Managers of Wealth - Europe http://europe.managersofwealth.com/ Wed, 23 Sep 2026 04:00:49 BST part of MediaG8way Group http://europe.managersofwealth.com/ http://europe.managersofwealth.com/assets/images/logo.png Managers of Wealth - Europe KohanaPHP Deutsche Bank successfully completes issuance of Additional Tier 1 capital instruments News Team Tuesday, September 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132074/deutsche-bank-successfully-completes-issuance-of-additional-tier-1-capital-instruments The applicable interest rate will be reset at five-year intervals starting on 30 April 2034 on the basis of the then prevailing 5-year Euro swap rate plus the initial credit spread of 3.656% per year. Wealth and Asset Management Deutsche Bank Private Bank launches Agentic AI solution for Source of Wealth KYC processes News Team Tuesday, September 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132078/deutsche-bank-private-bank-launches-agentic-ai-solution-for-source-of-wealth-kyc-processes The solution is expected to support significantly higher client onboarding volumes while leveraging the existing operating model and control framework. Wealth and Asset Management UBS Reaches Agreement in Legacy Dutch Credit Suisse Case News Team Tuesday, September 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132082/ubs-reaches-agreement-in-legacy-dutch-credit-suisse-case This agreement does not constitute a recognition of criminal liability. Wealth and Asset Management Partners Group explores €800m private credit continuation vehicle News Aggregation Team Tuesday, September 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132083/partners-group-explores-ampeuro800m-private-credit-continuation-vehicle Investors in the existing funds would have the option of rolling their interests into the continuation vehicle or taking liquidity. Wealth and Asset Management High energy prices will drive further monetary tightening News Team Tuesday, September 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132084/high-energy-prices-will-drive-further-monetary-tightening These limited monetary policy adjustments will not initiate a new rate-hiking cycle, nor do we expect them to derail the economic expansion. Wealth and Asset Management Update on conditions, expected scheme timetable and anticipated board changes News Team Tuesday, September 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132090/update-on-conditions-expected-scheme-timetable-and-anticipated-board-changes The scheme document in relation to the Scheme (the “Scheme Document”) was published on 12 March 2026. Wealth and Asset Management Nearly 90% of SJP fund assets meeting or beating benchmarks News Aggregation Team Tuesday, September 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132091/nearly-90-of-sjp-fund-assets-meeting-or-beating-benchmarks The latest report is the first full assessment of SJP’s Class S units following changes to its charging structure last year. Wealth and Asset Management Positioning your wealth for 2027: key measures already on the horizon News Aggregation Team Tuesday, September 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132094/positioning-your-wealth-for-2027-key-measures-already-on-the-horizon Attention will naturally turn to the 2026 Autumn Budget in the weeks ahead, with Chancellor John Healey set to deliver his statement to Parliament on 28 October. Wealth and Asset Management Barclays launches Backing Britain's Future, committing to support 1.5m businesses and entrepreneurs by 2030 News Team Tuesday, September 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132095/barclays-launches-backing-britainamp039s-future-committing-to-support-15m-businesses-and-entrepreneurs-by-2030 New commitment to support businesses, entrepreneurs and SMEs from idea to IPO, helping drive investment, innovation and growth across the UK Wealth and Asset Management £10,000 invested in HSBC shares 5 years ago is now worth… News Aggregation Team Monday, September 21, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132048/amppound10000-invested-in-hsbc-shares-5-years-ago-is-now-worthamphellip The HSBC share price is up 309% since mid-September 2021, meaning a £10,000 investment would be worth almost £41,000 today. Wealth and Asset Management The Wealth Mosaic appoints Andrea Pascual as Head of Business Development & Growth News Team Tuesday, September 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132076/the-wealth-mosaic-appoints-andrea-pascual-as-head-of-business-development-ampamp-growth Experienced financial services and media professional joins The Wealth Mosaic to drive global commercial growth, partnerships, and community development Executive Moves Target Fund Managers makes senior promotion and investor relations hire News Aggregation Team Tuesday, September 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132077/target-fund-managers-makes-senior-promotion-and-investor-relations-hire James MacKenzie will take on the newly-created role of managing director Executive Moves Wallace