Managers of Wealth - Europe http://europe.managersofwealth.com/ Tue, 26 May 2026 03:04:40 BST part of MediaG8way Group http://europe.managersofwealth.com/ http://europe.managersofwealth.com/assets/images/logo.png Managers of Wealth - Europe KohanaPHP BBH advances API‑Driven account opening connectivity with custodians News Team Friday, May 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129916/bbh-advances-apidriven-account-opening-connectivity-with-custodians Brown Brothers Harriman today announced an expansion of its account opening API connectivity to custodians, with SEB being the first to implement the solution. Wealth and Asset Management Investec updates its Private Client growth strategy News Team Friday, May 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129917/investec-updates-its-private-client-growth-strategy The model is locally delivered with a clear segment focus, ensuring relevance and meeting its clients’ needs. Wealth and Asset Management 7IM posts record Q1 net sales amid platform expansion News Aggregation Team Friday, May 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129923/7im-posts-record-q1-net-sales-amid-platform-expansion The firm’s advised net-to-gross sales ratio also doubled to 49.6%, reflecting stronger asset retention and growth across both organic and acquisition-driven channels. Wealth and Asset Management Julius Baer: Interim Management Statement for the first four months of 2026 News Team Friday, May 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129924/julius-baer-interim-management-statement-for-the-first-four-months-of-2026 This overall strong performance was driven by record-high assets under management, exceptionally strong client activity, and sustained cost discipline. Wealth and Asset Management Close Brothers accelerating cost cuts as motor finance bill mounts News Aggregation Team Friday, May 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129925/close-brothers-accelerating-cost-cuts-as-motor-finance-bill-mounts The group revealed in March it was cutting around 600 jobs – nearly a quarter of its 2,600-strong workforce – over the next 18 months across its teams in the UK and Ireland under the cost saving overhaul. Wealth and Asset Management Master Charitable Trust named ‘Best UK Donor Advised Fund 2026’ News Team Friday, May 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129926/master-charitable-trust-named-amplsquobest-uk-donor-advised-fund-2026amprsquo It is a pleasure to support the generosity of Master Charitable Trust donors, and a privilege to uphold the bank’s longstanding tradition of pioneering philanthropy. Wealth and Asset Management UBS Wealth Management EMEA Head Relocates to the Middle East News Aggregation Team Friday, May 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129927/ubs-wealth-management-emea-head-relocates-to-the-middle-east In addition, the bank is making changes to the regional structure within the division. Wealth and Asset Management Schroder Oriental Income Fund Limited - Half Year Results News Team Friday, May 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129933/schroder-oriental-income-fund-limited-half-year-results The Trust aims to tap into the Asian income story by focusing on quality companies with attractive dividend growth prospects. Wealth and Asset Management Investing in young people: the commitment of the Delen Private Bank Philanthropy Fund News Team Friday, May 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129935/investing-in-young-people-the-commitment-of-the-delen-private-bank-philanthropy-fund The Fund – managed by the King Baudouin Foundation – supports projects for young people facing social, mental, or education-related vulnerabilities. Wealth and Asset Management Fideuram Direct in Belgium and Luxembourg: international growth continues News Team Thursday, May 21, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129890/fideuram-direct-in-belgium-and-luxembourg-international-growth-continues The established presence of the Intesa Sanpaolo Group in the region through Intesa Sanpaolo Wealth Management further strengthens this positioning. Wealth and Asset Management Simon Brönnimann takes over the Recovery and Resolution business unit at FINMA. News Team Friday, May 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129928/simon-brampoumlnnimann-takes-over-the-recovery-and-resolution-business-unit-at-finma Following an internal and external search, the Board of Directors of FINMA has appointed Simon Brönnimann as Head of the Recovery and Resolution business unit and as a member of the Executive Board. Executive Moves Pictet fund selection boss departs News Aggregation Team Friday, May 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129932/pictet-fund-selection-boss-departs Sébastien Gentizon is leaving the group after 14 years working in Geneva and Singapore. Executive Moves Titan Wealth Channel Islanders promoted to group roles News Team Friday, May 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129934/titan-wealth-channel-islanders-promoted-to-group-roles In this new role, Mr McGall has responsibility for leading, overseeing and continuously developing the group’s risk management framework across all Titan jurisdictions. Executive Moves Donna Henderson takes up role as Thenue CEO News Aggregation Team Thursday, May 21, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129900/donna-henderson-takes-up-role-as-thenue-ceo