Managers of Wealth - Europe http://europe.managersofwealth.com/ Thu, 08 Jan 2026 21:02:56 GMT part of MediaG8way Group http://europe.managersofwealth.com/ http://europe.managersofwealth.com/assets/images/logo.png Managers of Wealth - Europe KohanaPHP LGT Global Outlook 2026: A “world in mid-sentence,” as investors navigate recalibrating markets News Team Thursday, January 08, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127521/lgt-global-outlook-2026-a-ampldquoworld-in-mid-sentenceamprdquo-as-investors-navigate-recalibrating-markets The Outlook identifies three key themes for 2026 that are particularly relevant for diversification decisions. Wealth and Asset Management Brooks Macdonald combines Distribution and Investment teams News Team Thursday, January 08, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127523/brooks-macdonald-combines-distribution-and-investment-teams The new structure will enable closer collaboration across the organisation, allowing Brooks Macdonald to work more effectively and efficiently to serve its existing clients, broaden client reach, and maximise its investment expertise and performance. Wealth and Asset Management Hoxton Wealth’s Ball: Advisers must prioritise client relationships this year and embrace AI News Aggregation Team Thursday, January 08, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127524/hoxton-wealthamprsquos-ball-advisers-must-prioritise-client-relationships-this-year-and-embrace-ai Ball added that the increasing role of AI in 2026 won’t necessarily be disadvantageous Wealth and Asset Management DJH forms wealth management joint venture with Perspective Financial Group as it targets £100m revenues News Aggregation Team Wednesday, January 07, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127506/djh-forms-wealth-management-joint-venture-with-perspective-financial-group-as-it-targets-amppound100m-revenues The move will give the firm's clients access to 200 experienced wealth advisers in retirement planning, pensions and protection planning, working alongside its existing team of inheritance tax, trusts, wills and probate specialists. Wealth and Asset Management Saxo Reaches Key Milestone with DKK 1 Trillion in Client Assets News Team Wednesday, January 07, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127508/saxo-reaches-key-milestone-with-dkk-1-trillion-in-client-assets The bank has experienced remarkable growth in client assets in both its direct client segment and its institutional business. Wealth and Asset Management Lismor Capital Acknowledged Among the Fastest-Growing Wealth Management Firms of 2025 News Team Wednesday, January 07, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127517/lismor-capital-acknowledged-among-the-fastest-growing-wealth-management-firms-of-2025 The recognition forms part of a wider industry awards programme highlighting firms that have demonstrated exceptional growth, innovation and client focus within private wealth and asset management. Wealth and Asset Management December: A strong end to 2025 News Team Tuesday, January 06, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127467/december-a-strong-end-to-2025 Global stocks resumed their ascent in December, notching all-time highs in dollar terms. Wealth and Asset Management Julius Bär Gruppe AG: How a Quiet Swiss Wealth Engine Is Being Re?Engineered for a New Era News Aggregation Team Tuesday, January 06, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127468/julius-bampaumlr-gruppe-ag-how-a-quiet-swiss-wealth-engine-is-being-reengineered-for-a-new-era Private banking used to be about marble lobbies, discreet meetings, and opaque products. Wealth and Asset Management Elston launches multi-platform smoothed MPS News Aggregation Team Tuesday, January 06, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127469/elston-launches-multi-platform-smoothed-mps The investment management fee is 0.15 per cent and the underlying OCF is 0.40 per cent-0.46 per cent depending on risk profile. Wealth and Asset Management JM Finn shortlisted for Investment Management Firm of the Year News Team Tuesday, January 06, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127470/jm-finn-shortlisted-for-investment-management-firm-of-the-year Firm among finalists at Citywealth Magic Circle Awards 2026. Wealth and Asset Management Benjamin Marché joins Eversheds Sutherland as head of its Banking & Finance offering in Paris News Team Thursday, January 08, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127525/benjamin-marchampeacute-joins-eversheds-sutherland-as-head-of-its-banking-ampamp-finance-offering-in-paris Benjamin joins the global law firm alongside Associate Yasmina Taki. Executive Moves Novia Global appoints Mike