http://europe.managersofwealth.com/ Sat, 25 Jul 2026 03:04:51 BST part of MediaG8way Group http://europe.managersofwealth.com/ http://europe.managersofwealth.com/assets/images/logo.png KohanaPHP News Team Friday, July 24, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131045/leonteq-returns-to-profitability-in-h1-2026 The company recorded a continued increase in client activity and fee generation thanks to a continuously improving client sentiment since the second half of 2025. Wealth and Asset Management News Aggregation Team Friday, July 24, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131046/liontrust-reports-amplsquostronger-positionamprsquo-with-amppound47bn-rise-in-auma This deal saw Martin Gilbert join as a non-executive director, while Rebecca Shelley is set to step down from the board later this year. Wealth and Asset Management News Team Friday, July 24, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131047/vontobel-achieves-record-half-year-profit Assets under management stood at CHF 252.2 billion as of June 30, 2026. Wealth and Asset Management News Team Friday, July 24, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131048/chambers-high-net-worth-guide-recognizes-withers-as-a-leading-firm-globally-in-2026 'Withers provides thoughtful, detailed, and comprehensive development and implementation of strategies, opportunities and options. Wealth and Asset Management News Team Friday, July 24, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131060/are-millennials-failing-to-protect-their-future For many people in their 30s and early 40s, life can feel like a constant balancing act – managing a mortgage, building a career, raising a family and trying to keep up with day to day costs. Wealth and Asset Management News Team Friday, July 24, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131063/ubp-sees-net-profits-soar-in-the-first-half-of-2026 UBP has had a solid first half of the financial year. Wealth and Asset Management News Team Friday, July 24, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131065/swiss-private-bank-makes-first-investment-into-mbanqamprsquos-newly-launched-note-listed-on-dampuumlsseldorf-stock-exchange Investment supports the company's lending and Earned Wage Access growth strategy. Wealth and Asset Management News Aggregation Team Friday, July 24, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131067/ubs-group-stock-holds-firm-as-wealth-management-growth-offsets-investment-banking-volatility Recent financial reports and market data show that UBS Group has been able to grow key profit metrics despite a demanding environment for global deal-making and capital markets issuance. Wealth and Asset Management News Team Thursday, July 23, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131027/bnp-paribas-group-results-as-of-30-june-2026 The meeting was chaired by Jean Lemierre. Wealth and Asset Management News Team Thursday, July 23, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131029/utmost-summer-2026-navigator-the-growing-importance-of-structural-optionality-in-wealth-planning As usual, the Pulse section outlines all the key developments in regulation, tax and compliance across global markets Wealth and Asset Management News Aggregation Team Friday, July 24, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131050/torsten-bell-reappointment-welcomed-as-pension-reforms-gather-pace Bell will remain pensions minister following the government reshuffle confirmed on 22 July, Executive Moves News Team Friday, July 24, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131053/stephens-expands-technology-team-and-geographic-reach-with-two-new-senior-investment-bankers-in-london Technology remains a cornerstone of Stephens' investment banking strategy, and the additions further strengthen the firm's capabilities and commitment to the sector. Executive Moves News Team Friday, July 24, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131054/erik-bergman-appointed-head-of-nordics-at-natixis-corporate-ampamp-investment-banking Erik reports to Alain Gallois, Global Head of Advisory & Coverage and Head of Europe. Executive Moves News Team Friday, July 24, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131055/mampampg-appoints-matt-mansour-as-chief-technology-and-ai-officer He will report to Group CEO, Andrea Rossi, replacing Chris Cochrane who is stepping down from his role at the end of July after eight years with the firm. Executive Moves News Team Friday, July 24, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131058/natwest-appoints-ashleigh-dorrington-harvey-as-head-of-manufacturing-and-construction Throughout her career, she has built a strong track record of developing trusted stakeholder relationships and helping shape strategic growth across key industries. Executive Moves News Team Friday, July 24, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131059/bil-announces-the-appointments-of-melanie-babb-as-cfo-and-michaampeumll-bonnier-as-cco These appointments reflect the Bank’s commitment to strengthening its leadership team and supporting its long-term strategic ambitions. Executive Moves News Aggregation Team Friday, July 24, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131070/bli-names-fabrice-kremer-as-next-cio Wagner will remain with the business until the end