Beginning work last week, Donna has joined Thenue from Hanover Scotland, where she was director of strategic finance, and succeeds interim chief executive Brian Gannon, who has retired. Executive Moves BDO announces Iain Henderson as new Senior Partner News Team Thursday, May 21, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129901/bdo-announces-iain-henderson-as-new-senior-partner Iain Henderson will succeed Matthew White to ensure effective governance and oversight of the £1bn firm Executive Moves Banque Heritage announces two new board appointments News Team Thursday, May 21, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129906/banque-heritage-announces-two-new-board-appointments These appointments reflect Banque Heritage’s commitment to building on its strong governance, recognised investment expertise and the stability of its family ownership structure. Executive Moves KPMG appoints new Banking Sector Lead News Team Thursday, May 21, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129907/kpmg-appoints-new-banking-sector-lead His experience spans much of the globe having worked in The Nordics, Singapore, and America before returning to the UK. Executive Moves William Blair Adds Senior Fintech Banker in London News Team Thursday, May 21, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129908/william-blair-adds-senior-fintech-banker-in-london The move strengthens William Blair’s European Fintech practice and enhances the firm’s delivery of comprehensive advisory resources for fintech-focused companies and financial sponsors. Executive Moves Nordea appoints new nomination committee News Aggregation Team Wednesday, May 20, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129859/nordea-appoints-new-nomination-committee Niko Pakalén of Cevian Capital has been appointed Chairman of the nomination committee. Executive Moves Amundi Announces Leadership Appointments News Team Wednesday, May 20, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129866/amundi-announces-leadership-appointments This new organisation is effective as of today. Executive Moves Euro area and national balance of payments and international investment position statistics News Team Friday, May 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129930/euro-area-and-national-balance-of-payments-and-international-investment-position-statistics The main principles and elements guiding the production of ECB statistics are set out in the ECB Statistics Quality Framework (SQF) and quality assurance procedures, which are published on the ECB’s website. Legal, Regulation & Compliance The Commission is awarding €400 million to European projects for the decarbonization of heat generation. News Team Friday, May 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129931/the-commission-is-awarding-ampeuro400-million-to-european-projects-for-the-decarbonization-of-heat-generation The selected projects will avoid more than 6.6 million tons of CO2 emissions over the next ten years by replacing natural gas-fired heat generation systems through the use of innovative technologies. Legal, Regulation & Compliance FCA opens doors to support fast-growing financial firms News Team Thursday, May 21, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129891/fca-opens-doors-to-support-fast-growing-financial-firms The unit offers a dedicated point of contact and practical support to help navigate regulatory processes, develop innovative products and understand the impact of policy changes. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Young drivers warned about fake insurance sold on social media News Team Thursday, May 21, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129892/young-drivers-warned-about-fake-insurance-sold-on-social-media The FCA is warning 17-to 25-year-old drivers about 'ghost broking' scams where criminals sell bogus insurance policies through social media and messaging platforms. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Commission approves €1.3 billion German State aid to support renewable hydrogen production News Team Thursday, May 21, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129904/commission-approves-ampeuro13-billion-german-state-aid-to-support-renewable-hydrogen-production The approved scheme will support construction of up to 1,000 MW of installed electrolyser capacity, and the production of up to 10 million tonnes of renewable hydrogen. Legal, Regulation & Compliance FCA and Bank of England set out shared vision for tokenisation in UK wholesale markets News Team Tuesday, May 19, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129840/fca-and-bank-of-england-set-out-shared-vision-for-tokenisation-in-uk-wholesale-markets The Financial Conduct Authority and the Bank of England set out a shared vision and seek industry views on the future of UK wholesale markets Legal, Regulation & Compliance Modernising money and markets − speech by Sarah Breeden News Team Tuesday, May 19, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129844/modernising-money-and-markets-ampminus-speech-by-sarah-breeden Given at City Week 2026, London Legal, Regulation & Compliance Pensions Commission warning must drive action on UK under‑saving crisis News Team Tuesday, May 19, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129849/pensions-commission-warning-must-drive-action-on-uk-undersaving-crisis Too many people are contributing at minimum levels that are unlikely