Collection Board Appointments News Team Tuesday, September 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132086/wallace-collection-board-appointments Kate Cheetham, Elizabeth Kennedy, Amelia Pan and Lord Chris Smith have been appointed to the Wallace Collection Board by the previous Prime Minister. Executive Moves Raymond James brings platform and planning under one role News Aggregation Team Tuesday, September 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132092/raymond-james-brings-platform-and-planning-under-one-role The firm said the newly expanded position forms part of its strategy to strengthen the links between its investment management and financial planning capabilities. Executive Moves State Street appoints Italy chief News Aggregation Team Tuesday, September 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132096/state-street-appoints-italy-chief He was most recently Country Head of Luxembourg, further strengthening his experience leading State Street’s operations in a key European financial market. Executive Moves Lomond welcomes new chief executive News Aggregation Team Monday, September 21, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132047/lomond-welcomes-new-chief-executive In his new role, Paul will initially focus on meeting Lomond’s teams, regional brands and clients across the country while helping shape its long-term growth strategy. Executive Moves Business Leaders Named to Shape Wales’ New National Development Agency News Aggregation Team Monday, September 21, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132049/business-leaders-named-to-shape-walesamprsquo-new-national-development-agency The 10 new members join chair Jonathan Lewis, whose appointment was announced in July. Executive Moves NatWest Appoints Harsh Agarwal as Managing Director of Customer Experience and Engagement News Aggregation Team Monday, September 21, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132052/natwest-appoints-harsh-agarwal-as-managing-director-of-customer-experience-and-engagement Agarwal joins the UK bank from Ikea, where he has spent the past six years in various leadership roles. Executive Moves KPMG appoints Timo Knak as Head of Advisory in Switzerland News Aggregation Team Monday, September 21, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132053/kpmg-appoints-timo-knak-as-head-of-advisory-in-switzerland He steps up from his role as Head of Deal Advisory, a position he will continue to hold alongside his new responsibilities. Executive Moves Kearney appoints Martin Tornes as new leader of Danish business News Aggregation Team Monday, September 21, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132054/kearney-appoints-martin-tornes-as-new-leader-of-danish-business He will also liaise with the European leadership team to ensure alignment on growth, investment and cross-border engagements. Executive Moves UBS publishes additional position paper to support debate on Swiss banking regulation News Team Tuesday, September 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132072/ubs-publishes-additional-position-paper-to-support-debate-on-swiss-banking-regulation The publication comes as the debate on Swiss banking regulation has included differing interpretations, misconceptions and incomplete representations of several key issues. Legal, Regulation & Compliance FCA and partners join forces to help improve financial security for millions News Team Tuesday, September 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132079/fca-and-partners-join-forces-to-help-improve-financial-security-for-millions This means that millions could be left vulnerable in the event of a death in the family, serious illness or loss of income. Legal, Regulation & Compliance ECB publishes supervisory banking statistics on significant institutions for the second quarter of 2026 News Team Monday, September 21, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132050/ecb-publishes-supervisory-banking-statistics-on-significant-institutions-for-the-second-quarter-of-2026 Meanwhile, the aggregate total capital ratio stood at 20.13%, compared with 20.11% in the previous quarter and 20.21% one year ago. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Leroy & Goldbach opens in Luxembourg with focus on investment funds News Team Friday, September 18, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132027/leroy-ampamp-goldbach-opens-in-luxembourg-with-focus-on-investment-funds Its offices are located in Luxembourg, Zurich and Hamburg, with permanent representation in London. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Bird & Bird advises DAL Partners on the first close of its debut €40 million fund News Team Friday, September 18, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132028/bird-ampamp-bird-advises-dal-partners-on-the-first-close-of-its-debut-ampeuro40-million-fund The first close attracted commitments from a diverse investor base, including institutional investors, foundations, family offices and private investors from Finland and abroad. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Creating the next European banking champions News Aggregation Team Friday, September 18, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132029/creating-the-next-european-banking-champions The European banking market remains highly divided along national lines, despite the creation of the banking union and the wider EU single market. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Bank of England expected to keep interest rates unchanged despite rising inflation News Aggregation Team Thursday, September 17, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132005/bank-of-england-expected-to-keep-interest-rates-unchanged-despite-rising-inflation Economists expect a majority of the nine-member Monetary Policy Committee will want to see more evidence that higher inflation is feeding into underlying prices and wages Legal, Regulation & Compliance FCA sets out steps to support small businesses' access to finance News Team Thursday, September 17, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132017/fca-sets-out-steps-to-support-small-businessesamp039-access-to-finance The review found that the challenges are often greatest for microbusinesses, which make up 95.5% of all SMEs and are less likely to use external finance. Legal, Regulation & Compliance BoE holds rates as split vote highlights policy divide - Validus News Team Thursday, September 17, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132022/boe-holds-rates-as-split-vote-highlights-policy-divide-validus “Markets will closely scrutinise Governor Bailey’s comments for clues on how the Bank sees the conflict in Iran feeding through to energy prices and UK inflation. Legal, Regulation & Compliance ECB wage tracker at 2.7% in H1 2027, pointing to a modest uptick in negotiated wage growth News Team Thursday, September 17, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132023/ecb-wage-tracker-at-27-in-h1-2027-pointing-to-a-modest-uptick-in-negotiated-wage-growth Compared with the July 2026 data release, the ECB wage tracker with smoothed one-off payments was revised downwards slightly for 2026. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Addepar expands European presence with Warsaw office News Team Tuesday, September 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132080/addepar-expands-european-presence-with-warsaw-office The Warsaw office will also enable Addepar to directly manage its Swiss-hosted operations from within the EU FinTech Invesco launches Personalised Investor Engine, a behavioural intelligence platform technology to help banks and wealth platforms turn savers into investors News Team Tuesday, September 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132081/invesco-launches-personalised-investor-engine-a-behavioural-intelligence-platform-technology-to-help-banks-and-wealth-platforms-turn-savers-into-investors For financial institutions, this represents one of the largest untapped customer activation opportunities in wealth management and it is this issue that PIE has been built to address. FinTech Xryma Plc Reports Steady H1 2026 Results While Positioning the Group for Its Next Phase of Growth News Team Friday, September 18, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132033/xryma-plc-reports-steady-h1-2026-results-while-positioning-the-group-for-its-next-phase-of-growth "The first half of 2026 remained firmly within the strategic investment period we outlined to shareholders. FinTech Platforms target paperless transfers by December News Aggregation Team Friday, September 18, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132038/platforms-target-paperless-transfers-by-december The association said progress against the charter’s commitments would be monitored, with the first milestone focused on removing paper documentation and cheques from the transfer process. FinTech Crypto firms get guidance on how the new regime applies News Team Thursday, September 17, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132002/crypto-firms-get-guidance-on-how-the-new-regime-applies The guidance covers activities including issuing qualifying stablecoins, operating cryptoasset trading platforms, dealing and arranging deals, safeguarding cryptoassets and arranging cryptoasset staking. FinTech FCA and partners continues crackdown on illegal crypto trading News Team Thursday, September 17, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132020/fca-and-partners-continues-crackdown-on-illegal-crypto-trading Cease and desist letters were issued at all 3 premises, requiring traders to stop any suspected illegal crypto businesses. FinTech Deutsche Kreditbank adopts Pega AI tech for customer service News Team Wednesday, September 16, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131982/deutsche-kreditbank-adopts-pega-ai-tech-for-customer-service Pegasystems the enterprise AI software provider for business-critical work, today announced that Deutsche Kreditbank AG has implemented an AI-based solution to efficiently handle customer emails