of the year to support the leadership transition. Executive Moves News Aggregation Team Thursday, July 23, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131024/multrees-hires-former-tatton-coo-as-deputy-chief-exec Working with CEO Chris Fisher to lead execution of firm’s strategy Executive Moves News Aggregation Team Thursday, July 23, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131030/benchmark-appoints-former-schroders-personal-wealth-director-to-oculus Renfrew will lead the next phase of growth at the firm, according to the announcement Executive Moves News Team Thursday, July 23, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131043/mufg-emea-appoints-rishi-nihalani-as-head-of-infrastructure-structured-finance MUFG's EMEA Infrastructure team, a core part of MUFG's industry-leading global structured finance business, is an award-winning provider of project and debt finance solutions. Executive Moves News Aggregation Team Friday, July 24, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131049/arrests-and-searches-made-as-part-of-a-fraud-and-money-laundering-investigation The arrests and searches were carried out by the police’s Eastern Region Special Operations Unit and South East Regional Organised Crime Unit with the FCA. Legal, Regulation & Compliance News Team Friday, July 24, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131061/ecb-pauses-for-breath-but-door-remains-open-for-future-rate-hikes The ECB is at a much more comfortable starting point than the Federal Reserve and the Bank of England, and as such can be a little more cautious in acting depending on the data. Legal, Regulation & Compliance News Team Friday, July 24, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131064/ecb-to-extend-use-of-climate-factors-in-eurosystem-collateral-framework-to-non-financial-corporate-credit-claims The extension is designed to further strengthen the Eurosystem’s risk management framework by addressing financial uncertainties related to the green transition. Legal, Regulation & Compliance News Aggregation Team Friday, July 24, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131069/willis-welcomes-uk-captive-reforms-but-urges-broader-overhaul The proposals are pragmatic, proportionate, and aligned with international trends in captive supervision.” Legal, Regulation & Compliance News Team Thursday, July 23, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131023/hm-treasury-proposes-major-overhaul-of-uk-payments-regulation The PSRs and EMRs currently contain extensive and detailed requirements covering authorisation, conduct, prudential resources, safeguarding, liability and consumer protection. Legal, Regulation & Compliance News Team Thursday, July 23, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131025/newcastle-law-firm-clarke-mairs-joins-orwins Deal supports scale-up strategy to create a UK leader with a national footprint Legal, Regulation & Compliance News Team Thursday, July 23, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131032/anthropic-to-support-fcaamprsquos-supercharged-sandbox Anthropic will support the second group of firms in the FCA's Supercharged Sandbox. Legal, Regulation & Compliance News Aggregation Team Wednesday, July 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130996/ctrl-alt-gets-authorisation-from-central-bank-of-ireland The approval gives Ctrl Alt a regulated framework to support institutions, asset managers and capital allocators seeking to develop and distribute tokenised financial products. Legal, Regulation & Compliance News Team Wednesday, July 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130998/achieving-a-european-banking-union-without-increasing-risks Therefore, greater freedom to move capital and liquidity across borders should be accompanied by sufficiently strict supervision to address the risk-taking incentives created by such reforms. Legal, Regulation & Compliance News Aggregation Team Tuesday, July 21, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130970/jupiter-sued-for-amplsquobreach-of-contractamprsquo-over-trail-commission-removal Jupiter has recently undertaken a review of a small number of remaining clients invested in legacy trail commission share classes. Legal, Regulation & Compliance News Aggregation Team Friday, July 24, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131071/saturn-unveils-ai-operating-system-to-cut-advice-costs The company added that the platform is designed to tackle one of the advice profession’s biggest operational challenges: fragmented technology and data spread across multiple systems. FinTech News Team Thursday, July 23, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131028/bancastato-launches-regulatedcrypto-trading-with-sygnumand-avaloq Banca dello Stato del Cantone Ticino is a Swiss cantonal bank serving the Canton of Ticino in southern Switzerland, founded in 1915. FinTech News Team Thursday, July 23, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131031/temenos-announces-q2-26-results-fy-26-guidance-reconfirmed Q2-26 (growth rates are vs. Q2-25 proforma, excluding Multifonds) FinTech News Team Wednesday, July 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130997/xrp-power-launches-ai-driven-digital-asset-platform-at-global-financial-forum-to-simplify-international-wealth-allocation New