to deliver adequate retirement outcomes, creating a dangerous gap between perception and reality. Legal, Regulation & Compliance FCA, Bank of England and Treasury joint statement on frontier AI models and cyber resilience News Team Monday, May 18, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129808/fca-bank-of-england-and-treasury-joint-statement-on-frontier-ai-models-and-cyber-resilience These capabilities, if used maliciously, amplify cyber threats to firms’ safety and soundness, customers, market integrity, and financial stability. Legal, Regulation & Compliance King’s Speech 2026: what does it mean for financial services regulation? News Team Friday, May 15, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129783/kingamprsquos-speech-2026-what-does-it-mean-for-financial-services-regulation The King’s Speech also signalled wider cross-cutting issues for FS firms to track, including AI, digital identity, and cyber resilience. Legal, Regulation & Compliance EBAday 2026 Fintech Zone unveils 16 finalists set to pitch in Copenhagen News Team Friday, May 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129929/ebaday-2026-fintech-zone-unveils-16-finalists-set-to-pitch-in-copenhagen Finalists gain valuable exposure to banking leaders and industry stakeholders, along with the opportunity to demonstrate real-world applications of their tools. FinTech AllUnity preps Swedish krona-backed stablecoin News Aggregation Team Thursday, May 21, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129894/allunity-preps-swedish-krona-backed-stablecoin Meanwhile, the company is rolling out a new capability that gives businesses a dedicated payment layer to capture and monetize demand from AI agents, across content, data, and services. FinTech Temenos Forward Awards Celebrate Innovation and Impact in Banking News Team Thursday, May 21, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129896/temenos-forward-awards-celebrate-innovation-and-impact-in-banking Client awards recognize the leaders and innovators in the banking industry FinTech Fintech Giant Plans Expansion Leveraging Swiss Expertise News Aggregation Team Thursday, May 21, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129897/fintech-giant-plans-expansion-leveraging-swiss-expertise The Swiss wealth management market remains one of the most demanding, yet also one of the most attractive, markets in Europe for international technology providers. FinTech Euro stablecoin consortium Qivalis adds 25 banks ahead of planned launch News Aggregation Team Thursday, May 21, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129902/euro-stablecoin-consortium-qivalis-adds-25-banks-ahead-of-planned-launch The consortium now includes “37 major financial institutions from 15 European countries”. FinTech Citi and HPS Investment Partners launch €15bn private capital programme News Aggregation Team Thursday, May 21, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129911/citi-and-hps-investment-partners-launch-ampeuro15bn-private-capital-programme Initially lasting five years, the programme will fund a range of loans to European and UK-based businesses with plans to later expand to the Middle East. FinTech Starling Delivers Fifth Year of Profitability and Accelerates Global Growth Strategy News Team Thursday, May 21, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129912/starling-delivers-fifth-year-of-profitability-and-accelerates-global-growth-strategy Starling continued to lead the market in digital banking innovation, launching a suite of AI-powered tools including Spending Intelligence, Scam Intelligence and the Starling Assistant; the first agentic AI financial assistant from a UK bank. FinTech SBS’s Digital Branch Mobilises UK Banking News Aggregation Team Thursday, May 21, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129913/sbsamprsquos-digital-branch-mobilises-uk-banking SBS Digital Branch addresses both sides of that pressure by keeping branches in communities while making them economically sustainable. FinTech The Point Zero Forum in Zurich deals with the future of the global financial world from a European perspective. News Team Wednesday, May 20, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129860/the-point-zero-forum-in-zurich-deals-with-the-future-of-the-global-financial-world-from-a-european-perspective Together, these changes are intensifying the global race among major economies and corporations to build, scale, and control the next generation of financial infrastructure. FinTech Standard Chartered to acquire Zodia Custody’s custody business News Team Tuesday, May 19, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129848/standard-chartered-to-acquire-zodia-custodyamprsquos-custody-business This transaction also reinforces the strategic value of SC Ventures FinTech Fairway Group Enhances Client Onboarding Through Vaiie Strategic Partnership News Team Friday, May 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129918/fairway-group-enhances-client-onboarding-through-vaiie-strategic-partnership Vaiie has worked closely with Fairway to implement its purpose-built SaaS onboarding platform across the Group’s Jersey office, with a roadmap for future international rollout. Alternative Investments Should you consolidate your pensions? News Team Friday, May 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129919/should-you-consolidate-your-pensions Pension consolidation means bringing multiple