based on Pega Customer Service. FinTech Former Revolut and N26 alumni raise £2.7 million to launch wealth management app News Aggregation Team Wednesday, September 16, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131986/former-revolut-and-n26-alumni-raise-amppound27-million-to-launch-wealth-management-app The funding round was led by Daphni with Outward VC and K Fund FinTech Christine Lagarde calls on Europe to develop its own AI technology for strategic autonomy and increased productivity News Aggregation Team Tuesday, September 15, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131965/christine-lagarde-calls-on-europe-to-develop-its-own-ai-technology-for-strategic-autonomy-and-increased-productivity Within a few years, artificial intelligence could inspect goods at the border, coordinate trains, monitor patients, decide which tax returns are audited and process bank payments. FinTech Nu Partners with Sygnum to launch Nu Global News Team Monday, September 14, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131938/nu-partners-with-sygnum-to-launch-nu-global With Sygnum infrastructure integrated into Nu Global systems, Nu delivers regulated digital asset services to its clients in Switzerland and international markets. FinTech DWS plans tokenised products across Xtrackers range News Aggregation Team Tuesday, September 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132097/dws-plans-tokenised-products-across-xtrackers-range The firm is moving beyond pilots as demand emerges, while warning that scale will continue to favour Europe’s largest ETF issuers. Alternative Investments Baillie Gifford in AI partnership with Essentia Analytics News Aggregation Team Monday, September 21, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132065/baillie-gifford-in-ai-partnership-with-essentia-analytics Baillie Gifford headquarterd in Edinburgh has 1,600 staff and around £200bn of assets under management. Alternative Investments LAIQON: New Luxembourg SICAV launches and new equity fund established News Aggregation Team Friday, September 18, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132036/laiqon-new-luxembourg-sicav-launches-and-new-equity-fund-established The SICAV structure provides LAIQON AG with an additional foundation for further growth while also advancing the Group’s international expansion. Alternative Investments One in five advisers exclude beneficiaries from annual reviews News Aggregation Team Thursday, September 17, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132014/one-in-five-advisers-exclude-beneficiaries-from-annual-reviews The research also found advice relationships often remain concentrated around one member of a couple. Alternative Investments Allianz invests in European growth fund News Team Thursday, September 17, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132015/allianz-invests-in-european-growth-fund The fund targets a volume of 5 billion euros. Alternative Investments Europe has built the bond: now it must build the benchmark News Aggregation Team Wednesday, September 16, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131978/europe-has-built-the-bond-now-it-must-build-the-benchmark Amir Naser Hojati, CEO of Dubai based trading company Maxi Investment, and trader at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, asks if EU-Bonds are becoming a true safe haven asset Alternative Investments Portfolio Thinking launches investment platform for advice firms News Aggregation Team Tuesday, September 15, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131951/portfolio-thinking-launches-investment-platform-for-advice-firms Edge provides 10-year expected returns across global equity and bond markets, alongside risk-graded model portfolios, factsheets and allocation rationales. Alternative Investments Evenlode Income opens to new investors News Aggregation Team Tuesday, September 15, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131955/evenlode-income-opens-to-new-investors The fund has been soft closed since 2018 Alternative Investments Asset managers lead boardroom pay rises News Aggregation Team Tuesday, September 15, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131957/asset-managers-lead-boardroom-pay-rises The study found that he wealth and asset management sector recorded the strongest increase in average non-exec board remuneration, compared to insurance and banking. Alternative Investments Over half a trillion pounds of investment required by 2040 to achieve UK’s clean energy transition ambitions News Team Tuesday, September 15, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131971/over-half-a-trillion-pounds-of-investment-required-by-2040-to-achieve-ukamprsquos-clean-energy-transition-ambitions There is a mismatch between the characteristics of many clean energy infrastructure projects and those sought by institutional investors, and this is just one of a number of barriers to investment. Alternative Investments Deutsche Bank to Custody Bitcoin, Ethereum, in Europe News Aggregation Team Friday, September 18, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132026/deutsche-bank-to-custody-bitcoin-ethereum-in-europe In Germany, Commerzbank was the first German full-service bank with a crypto custody license. Investment Banking Deutsche Bank upgrades Wickes on stronger trading and project pipeline News Aggregation Team Friday, September 18, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132046/deutsche-bank-upgrades-wickes-on-stronger-trading-and-project-pipeline The bank expects Wickes to continue gaining market share despite a challenging market. Investment Banking UniCredit invests in German fintech VC Trade to accelerate the digital transformation of debt markets News Team Thursday, September 10, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131900/unicredit-invests-in-german-fintech-vc-trade-to-accelerate-the-digital-transformation-of-debt-markets The transaction further demonstrates UniCredit's commitment to investing in innovation and growth opportunities in Germany, one of the bank's core markets, and will help the company expand its services across the bank's pan-European footpri Investment Banking Standard Chartered to continue Liverpool FC partnership as Global Partner from the 2027/28 season News Team Wednesday, September 09, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131876/standard-chartered-to-continue-liverpool-fc-partnership-as-global-partner-from-the-202728-season After 17 years as Liverpool FC’s Main Club Partner, Standard Chartered will continue its long-standing relationship as Global Partner. Investment Banking Deutsche Bank Revises ECB Rate Hike Predictions Amid Energy Risks News Aggregation Team Monday, September 07, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131807/deutsche-bank-revises-ecb-rate-hike-predictions-amid-energy-risks The bank had previously expected a peak at 2.5%, but now forecasts a terminal rate of 2.75% as economic assumptions are challenged. Investment Banking UniCredit Bank Romania secures 100 mln euro EIB facility News Aggregation Team Friday, August 21, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131571/unicredit-bank-romania-secures-100-mln-euro-eib-facility The funding is expected to increase the competitiveness of the local economy, accelerate technological transformation, and support private investment and job creation. Investment Banking How switching your bank account could earn you up to £220 News Aggregation Team Monday, August 17, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131452/how-switching-your-bank-account-could-earn-you-up-to-amppound220 More than five banks are currently offering incentives to switch - with the largest bonus £220. Investment Banking Banks Cheer as Trump’s Regulatory Rollback Spreads to Europe News Aggregation Team Monday, August 17, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131453/banks-cheer-as-trumpamprsquos-regulatory-rollback-spreads-to-europe Bankers in Europe are increasingly hopeful their regulatory constraints will ease Investment Banking Deutsche Bank named first European renminbi clearing bank News Aggregation Team Thursday, August 13, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131413/deutsche-bank-named-first-european-renminbi-clearing-bank The appointment makes Deutsche Bank the first European financial institution to receive the role, marking a significant development in financial links between China and Europe. Investment Banking Commerzbank invests in training and development of young talents News Team Tuesday, August 04, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131243/commerzbank-invests-in-training-and-development-of-young-talents With this intake, the Bank is meeting its demand for young talent entering initial vocational training programmes in 2026. Investment Banking Why Global Asset Managers Are Rethinking Distribution Infrastructure News Team Tuesday, September 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132073/why-global-asset-managers-are-rethinking-distribution-infrastructure Managers seeking to scale cannot rely solely on their domestic markets; access to investors across the EEA, UK, Middle East and Asia has become central to growth strategies. Comment, Analysis & Research Central banks are still worried about inflation News Team Tuesday, September 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132075/central-banks-are-still-worried-about-inflation The move helped ease upward pressure on government bond yields and could help ease borrowing costs across the broader market. Comment, Analysis & Research What is the future of money? News Team Tuesday, September 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132085/what-is-the-future-of-money How digital ecosystems will transform finance Comment, Analysis & Research Advisers urged to make retirement planning a ‘family affair’ amid participation gap News Aggregation Team Tuesday, September 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132087/advisers-urged-to-make-retirement-planning-a-amplsquofamily-affairamprsquo-amid-participation-gap