automated ecosystem powered by www.xrppower brings multi-currency yield contracts, enterprise-grade safety, and real-time market tracking to users across 189 countries. FinTech News Aggregation Team Wednesday, July 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131014/fca-taps-anthropic-for-ai-supercharged-sandbox A total of 21 organisations have been selected for the second cohort, including Scottish Widows, Money Advice Trust and TrueLayer. FinTech News Team Wednesday, July 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131017/norway-advisory-and-audit-firm-bdo-selects-strise-as-aml-technology-provider Strise already provides similar solutions to several of the largest players in the industry. FinTech News Team Wednesday, July 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131018/finscan-integrates-with-lsegamp039s-world-check-on-demand This positions FinScan as one of the first screening technology providers to complete the full World-Check On Demand technical validation process FinTech News Team Tuesday, July 21, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130967/bank-of-maldives-to-transform-core-banking-with-finastra The Maldives' largest bank chooses Finastra's Essence next-generation platform to enhance agility, support innovation, and strengthen customer experience FinTech News Aggregation Team Tuesday, July 21, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130993/the-ai-limitation-that-keeps-investment-leaders-awake-at-night The issues that deserve more attention lie one layer deeper and rarely appear on due diligence questionnaires. FinTech News Team Monday, July 20, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130941/amina-becomes-the-first-regulated-bank-to-integrate-leading-crypto-payments-network-mesh With connectivity across 300+ providers, Mesh’s verified deposit technology eliminates friction from digital asset deposits for AMINA clients FinTech News Team Friday, July 24, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131056/mampampg-invests-ampeuro86-million-in-french-food-logistics-acquisitions-for-leading-retailers The investments comprise a fully-refurbished cold-storage facility near Paris and a modern food distribution warehouse near Avignon. Alternative Investments News Aggregation Team Friday, July 24, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131072/uk-passive-funds-capture-70-of-q2-net-inflows-as-active-flows-slump Passive strategies dominated the allocations, bringing in £3.2bn, while active funds attracted £1.4bn over the three-month period. Alternative Investments News Aggregation Team Thursday, July 23, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131019/moneta-expands-globally-with-uk-partnership The RIA is partnering with London's Thomson Tyndall to serve expat clients, with the U.K. firm assisting them with back- and middle-office regulatory and oversight needs. Alternative Investments News Aggregation Team Thursday, July 23, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131020/gpfa-welcomes-lampampg-asset-management The association covers all global asset owner types, including public pensions, sovereign wealth funds, insurance companies, and asset management businesses. Alternative Investments News Aggregation Team Thursday, July 23, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131021/arkbridge-launches-institutional-intelligence-platform-for-modern-investors The platform provides access to global financial markets through a single connected ecosystem, offering opportunities across Equities, Forex, ETFs, Commodities, Indices, and Digital Assets. Alternative Investments News Aggregation Team Thursday, July 23, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131034/the-next-phase-of-private-markets-demands-faster-more-trusted-data Private markets have historically operated at a different pace from public markets. Alternative Investments News Team Wednesday, July 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131004/housing-market-momentum-at-risk-as-mortgage-rates-edge-higher-again “Recent mortgage rate increases risk taking some momentum out of the housing market just as confidence had started to improve. Alternative Investments News Team Wednesday, July 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131006/golding-buyout-vi-reaches-first-closing-at-eur-283-million With this fund, Golding continues its successful buyout strategy in its sixth generation. Alternative Investments News Aggregation Team Tuesday, July 21, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130972/controversial-deemster-in-amppound100m-iom-landmark-case-takes-on-new-roles-ampndash-report James Corbett KC resigned from a major £100m pensions case last month on grounds of ill health Alternative Investments News Aggregation Team Tuesday, July 21, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130982/aifmd-iiamprsquos-pragmatic-reforms Greg Norman, investment manager partner at law firm Skadden, examines the impact of the directive coming into effect at a national level, developments in the UK and why alternative investment fund managers will need to take note Alternative Investments News Team Friday, July 17, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130925/ing-wins-best-bank-awards-at-euromoney In Retail Banking, the focus is on making banking