/ubs-uncertainty-surrounding-legal-risks These cases, spanning from historical tax evasion allegations to client disputes, significantly impact the bank’s financial exposure. Comment, Analysis & Research News Aggregation Team Thursday, February 20, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121660/devere-group-reports-aum-growth-to-14bn A ‘convergence of factors are reshaping the global wealth management landscape’ Comment, Analysis & Research News Aggregation Team Thursday, February 20, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121668/pictet-clean-energy-star-not-afraid-of-trump Elite Investor Xavier Chollet tells Citywire Elite Companies how his fund thinks differently about the energy transition. Comment, Analysis & Research News Team Thursday, February 20, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121669/mind-the-inflation-gap-real-cash-isa-returns-are-in-negative-territory-again The news comes after significant speculation that Chancellor Rachel Reeves is planning to change the tax benefits of cash ISAs to help boost investment in the spring. Comment, Analysis & Research News Team Thursday, February 20, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121670/outsourcing-trends-in-the-banking-sector Additionally, investments in robust cybersecurity measures are paramount to protect banks against rising cyber threats. Comment, Analysis & Research News Team Thursday, February 20, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121673/new-record-for-gold Consequently, central banks around the world have allocated an increasing share of their reserve assets to the yellow metal, and we think that this trend will continue in 2025. Comment, Analysis & Research News Team Wednesday, February 19, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121639/financial-services-dealmakers-adapt-to-a-shifting-landscape Monthly deal value in 2024 returned to the average monthly value of the prior five years, and total deal value for 2024 was 30 percent higher than that seen in 2023. Comment, Analysis & Research News Team Wednesday, February 19, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121641/increased-defence-spending-set-to-propel-bae-systemsamp039-growth The company reported sales growth across all five segments Comment, Analysis & Research News Team Wednesday, February 19, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121646/rethink-multipolarity-ampndash-an-investoramprsquos-roadmap The implications for the global economy and financial markets may be significant. Comment, Analysis & Research News Aggregation Team Wednesday, February 19, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121648/tony-james-family-office-spinout-gets-370-million-for-private-equity-bets The fund’s launch advances a major change in the financial affairs for one of Wall Street’s biggest fortunes. Comment, Analysis & Research News Team Friday, February 21, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121693/tax-take-from-iht-cgt-and-national-insurance-soars-in-the-new-year The upcoming reforms to Agricultural Property Relief and Business Relief could force more family farms and small enterprises into difficult decisions about their futures. Tax News Aggregation Team Friday, February 21, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121701/iht-nears-record-as-receipts-rise-to-amppound7bn This rise in IHT receipts contributed to gross HMRC tax and national insurance contribution receipts rising to £719bn in the period ending January 2025. Tax News Aggregation Team Wednesday, February 19, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121634/what-is-the-future-of-tax-evasion-investigations HMRC launched 430 new criminal investigations into suspected tax evasion in 2023/24 Tax News Aggregation Team Tuesday, February 18, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121601/confidence-in-economy-among-wealthy-britons-falls-to-record-low-with-inheritance-tax-a-major-concern Among the wealthy, confidence in the economy has fallen to 48 per cent, down from 84 per cent just six months ago. Tax News Aggregation Team Tuesday, February 18, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121608/amp039tax-dodgers-make-it-harder-to-tackle-potholes-and-get-bobbies-on-the-beatamp039 That’s money that we could be using to fill potholes, fund schools and hospitals, improve access to the police and ensure GPs are accessible. Tax News Team Tuesday, February 18, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121621/uk-inheritance-tax-changes-how-the-us-uk-treaty-could-protect-some-americans For dual nationals, if none of the above lead to a clear answer, the US and UK tax authorities will agree between them how to tax the individual. Tax News Team Monday, February 10, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121448/uk-payments-to-settle-regulatory-investigation-deductible-claim-for-cross-border-group-relief-barred The Court of Appeal held that payments made by the taxpayer to settle a regulatory investigation were not penalties and thus were fully deductible. Tax News Team Friday, February 07, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121423/european-financial-services-mampampa-activity-picked-up-in-2024-with-deal-volume-reaching-a-nine-year-high The total disclosed deal value also rose from €36.3bn in 2023 to €52.0bn in 2024 – with 10 deals above €1bn in value last year. Tax News Team Wednesday, January 29, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121244/federal-council-initiates-consultation-on-exchange-of-information-under-the-oecd-minimum-tax The implementing jurisdictions should also be able to check whether the tax calculations of MNE groups are correct. Tax News Aggregation Team Friday, January 24, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121137/ex-man-utd-footballer-faces-tax-bill-after-losing-part-of-hmrc-case Robson will be left with a hefty tax bill after losing part an appeal at the First Tier Tax Tribunal. Tax News Aggregation Team Wednesday, February 19, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121631/hsbc-reduces-top-investment-banker-bonuses-to-737600-as-costs-in-focus The UK lender has reduced average bonuses for top employees in its investment bank as it ramps up cost-cuts Retail Banking News Aggregation Team Wednesday, February 19, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121632/chase-uk-tops-latest-banking-customer-satisfaction-survey The US-owned bank beats Monzo and Starling in twice-yearly rankings for the first time Retail Banking News Team Wednesday, February 19, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121650/santander-launches-latest-monthly-cash-prize-draw-for-investment-isa-customers The three prize draws will give customers an opportunity to win 150 prizes, with a total prize pool of £30,000. Retail Banking News Aggregation Team Tuesday, February 18, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121606/stanchart-pb-launches-european-private-credit-strategy The lender is looking to Europe to offer its clients 'a significant yield premium over US private credit'. Retail Banking News Aggregation Team Tuesday, February 18, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121605/full-list-of-nottinghamshire-banks-set-to-close-their-doors-for-good-in-2025 Across the country many banks are permanently closing their doors - leaving empty high street units and some disgruntled customers in their wake. Retail Banking News Aggregation Team Tuesday, February 18, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121624/natwest-selects-first-five-startups-for-fintech-growth-programme The small cohort boasts opportunities to connect, learn and build networks with other fellow fintechs, coaches and NatWest’s dedicated Innovation function over a ten-week series of workshops. Retail Banking News Team Friday, February 14, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121549/commerzbank-achieves-record-profit-ampndash-strong-momentum-for-accelerated-growth-and-transformation-ampndash-return-on-equity-of-15-targeted-by-2028 The bank thus increased its result from the previous year by around 20% and at the same time achieved the highest profit in its history. Retail Banking News Aggregation Team Friday, February 07, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121420/santander-unveils-new-broker-pledges Brokers will always have access to Santander’s best pricing for purchase, remortgage and product transfer clients. Retail Banking News Aggregation Team Wednesday, February 05, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121360/ing-looking-for-acquisitions-to-grow-in-germany-italy-and-spain-says-ceo The remarks from the head of one of Europe's biggest banks are a clear signal that it is open to striking significant deals in Germany, Italy and Spain. Retail Banking News Aggregation Team Wednesday, February 05, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121362/aldermore-bank-taps-temenos-to-upgrade-savings-operations Its services include mortgages, business financing, and personal and business savings accounts, with the company managing £20.5 billion in assets. Retail Banking News Team Monday, April 29, 2024 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/116007/esg-considerations-driving-food-and-drink-industry-acquisitions Businesses are increasingly conscious of the importance of ESG in M&A. Pensions News Aggregation Team Monday, November 13, 2023 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/112765/schroders-greencoat-eyes-deal-for-scandal-hit-solar-operator-ampndash-reports The infrastructure unit is a leading contender to buy Toucan Energy, which collapsed a year ago amid a local government scandal. Pensions News Aggregation Team Thursday, March 24, 2022 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/99923/pensions-allowance-tax-charges-hit-record-high The total value of LTA charges reported by schemes stood at £342mn in 2019-20. This is a 21 per cent increase from £283mn in the previous period. Pensions News Team Wednesday, March 16, 2022 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/99678/pensions-industry-fires-back-at-opperman-criticism Opperman’s remarks went down badly with a number of the industry’s leading voices. Pensions