Advice relationships were found to often be centred around a single primary contact, with 51 per cent of clients saying they held the adviser relationship in their name only. Comment, Analysis & Research UBS Global Real Estate Bubble Index 2026: Zurich and Tokyo lead global housing bubble risk News Team Tuesday, September 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132089/ubs-global-real-estate-bubble-index-2026-zurich-and-tokyo-lead-global-housing-bubble-risk The UBS Global Real Estate Bubble Index 2026 finds that Zurich has the highest bubble risk, followed by Tokyo. Comment, Analysis & Research US Treasury Central Clearing Survey News Team Tuesday, September 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132093/us-treasury-central-clearing-survey Broad Industry Readiness for Cash Clearing, Industry Moving Towards Execution but Work Remains Ahead of Repo Deadline Comment, Analysis & Research International companies show growing interest in Europe News Team Monday, September 21, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132057/international-companies-show-growing-interest-in-europe Deutsche Bank Global Sentiment Survey on Europe 2026 Comment, Analysis & Research Columbia Threadneedle converts fund to European credit strategy News Aggregation Team Monday, September 21, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132062/columbia-threadneedle-converts-fund-to-european-credit-strategy The fund has been created by converting the CT (Lux) European Strategic Bond fund and will be managed by Christopher Hult. Comment, Analysis & Research High-value mortgages rise as wealthy buyers leverage debt News Aggregation Team Monday, September 21, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132069/high-value-mortgages-rise-as-wealthy-buyers-leverage-debt The total value of these mortgages reached £3 billion, with the average loan standing at approximately £10 million. Comment, Analysis & Research European Investment Bank chief heads to Ottawa amid warming EU-Canada ties News Aggregation Team Friday, September 18, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132025/european-investment-bank-chief-heads-to-ottawa-amid-warming-eu-canada-ties Aim of Nadia Calviño’s visit is to establish an EIB presence in Canada and start work on critical minerals projects. Comment, Analysis & Research UK State Pension to Breach Tax Threshold Under Triple Lock Uplift News Aggregation Team Thursday, September 17, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132006/uk-state-pension-to-breach-tax-threshold-under-triple-lock-uplift The full new state pension could be worth more than £13,000 a year. Tax “It is investors who bear the brunt of this double taxation” News Aggregation Team Wednesday, September 16, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131981/ampldquoit-is-investors-who-bear-the-brunt-of-this-double-taxationamprdquo As of today, around 899 cases are ongoing, both at the administrative and judicial levels, involving a total amount of more than €1.5bn, of which just over €962m relates to principal amounts. Tax New State Pension payments set to exceed £12,570 tax threshold next year News Aggregation Team Monday, September 14, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131934/new-state-pension-payments-set-to-exceed-amppound12570-tax-threshold-next-year That would put the full annual payment around £492 above the current £12,570 Personal Allowance. Tax The capital gains tax surprises that catch people out News Team Friday, September 11, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131912/the-capital-gains-tax-surprises-that-catch-people-out Capital gains tax (CGT) is one area where unexpected bills can arise Tax The rise of branded residences: key UK tax considerations for owners and investors News Team Thursday, September 10, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131878/the-rise-of-branded-residences-key-uk-tax-considerations-for-owners-and-investors The range of brands entering the space has now expanded well beyond the traditional hotel operators and we see schemes appearing in an increasingly diverse array of locations globally. Tax Swedish industrialist Wallenberg warns on leftwing opposition’s higher tax plans News Aggregation Team Monday, September 07, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131804/swedish-industrialist-wallenberg-warns-on-leftwing-oppositionamprsquos-higher-tax-plans The intervention of Wallenberg, who also chairs the Confederation of Swedish Enterprise, is significant and underscores the depth of concern from local businesspeople before an increasingly tight election on September 13. Tax Chancellor refuses to rule out tax rises ahead of Budget News Aggregation Team Monday, September 07, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131827/chancellor-refuses-to-rule-out-tax-rises-ahead-of-budget He confirmed the Budget will take place on 28 October and said the government would seek to balance the books with a buffer against economic uncertainty. Tax Aof premiums - excessive levy - mass objections News Aggregation Team Thursday, September 03, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131756/aof-premiums-excessive-levy-mass-objections Potentially excessive Aof premiums may give rise to objection procedures by employers Tax Scottish Government has chosen the worst option on taxing wealth News Aggregation Team Tuesday, September 01, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131701/scottish-government-has-chosen-the-worst-option-on-taxing-wealth It reached a record level in excess of £24 billion, when a year before it had been just over £12bn. Tax Pension tax speculation underlines need to build bigger, more diversified retirement pots News Aggregation Team Friday, August 28, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131684/pension-tax-speculation-underlines-need-to-build-bigger-more-diversified-retirement-pots Now the Institute for Public Policy Research reckons National Insurance should be extended to pensioners. Tax European Central Bank: Quarterly hikes still baseline – Nordea News Aggregation Team Monday, September 21, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132051/european-central-bank-quarterly-hikes-still-baseline-ampndash-nordea They note higher energy costs and Middle East risks but still view a gradual, quarterly hiking path as consistent with current data and ECB communication Retail Banking Barclays and NatWest customers facing immediate extra costs after changes made Experts have said it's not a good picture News Aggregation Team Friday, September 18, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132040/barclays-and-natwest-customers-facing-immediate-extra-costs-after-changes-made-experts-have-said-itamp039s-not-a-good-picture All of the UK’s 'big six' mortgage lenders have now hiked rates following days of volatility in the swap markets, with brokers warning the increases may not be over. Retail Banking BNP Paribas expands Wero uptake with merchants and retail customers News Team Wednesday, September 16, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131989/bnp-paribas-expands-wero-uptake-with-merchants-and-retail-customers BNP Paribas announces a major milestone in the rollout of Wero in France. Retail Banking Lloyds Banking Group recognised as top 10 employer for graduates and apprenticeships News Team Wednesday, September 16, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131991/lloyds-banking-group-recognised-as-top-10-employer-for-graduates-and-apprenticeships As part of its new strategic phase, Lloyds Banking Group has announced a £100 million investment to build future skills. Retail Banking Germany sets conditions for UniCredit takeover of Commerzbank News Aggregation Team Tuesday, September 15, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131962/germany-sets-conditions-for-unicredit-takeover-of-commerzbank The conditions include Commerzbank should stay listed on stock market and keep providing finance to German mid-sized businesses. Retail Banking Shawbrook Financial Sponsors lending exceeds £250m in record first half News Aggregation Team Friday, September 11, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131924/shawbrook-financial-sponsors-lending-exceeds-amppound250m-in-record-first-half Shawbrook achieved the record lending figure despite subdued transaction volumes and strong competition for deals across the UK lower mid-market. Retail Banking Banca Generali, possible new postponement of the industrial plan News Aggregation Team Wednesday, September 09, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131857/banca-generali-possible-new-postponement-of-the-industrial-plan CEO Gian Maria Mossa also flagged strong interest from top-tier bankers and said he is confident about the months ahead. Retail Banking Analysis-Germany warming to UniCredit on Commerzbank seen bolstering way for European bank deals News Aggregation Team Monday, September 07, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131806/analysis-germany-warming-to-unicredit-on-commerzbank-seen-bolstering-way-for-european-bank-deals Germany's resistance to a takeover weakened after the Italian lender in July reached a stake of just shy of 50%, which is sufficient to sway shareholder resolutions, including naming board members. Retail Banking Half-yearly figures BNG 2026: Greater impact through strong growth in public investment News Team Monday, September 07, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131815/half-yearly-figures-bng-2026-greater-impact-through-strong-growth-in-public-investment The net interest income showed healthy growth. Retail Banking Allica Bank applies for Swedish banking licence as it targets European expansion News Aggregation Team Friday, September 04, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131793/allica-bank-applies-for-swedish-banking-licence-as-it-targets-european-expansion The move follows Allica's $155 million Series D funding round in February, which valued the bank at almost $1.2 billion. Retail Banking It’s time for ‘Pensionmaxxing’ News Aggregation Team