faster, easier and more intuitive for 41 million customers in nine markets. Investment Banking News Aggregation Team Tuesday, July 14, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130838/jpmorgan-dimon-pushes-for-european-banking-consolidation In an interview in Milan with Il Sole 24 Ore, the executive called domestic and cross-border consolidation "critically important for Europe". Investment Banking News Aggregation Team Friday, July 10, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130801/italyamprsquos-unicredit-gains-around-48-commerzbank-stake According to UniCredit, that position corresponds to 49.65% of Commerzbank voting rights. Investment Banking News Aggregation Team Thursday, July 09, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130785/mep-calls-for-ampldquoprofessionalamprdquo-criteria-in-european-investment-bank-financing-decisions The MEP considers it completely unacceptable for certain countries or governments to receive more favorable terms on political grounds. Investment Banking News Aggregation Team Tuesday, June 23, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130475/octopus-owned-seccl-launches-irish-business Part of European expansion plans Investment Banking News Team Wednesday, June 17, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130355/abn-amro-oddo-bhf-named-best-benelux-broker-for-the-fifth-time In addition to our number one position in the Benelux market, our partner ODDO BHF has also been ranked number one in France, Germany and Austria, number four in Switzerland and number six in Iberia. Investment Banking News Aggregation Team Wednesday, June 10, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130231/unicredit-vs-commerzbank-italians-increase-stake-by-more-than-10-percent As part of its takeover bid, the Italians are offering 0.485 of their own shares for each Commerzbank share. Investment Banking News Aggregation Team Friday, June 05, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130149/deutsche-bank-shuns-ampldquoaggressiveamprdquo-promotions-to-beat-rivals Notably, the move follows JPMorgan’s May launch of its Chase digital retail bank in Germany. Investment Banking News Team Thursday, June 04, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130124/barclays-removes-monthly-customer-fee-for-self-directed-investors Complex charging structures can make it difficult for investors to understand and compare costs. By removing the customer fee, Barclays is making investing simpler and more affordable. Investment Banking News Aggregation Team Wednesday, June 03, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130104/unicredit-commerzbank-the-italian-lender-seeks-to-jumpstart-european-banking-concentration UniCredit has bolstered its position in Commerzbank by securing commitments for approximately 7.6% of the German bank's capital through its public exchange offer. Investment Banking News Team Friday, July 24, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131057/second-steppers-turn-to-higher-ltv-mortgages-as-deposits-fall Barclays Property Insights analyses proprietary mortgage data alongside consumer research to uncover the key trends shaping the UK housing market Comment, Analysis & Research News Team Friday, July 24, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131068/curation-tips-for-building-an-investment-grade-wine-cellar Amayès Aouli, Global Head of Wine & Spirits at Bonhams, provides guidance for those looking to blend their oenophile passion with long-term alternative value. Comment, Analysis & Research News Team Thursday, July 23, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131022/luxury-assets-and-family-governance-managing-yachts-jets-and-art Something like a superyacht will be an eye-catching symbol of success, but our work goes deeper than this and just the ownership structures. Comment, Analysis & Research News Team Thursday, July 23, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131026/inflation-eases-in-burnhamamp039s-first-week-as-he-targets-cost-of-living-pressures "Burnham has said his newly formed government must be a 'cost of living government', meaning there is a lot of pressure on him and his colleagues to get inflation back down to the 2% target. Comment, Analysis & Research News Team Thursday, July 23, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131036/uk-businesses-see-defence-investment-plan-as-catalyst-for-growth-but-call-for-clearer-procurement-and-finance-support While business appetite to participate in defence supply chains is clear, practical barriers remain. Comment, Analysis & Research News Team Thursday, July 23, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131040/ai-use-among-uk-financial-advisers-jumps-from-43-to-74-in-a-year-finds-intelliflo Advisers told us they want to grow their client base and build their business. Comment, Analysis & Research News Team Thursday, July 23, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131042/independent-recognition-reinforces-operaamp039s-specialist-strategy These independent recognitions reflect the exceptional client service, technical expertise and professional reputation that each business has built over many years. Comment, Analysis & Research News Team Wednesday, July 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130999/the-euro-area-bank-lending-survey-second-quarter-of-2026 