News Aggregation Team Tuesday, March 08, 2022 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/99435/xps-partners-with-abrdn-to-launch-db-pensions-master-trust “This new solution should really help bring governance and efficiency improvements to the benefit of thousands of pension scheme members." Pensions News Aggregation Team Monday, March 07, 2022 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/99382/pension-providers-call-for-personalised-advice-rules “UK’s advice rules (from MiFID) prevent firms providing personalised support to customers given the liability risk," it said in its submission. Pensions News Team Thursday, March 03, 2022 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/99279/government-authorises-use-of-dormant-pension-assets-to-ampquotchange-peopleamp039s-lives-for-the-betterampquot The UK Government has now announced an expansion of the scheme, which will be expanded to cover pensions, insurance, investment and wealth management accounts. Pensions News Aggregation Team Friday, February 25, 2022 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/99130/ampeuro43bn-pension-fund-cuts-external-fund-exposure-by-half-in-two-years Assets under external management hit lowest levels for nearly a decade, as Swedish group focuses on interal efforts. Pensions News Aggregation Team Thursday, February 24, 2022 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/99063/pensions-platform-guiide-considers-institutional-funding Primarily the new funding will be used to develop Guiide+, an extension to its free online pension modelling tools. Pensions News Team Monday, February 21, 2022 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/98943/northern-trust-supports-amf The implementation of the directive demanded important changes and enhancements to pension fund providers’ business models spanning risk management, governance and member communications. Pensions News Aggregation Team Tuesday, February 18, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121609/esg-in-action-the-role-of-fintech-companies-in-belgiumamprsquos-sustainable-financial-future Belgian fintech firms are also actively fostering collaboration with traditional financial institutions Planet SOS News Aggregation Team Monday, February 17, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121576/bnp-paribas-signs-an-agreement-with-the-eib-that-will-generate-up-to-ampeuro8-billion-in-wind-energy-investments The leverage effect of such a counter-guarantee is expected to spur further investments of up to €8 billion in real economy terms. Planet SOS News Team Monday, February 17, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121598/cynergy-bank-issues-debit-cards-made-from-parley-ocean-plastic This innovative launch aligns with Cynergy Bank’s commitment to sustainability and its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) agenda. Planet SOS News Team Friday, February 14, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121545/breaking-barriers-in-cleantech-how-calyxia-is-leading-the-charge-against-microplastic-pollution-and-transforming-industries The need for innovative, sustainable solutions has never been more urgent. Planet SOS News Team Wednesday, February 12, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121501/carbon-market-strategist-eua-prices-rise-thanks-to-gas-drama The rally in the gas market was triggered by the end of the transit agreement between Ukraine and Russia, along with adverse weather conditions in Northern Europe. Planet SOS News Team Monday, February 10, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121470/raphael-mertens-on-pimco-primeamp039s-path-to-net-zero As a leading global real estate investment manager, PIMCO Prime has developed significant expertise in sustainable operations. Planet SOS News Team Thursday, February 06, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121396/mirova-mobilises-a-blended-finance-coalition-for-its-second-generation-fund-dedicated-to-sustainable-land-use-in-the-global-south This coalition also includes development finance institutions FMO and Proparco, which intend to commit investments for the forthcoming next closing. Planet SOS News Team Monday, January 27, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121162/valuing-what-matters-most-nature-on-the-balance-sheet-at-davos-2025 This concept, focused on restoring exploited and degraded landscapes to nature via mechanisms such as regenerative agriculture and reforestation, served as the essential starting point for discussing nature. Planet SOS News Team Wednesday, January 22, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121085/modern-bankers-in-an-age-of-sustainable-banking-three-take-aways Capgemini offers expertise in ESG data management and sector-specific sustainability trends to make banks and bankers future ready. Planet SOS News Team Wednesday, January 22, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/121094/trumpamprsquos-climate-policy-and-its-impact-on-investments In practice, this means that the US no longer has to submit a climate action plan to the United Nations every five years. Planet SOS