Tuesday, September 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132088/itamprsquos-time-for-amplsquopensionmaxxingamprsquo Savers don’t need a massive salary or market expertise to make huge lifestyle sacrifices to start ‘pensionmaxxing’. Pensions Pension value to be put under the spotlight 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 ESG considerations driving food and drink industry acquisitions 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 Schroders Greencoat eyes deal for scandal-hit solar operator – reports 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 Pensions allowance tax charges hit record high 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 Pensions industry fires back at Opperman criticism 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 XPS partners with Abrdn to launch DB pensions master trust 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 Pension providers call for personalised advice rules 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 Government authorises use of dormant pension assets to "change people's lives for the better" 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 €43bn pension fund cuts external fund exposure by half in two years 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 Morgan Stanley Investment Management's 1GT Leads €49 Million Series E Funding for Amber Electric News Aggregation Team Monday, September 21, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132058/morgan-stanley-investment-managementamp039s-1gt-leads-ampeuro49-million-series-e-funding-for-amber-electric This funding will support the Company’s continued growth and expansion in Europe. Planet SOS Advisers urged to talk to all clients about ESG preferences News Aggregation Team Thursday, September 10, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131879/advisers-urged-to-talk-to-all-clients-about-esg-preferences The report argues that sustainability should be treated as a mainstream part of financial advice Planet SOS ECB accused of fuelling biodiversity loss through fossil fuel finance News Aggregation Team Wednesday, September 09, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131866/ecb-accused-of-fuelling-biodiversity-loss-through-fossil-fuel-finance The ECB is indirectly supporting fossil fuel companies operating in critical biodiversity areas, despite growing focus on nature-related financial risks. Planet SOS The economic impact of a hotter Europe News Team Thursday, August 27, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131647/the-economic-impact-of-a-hotter-europe It is important to distinguish between direct damages and the impact on GDP figures when assessing the economic costs of climate-related hazards. Planet SOS Energy: Green growth, with red figures: the EU remains a net importer of clean tech News Team Wednesday, August 19, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131511/energy-green-growth-with-red-figures-the-eu-remains-a-net-importer-of-clean-tech This analysis focuses on trade flows in clean technologies between the EU and countries outside the EU. Planet SOS ABN AMRO commits to develop an absolute emissions backstop by 2030 News Aggregation Team Tuesday, August 18, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131476/abn-amro-commits-to-develop-an-absolute-emissions-backstop-by-2030 While carbon intensity targets can help improve the overall energy efficiency of portfolios, they do not necessarily lead to a reduction in total financed emissions. Planet SOS European banks maintain stable climate risk exposure, EBA finds News Aggregation Team Friday, August 14, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131440/european-banks-maintain-stable-climate-risk-exposure-eba-finds The countries and banks with the highest exposure to transition risk also remained largely unchanged. Planet SOS UK announces nearly £130 million funding for zero-emission vehicle technology News Aggregation Team Monday, August 10, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131322/uk-announces-nearly-amppound130-million-funding-for-zero-emission-vehicle-technology Government Funding Boosts Zero-Emission Vehicle Innovation Planet SOS EBA ESG risk dashboard shows stable climate risk exposures and continued improvements in data quality News Team Monday, August 10, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131326/eba-esg-risk-dashboard-shows-stable-climate-risk-exposures-and-continued-improvements-in-data-quality These developments point to ongoing improvements in the availability and quality of climate-related data used to assess banks' mortgage portfolios. Planet SOS The heat is on for Asia-Pacific’s electricity producers News Team Monday, August 03, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131199/the-heat-is-on-for-asia-pacificamprsquos-electricity-producers This puts increasing pressure on energy systems at a time when governments are trying to find scalable renewable energy solutions that can ensure a constant and secure supply of clean electricity. Planet SOS