The outcome of US-Iran negotiations continues to be a source of uncertainty, with banks revising their assessments as talks evolve. Comment, Analysis & Research News Aggregation Team Wednesday, July 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131000/four-in-10-rely-on-inheritance-despite-uncertainty-over-windfall The report also highlighted wider estate planning gaps. Less than a third (32%) of UK adults have an up-to-date will and know where it is kept, while only 13% have a lasting power of attorney in place. Comment, Analysis & Research News Team Wednesday, July 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131001/bank-stocks-have-further-to-run Large US banks had a very strong second quarter. Comment, Analysis & Research News Team Friday, July 24, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131052/uk-pm-andy-burnhamamp039s-tax-agenda-sdlt-reform-the-50p-rate-or-even-a-wealth-tax On tax, the Labour Party committed in its election manifesto not to increase National Insurance, the basic, higher or additional rates of income tax, or VAT. Tax News Team Friday, July 24, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131062/tax-reform-needed-to-boost-growth-in-scotland Supporting Scottish growth, entrepreneurship and competitiveness Tax News Aggregation Team Friday, July 24, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131066/hmrc-agrees-average-settlements-of-amppound16500-with-500-crypto-investors-under-disclosure-schemes A Freedom of Information (FOI) request by Identomat, a UK financial services compliance provider, revealed total settlements over 2024/25 and 2025/26 stood at £8,328,132. Tax News Aggregation Team Wednesday, July 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131011/two-percent-minimum-tax-on-richest-households-could-raise-amppound10-billion The UK's richest households have become dramatically wealthier over recent decades while often facing lower effective tax rates than ordinary workers. Tax News Team Tuesday, July 21, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130979/burnham-inherits-rising-iht-and-cgt-revenues-as-wealth-tax-debate-grows Burnham has previously argued for reform of wealth taxes and has expressed support for alternatives to the current inheritance tax system, although any significant changes would need to be carefully balanced against the government's wider economic pr Tax News Team Tuesday, July 21, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130981/uk-payments-on-account-explained-why-hmrc-wants-more-tax-early Many taxpayers are surprised when they file their Self-Assessment tax return, settle their tax bill, and then discover that HMRC is asking them to make an additional payment towards next year's tax liability. Tax News Aggregation Team Tuesday, July 21, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130991/iht-receipts-hit-record-high-of-amppound23bn Income tax, capital gains tax (CGT) and National Insurance Contribution (NIC) receipts for April 2026 to June 2026 were also at a record high at £132.1bn – an increase of £11.4bn. Tax News Aggregation Team Monday, July 20, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130957/hmrc-whistleblower-scheme-could-apply-to-1200-tax-cases-a-year Investigations producing returns of that size are likely to involve large companies, wealthy individuals or tax avoidance arrangements. Tax News Team Monday, July 20, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130965/baker-tilly-international-ranks-among-the-worldamp039s-top-10-mampampa-advisers The network also ranked 5th globally in small-cap M&A, underlining its continued strength in supporting mid-market and small-cap transactions worldwide. Tax News Aggregation Team Friday, July 17, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130916/rahul-sahgal-about-oecd-tax-amplaquoswitzerlandamp039s-attractiveness-is-erodingampraquo Rahul Sahgal, CEO of the Swiss-American Chamber of Commerce, which commissioned the study, accepts that some companies could then face top-up taxation. Tax News Aggregation Team Friday, July 24, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131051/recognise-bank-achieves-milestone-year-with-record-lending-and-amppound89m-profit The bank’s loan book grew by over 50% over the year Retail Banking News Team Thursday, July 23, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131041/barclays-supports-the-development-of-commercial-fusion-power-in-the-uk Fusion is a complementary technology alongside nuclear fission, including gigawatt-scale, small modular reactors and next-generation reactor technologies. Retail Banking News Team Wednesday, July 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131005/ebrd-providing-financing-of-up-to-us-15-million-to-bank-eskhata Both loans will be supported by technical cooperation funds, which will help Bank Eskhata to build capacity and improve its marketing practices. Retail Banking News Aggregation Team Wednesday, July 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131013/why-ulster-bank-wonamprsquot-have-further-bank-branch-closures-until-at-least-2029 Pledge reflects UB’s belief that branches continue to have an important role to play alongside digital banking Retail Banking News Aggregation Team Wednesday, July 