pension pots together into one plan. Alternative Investments Why’s everybody suddenly buying Aviva shares? News Aggregation Team Friday, May 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129921/whyamprsquos-everybody-suddenly-buying-aviva-shares It captured an impressive 28.75% of buys on the platform, one of the biggest leading margins I’ve seen. Alternative Investments Europe’s crypto stress test starts with access and portability News Aggregation Team Friday, May 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129922/europeamprsquos-crypto-stress-test-starts-with-access-and-portability Vugar Usi Zade argues that European asset managers should treat crypto platform risk as a service-resilience issue alongside market risk. Alternative Investments London leads European investment despite wider UK decline News Aggregation Team Thursday, May 21, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129893/london-leads-european-investment-despite-wider-uk-decline This marked London as the leading region for investment for the third successive year. Alternative Investments Standard Life launches Sharia pension strategy News Aggregation Team Thursday, May 21, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129895/standard-life-launches-sharia-pension-strategy The retirement solutions provider has partnered with HSBC Asset Management and Franklin Templeton Alternative Investments Swiss Life achieves top-line growth in the first quarter of 2026 with fee income up 6% and premiums up 5% News Team Thursday, May 21, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129910/swiss-life-achieves-top-line-growth-in-the-first-quarter-of-2026-with-fee-income-up-6-and-premiums-up-5 Growth was supported by higher contributions from Asset Managers, owned IFAs, as well as own and third-party products and services. Alternative Investments Arbuthnot Commercial ABL provides £11.25m growth finance package for waste management group News Team Wednesday, May 20, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129870/arbuthnot-commercial-abl-provides-amppound1125m-growth-finance-package-for-waste-management-group £11.25 million growth finance package for McCarthy Marland Limited Alternative Investments UK house prices edge lower with London the clear weak spot News Team Wednesday, May 20, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129871/uk-house-prices-edge-lower-with-london-the-clear-weak-spot Even with only modest monthly moves, London is clearly bearing the brunt of tighter borrowing conditions, with buyers far more sensitive to mortgage costs than in cheaper regions. Alternative Investments L&G’s Lifetime Advantage Funds hits £25bn and surpasses 10% private markets allocation News Team Wednesday, May 20, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129875/lampampgamprsquos-lifetime-advantage-funds-hits-amppound25bn-and-surpasses-10-private-markets-allocation The milestones demonstrate continued momentum in the growth of both LAF and PMAF, underscoring strong client demand for L&G’s innovative investment solutions. Alternative Investments Crédit Agricole: dividend to watch News Aggregation Team Friday, May 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129939/crampeacutedit-agricole-dividend-to-watch The dividend will be detached on May 26 and paid starting May 28. Investment Banking Chase launches in Germany with "lock-in" interest rates. News Aggregation Team Wednesday, May 20, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129876/chase-launches-in-germany-with-ampquotlock-inampquot-interest-rates The Americans' long-announced expansion into Germany is now officially underway with the launch of their newest online bank . Investment Banking UK fines Deutsche Bank over Russian sanctions breach News Aggregation Team Wednesday, May 20, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129880/uk-fines-deutsche-bank-over-russian-sanctions-breach The case concerned payments made in 2022 for a client to Okko, a Russian video streaming platform owned by JSC New Opportunities. Investment Banking Investec strengthens European aviation finance footprint News Team Monday, May 11, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129678/investec-strengthens-european-aviation-finance-footprint Investec Corporate & Investment Banking (CIB) strengthens European aviation finance footprint with tailored funding for Ultimate Aviation Group’s offshore crew change operations. Investment Banking UniCredit signs non-binding agreement to divest part of its activities in Russia, refocusing its operations mainly around international payments News Team Friday, May 08, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129668/unicredit-signs-non-binding-agreement-to-divest-part-of-its-activities-in-russia-refocusing-its-operations-mainly-around-international-payments The parties will cooperate to finalise the transaction structure, related arrangements, and communication to the market in due course. Investment Banking UniCredit: 1Q26 Group Results - Unlimited off to a flying start News Team Tuesday, May 05, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129611/unicredit-1q26-group-results-unlimited-off-to-a-flying-start The strong commercial momentum across all businesses more than offset expected headwinds Investment Banking ABN AMRO urges: “Don’t focus on the methods of fraud, focus on the red flags” News Team Thursday, April 30, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129553/abn-amro-urges-ampldquodonamprsquot-focus-on-the-methods-of-fraud-focus-on-the-red-flagsamprdquo The combination of new techniques and this behaviour is risky. Investment Banking Barclays boosts profits with £4bn investment bank income, but sets aside £823m for loan losses News Team Tuesday, April 28, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129504/barclays-boosts-profits-with-amppound4bn-investment-bank-income-but-sets-aside-amppound823m-for-loan-losses Pre provision profit came in at £3.6 billion, a small miss versus consensus, although this would have been a modest 2% beat excluding the £105 million motor finance provision booked in the quarter. Investment Banking UniCredit SpA : Bafin prohibits impermissible advertising News Team Monday, April 27, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129470/unicredit-spa-bafin-prohibits-impermissible-advertising BaFin has ordered UniCredit SpA to refrain from inappropriate advertising in connection with the takeover process of Commerzbank AG . Investment Banking Deutsche Bank chief downplays fears over Anthropic's Mythos as European banks assess risks News Aggregation Team Tuesday, April 21, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129359/deutsche-bank-chief-downplays-fears-over-anthropicamp039s-mythos-as-european-banks-assess-risks Anthropic has restricted access to Mythos to partners in its Project Glasswing initiative and around 40 additional organisations that build or maintain critical software infrastructure. Investment Banking Six in 10 tenants say Renters’ Rights Act improves their housing protections and conditions News Team Friday, May 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129915/six-in-10-tenants-say-rentersamprsquo-rights-act-improves-their-housing-protections-and-conditions Renters are responding positively to reforms introduced through the Renters’ Rights Act which came into effect on 1 May 2026, with a significant increase in support since the legislation first passed. Comment, Analysis & Research Can AI make cutlery? - speech by Andrew Bailey News Team Friday, May 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129920/can-ai-make-cutlery-speech-by-andrew-bailey Given at the 389th Cutlers’ Feast, Cutlers’ Hall, Sheffield Comment, Analysis & Research Why a changing world is strengthening the case for sustainable investing – from system stress to structural opportunity News Team Friday, May 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129938/why-a-changing-world-is-strengthening-the-case-for-sustainable-investing-ampndash-from-system-stress-to-structural-opportunity That system spans energy, supply chains, technology, and nature. Comment, Analysis & Research Italy's Intesa among bidders for Spanish private bank Singular, sources say News Aggregation Team Thursday, May 21, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129887/italyamp039s-intesa-among-bidders-for-spanish-private-bank-singular-sources-say Intesa Sanpaolo Joins Bidders for Singular Bank as Warburg Pincus Plans Sale Comment, Analysis & Research Private credit is reshaping European football finance News Aggregation Team Thursday, May 21, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129888/private-credit-is-reshaping-european-football-finance Josh Shipley, head of European Private Credit at PGIM, sees a need for more capital in the beautiful game Comment, Analysis & Research Industry comments on the Pensions Commission report News Aggregation Team Thursday, May 21, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129899/industry-comments-on-the-pensions-commission-report Scottish Widows, Barnett Waddingham, Standard Life and TPT Retirement Solution comment on the Pensions Commission report Comment, Analysis & Research Fitch Affirms BNP Paribas' Long-Term IDR at 'AA-'; Outlook Stable News Team Wednesday, May 20, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129858/fitch-affirms-bnp-paribasamp039-long-term-idr-at-amp039aa-amp039-outlook-stable The Outlooks on the Long-Term IDRs are Stable. Comment, Analysis & Research Banking intelligence insights: Five strategic takeaways for banking leaders News Aggregation Team Wednesday, May 20, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129861/banking-intelligence-insights-five-strategic-takeaways-for-banking-leaders Banks are also seeking to leverage AI at scale to make decisions faster, using a more complete view of the customer, their balance sheet, and the market—while supporting decisions that are transparent, traceable, and defensible. Comment, Analysis & Research Barclays Research Expects Humanoid Robots to Fundamentally Reshape the Real Economy News Team Wednesday, May 20, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129862/barclays-research-expects-humanoid-robots-to-fundamentally-reshape-the-real-economy At the centre of this shift is the emergence of humanoid robots. Comment, Analysis & Research NatWest Group commits £20 billion to drive growth across the North of England over next decade News Team Wednesday, May 20, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129865/natwest-group-commits-amppound20-billion-to-drive-growth-across-the-north-of-england-over-next-decade The £20 billion ambition will support investment in areas that underpin regional growth and resilience, including energy, transport, infrastructure, regeneration and housing. Comment, Analysis & Research HMRC tax take hits £87.3bn as fiscal drag drives record PAYE News Aggregation Team Friday, May 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129936/hmrc-tax-take-hits-amppound873bn-as-fiscal-drag-drives-record-paye Quilter tax and financial planning expert Rachael Griffin said the figures “reflect the ongoing impact of frozen income tax thresholds”. Tax April sees softer CGT and IHT receipts but tax pressures continue to build News Team Friday, May 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129940/april-sees-softer-cgt-and-iht-receipts-but-tax-pressures-continue-to-build The start of a new tax year typically offers a reset for household finances, but that is increasingly not the case. Tax Six costly inheritance tax mistakes families must avoid News Team Thursday, May 21, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129903/six-costly-inheritance-tax-mistakes-families-must-avoid Head of estate planning Ian Dyall: Watch out for these commonplace ‘DIY estate planning’ misconceptions and oversights Tax Ukraine, Germany sign new double taxation avoidance agreement News Aggregation Team Thursday, May 21, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129914/ukraine-germany-sign-new-double-taxation-avoidance-agreement The new agreement updates taxation approaches in accordance with Organization of Economic Cooperation and Development standards and changes tax rates on passive income in the source state. Tax Hold and review: An approach for investments and tax News Team Wednesday, May 20, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129868/hold-and-review-an-approach-for-investments-and-tax Circumstances may change and regular review is crucial, but the aim is to accrue value over time. Tax Why inheritance tax proves Britain is grotesquely unequal News Aggregation Team Monday, May 18, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129813/why-inheritance-tax-proves-britain-is-grotesquely-unequal The real question is not whether the government can afford to, or should, tax wealth. Tax Utmost warns UTT extension could fuel further exodus of wealthy individuals News Aggregation Team Thursday, May 14, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129772/utmost-warns-utt-extension-could-fuel-further-exodus-of-wealthy-individuals The Uncertain Tax Treatment rules were first introduced in 2022 to close the tax gap Tax Seizing the 2027 Mandate: How advisers can capitalise on the end of pension IHT exemptions News Aggregation Team Tuesday, May 12, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129712/seizing-the-2027-mandate-how-advisers-can-capitalise-on-the-end-of-pension-iht-exemptions Capitalising on this shift will mean looking beyond the technicals and viewing it through with a growth and transition lens. Tax Frozen thresholds drive millions into higher tax bands | Additional rate taxpayers rocket 57% News Team Wednesday, May 06, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129617/frozen-thresholds-drive-millions-into-higher-tax-bands-additional-rate-taxpayers-rocket-57 “HMRC data reveals how the powerful tide of fiscal drag is increasing the UK tax burden by sweeping millions into higher tax brackets, and into paying tax for the first time" Tax Number of higher and additional‑rate taxpayers soar as frozen thresholds reshape the taxpaying public News Team Wednesday, April 29, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129538/number-of-higher-and-additionalrate-taxpayers-soar-as-frozen-thresholds-reshape-the-taxpaying-public This shift is no longer confined to traditionally high‑paid professions. Tax Banco Santander’s TSB Deal Recasts Its UK Retail Banking Ambitions News Aggregation Team Friday, May 22, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129937/banco-santanderamprsquos-tsb-deal-recasts-its-uk-retail-banking-ambitions The bank already has a sizeable footprint in the UK, and bringing TSB into the group adds another established brand with its own branch network and digital channels. Retail Banking Why Brits can no longer bank on the banks News Aggregation Team Thursday, May 21, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129905/why-brits-can-no-longer-bank-on-the-banks A total of 52 branch closures are slated for this month alone, meaning the Government’s newly launched ‘Access to Banking Services’ review is urgently needed. Retail Banking British Business Bank agrees ENABLE Guarantee transaction of up to £350m with Allica Bank News Team Wednesday, May 20, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129883/british-business-bank-agrees-enable-guarantee-transaction-of-up-to-amppound350m-with-allica-bank This will provide Allica with the capacity to support a significantly larger portfolio of asset finance for thousands of established UK businesses. Retail Banking Lloyds Banking Group to Phase Out Halifax Brand News Aggregation Team Tuesday, May 19, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129841/lloyds-banking-group-to-phase-out-halifax-brand By October, Halifax will stop taking on new customers entirely and existing account holders will be gradually migrated to Lloyds Bank, Retail Banking UK’s Lloyds Bank Strengthens European Institutional Presence with Luxembourg Busine News Aggregation Team Tuesday, May 12, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129724/ukamprsquos-lloyds-bank-strengthens-european-institutional-presence-with-luxembourg-busine Lloyds Bank noted that it will specifically target financial