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131016/santander-uk-pledges-not-to-shut-further-bank-branches These cuts came less than a year after the business reduced its UK branch network by nearly a quarter, shutting 95 branches and putting 750 jobs at risk. Retail Banking News Team Tuesday, July 21, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130966/wfw-advises-lenders-on-amppound231m-financing-for-fidra-energyamprsquos-west-burton-c-bess-project The project is being developed by Fidra Energy (“Fidra”), the Edinburgh-headquartered battery storage platform backed by leading global energy investor EIG and the National Wealth Fund. Retail Banking News Aggregation Team Tuesday, July 21, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130988/germany-prepares-terms-for-commerzbank-bid-talks-ampndash-report The Italian bank wants direct contact with German government and is ready to offer concessions and respond to Berlin’s concerns. Retail Banking News Aggregation Team Tuesday, July 21, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130989/santander-customers-told-to-check-banking-app-as-service-axed Instead, customers wanting to check how much they've paid in fees will have to log into Santander's online or mobile banking services. Retail Banking News Aggregation Team Monday, July 20, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130948/zilch-fjord-bank-acquisition-drives-european-push-before-possible-london-float The deal is expected to close in the second half of 2026, pending regulatory approvals from both the Bank of Lithuania and the European Central Bank (ECB), which jointly authorise the Lithuanian challenger bank. Retail Banking News Team Friday, July 17, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130917/bank-of-ireland-digital-banking-growth-in-q2 Q2 point of sale transactions were flat year-on-year, while e-commerce contactless transactions grew by 5%. Retail Banking News Team Friday, January 09, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127553/pension-value-to-be-put-under-the-spotlight The proposals aim to make it clearer how pensions perform, what they cost and the quality of service. So that people can get good value, and so that poor performing schemes are pushed to improve. Pensions 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, July 20, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130952/deutsche-bank-supports-european-energyamprsquos-mokoan-hybrid-solar-farm-and-battery-project For the transaction, Deutsche Bank acted as Sole Lender and Letter of Credit Facility Financier, providing the term loan, construction loan, debt service reserve and bank guarantee facilities, while also serving as Hedging Bank for the interest rate swap Planet SOS News Team Friday, June 26, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130554/addressing-the-sustainable-finance-paradox Fragmentation remains a significant challenge for investors. Planet SOS News Team Friday, June 19, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130424/sustainability-and-climate-report-2025-migros-bank-strengthens-the-financial-literacy-of-its-customers Migros Bank is actively committed to a sustainable future and made further progress last year. Planet SOS News Team Thursday, June 18, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130397/ebrd-eib-and-eu-support-tunisiaamprsquos-energy-transition-and-resilience This investment will support Tunisia’s energy security and resilience, helping to diversify its energy mix and reducing its reliance on natural gas. Planet SOS News Aggregation Team Thursday, June 11, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130249/incentivisation-a-possible-future-for-more-honest-esg-disclosures He urges firms to embrace another level of assurance that discourages firms from omitting key data from their reports. Planet SOS News Team Monday, June 08, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130175/ecofy-secures-usd-15-million-from-mirova-to-scale-rooftop-solar-and-e-mobility-financing In just three years, the company has scaled to serve over 130,000 customers, with a strong pan-India presence across 26 states and more than 500 cities. Planet SOS News Team Friday, June 05, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130161/eib-reaches-first-agreement-with-un-green-climate-fund The GCF is investing the sum in the GGBI Fund, a public‑private investment vehicle with a target size of €3 billion, which will be run by Amundi, Europe’s largest asset manager. Planet SOS News Team Thursday, May 21, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129889/energy-security-in-focus-how-todayamprsquos-crisis-is-reshaping-the-energy-transition Regions that are light on oil and gas are accelerating electrification, renewables, and energy storage to build resilience. Planet SOS News Team Friday, April 24, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129434/seb-nordic-energy-doubles-capital-ampndash-continues-investing The funds can both decrease and increase significantly in value, and you may not get back the amount invested. Planet SOS News Team Tuesday, April 07, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129102/europeamprsquos-fossil-fuel-dependence-poses-risks-to-price-stability Europe’s energy dependence has become one of the critical vulnerabilities of our economy. Planet SOS