sponsors and the fund structures that are either headquartered or domiciled in the Grand Duchy. Retail Banking Commerzbank delivers strong first quarter results and aims for a net equity return of 21% by 2030 News Team Monday, May 11, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129679/commerzbank-delivers-strong-first-quarter-results-and-aims-for-a-net-equity-return-of-21-by-2030 Expectations for 2028 raised and new growth and financial targets set for 2030 Retail Banking La Banque Postale signs a strategic partnership with Mistral AI to accelerate progress in AI News Team Monday, May 11, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129682/la-banque-postale-signs-a-strategic-partnership-with-mistral-ai-to-accelerate-progress-in-ai It also includes the integration of a dedicated Mistral AI team within the bank’s development teams. Retail Banking Santander and Uber establish up to €1 billion financing platform to support European fleet growth News Team Thursday, May 07, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129649/santander-and-uber-establish-up-to-ampeuro1-billion-financing-platform-to-support-european-fleet-growth The program has been tailored towards the financing needs of professional fleet operators. Retail Banking NIB supports energy resilience in the Baltics News Team Wednesday, May 06, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129632/nib-supports-energy-resilience-in-the-baltics These investments will strengthen the energy infrastructure, increase system flexibility, and contribute to the diversification of the regional energy mix, strengthening the three Baltic countries’ energy resilience. Retail Banking ING announces new billion-euro share buyback plan after strong Q1 results News Aggregation Team Friday, May 01, 2026 1:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129570/ing-announces-new-billion-euro-share-buyback-plan-after-strong-q1-results Between the share buyback and the profit growth, the bank's share price jumped to 24.55 euros shortly after trading began on the Euronext Amsterdam exchange. Retail Banking 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 Pensions platform Guiide considers institutional funding 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 Energy security in focus: how today’s crisis is reshaping the energy transition 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 SEB Nordic Energy doubles capital – continues investing 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 Europe’s fossil fuel dependence poses risks to price stability 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 LSEG launches ESG scores and sustainability analytics suite News Aggregation Team Friday, March 13, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/128717/lseg-launches-esg-scores-and-sustainability-analytics-suite The model uses 220 standardised indicators and a sustainability-focused materiality framework that combines a revised industry classification with a double materiality approach at the business segment level. Planet SOS Investor climate concern high, but lack awareness of what funds are doing News Team Thursday, February 12, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/128181/investor-climate-concern-high-but-lack-awareness-of-what-funds-are-doing The desire to invest in a responsible and sustainable way from consumers is still very much present. Planet SOS Schroders Greencoat signs strategic MoU with leading battery maker CATL and Lochpine Capital on battery storage in Europe News Team Monday, February 02, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127982/schroders-greencoat-signs-strategic-mou-with-leading-battery-maker-catl-and-lochpine-capital-on-battery-storage-in-europe The collaboration seeks to leverage the parties’ collective expertise in green energy infrastructure and technology Planet SOS 5 must-watch sustainable investing trends for 2026 News Team Friday, January 23, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127809/5-must-watch-sustainable-investing-trends-for-2026 The year began with President Donald Trump withdrawing the US from the Paris Agreement, an action he swiftly followed by revoking environmental subsidies and regulations. Planet SOS Gore Street Capital announces first close for energy storage fund News Aggregation Team Thursday, January 22, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127801/gore-street-capital-announces-first-close-for-energy-storage-fund The article 9 fund will focus on acquiring and managing battery storage projects with 80% minimum target exposure to EU member states. Planet SOS Investec arranges £80 million investment loan for office-led St. Pancras Campus News Team Thursday, December 18, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127319/investec-arranges-amppound80-million-investment-loan-for-office-led-st-pancras-campus The new three-year facility refinances a development loan provided by Investec in 2021, following W.RE’s successful delivery of the scheme in 2024. Planet SOS Bridging the Gap: Aligning Insurance Portfolios with Sustainable Outcomes News Team Friday, December 05, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127091/bridging-the-gap-aligning-insurance-portfolios-with-sustainable-outcomes Recognising the importance of this challenge, Mercer are pleased to support Insurers For Purpose in producing a report on sustainability integration within the insurance sector. Planet SOS