Phillips as commercial director News Aggregation Team Thursday, January 08, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127526/novia-global-appoints-mike-phillips-as-commercial-director Phillips joins from BNP Paribas where he was also commercial director Executive Moves Alan Richardson moves to MAB to strengthen protection proposition News Aggregation Team Thursday, January 08, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127528/alan-richardson-moves-to-mab-to-strengthen-protection-proposition When mortgage brokers provide protection advice, ensuring strong customer outcomes Executive Moves Nordic Asset Manager Appoints Head of Western Switzerland News Aggregation Team Thursday, January 08, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127530/nordic-asset-manager-appoints-head-of-western-switzerland The Norwegian asset manager DNB is expanding into Western Switzerland and has recruited a regional head to lead the effort. Executive Moves Tyndall renames Downing European fund News Aggregation Team Thursday, January 08, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127531/tyndall-renames-downing-european-fund Following Tyndall’s appointment as the fund’s investment adviser Executive Moves Praxis announces senior leadership updates aligned with growth strategy News Team Thursday, January 08, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127537/praxis-announces-senior-leadership-updates-aligned-with-growth-strategy In Guernsey, Lucy Kirby (Group Head of Projects) and Samantha Le Brun have both been promoted to Director. Executive Moves VG announces six career promotions in new year growth plans News Team Thursday, January 08, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127538/vg-announces-six-career-promotions-in-new-year-growth-plans In Private Wealth, Eve Smith has been promoted to Senior Trust Officer and George Sheehy who joined VG as a trainee has gained promotion to Trust Administrator. Executive Moves Nivalion Appoints Banker as Investor Relations Manager News Aggregation Team Thursday, January 08, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127539/nivalion-appoints-banker-as-investor-relations-manager As of the beginning of the year, Nivalion appointed Kevin Vonwil as Partner and Head of Investor Relations Switzerland & Liechtenstein. Executive Moves BIL announces the appointment of Head of Communications & Branding News Team Thursday, January 08, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127540/bil-announces-the-appointment-of-head-of-communications-ampamp-branding In this role, she will oversee the Bank’s corporate communications, branding strategy, and reputation management, supporting BIL’s transformation and strategic development. Executive Moves Architect of Ticino’s Crypto Hub Joins Private Bank News Aggregation Team Thursday, January 08, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127542/architect-of-ticinoamprsquos-crypto-hub-joins-private-bank With this move, the Swiss unit of Banque Internationale à Luxembourg gains a seasoned expert at the intersection of the public sector Executive Moves Fiscal drag to pull 35,000 more families into child benefit charge News Aggregation Team Wednesday, January 07, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127503/fiscal-drag-to-pull-35000-more-families-into-child-benefit-charge The increase is attributed to fiscal drag, where frozen tax thresholds intersect with rising nominal incomes, pushing more parents into the eligibility bracket without any real-terms increase in wealth. Legal, Regulation & Compliance FCA opens investigation into claims management company News Aggregation Team Tuesday, January 06, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127475/fca-opens-investigation-into-claims-management-company The FCA is investigating what customers were told about the amount of redress they might obtain, whether they were told they could make a claim for free, and whether they were pressurised to sign up. Legal, Regulation & Compliance ESAs’ Joint Board of Appeal rules on reimbursement of costs in an appeal brought by NOVIS News Team Tuesday, January 06, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127476/esasamprsquo-joint-board-of-appeal-rules-on-reimbursement-of-costs-in-an-appeal-brought-by-novis Insurance Company against the European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority (EIOPA) Legal, Regulation & Compliance Consultation on the UK Treasury bill market News Team Tuesday, January 06, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127486/consultation-on-the-uk-treasury-bill-market The government welcomes views from all interested parties, and in particular from current and potential participants in the T-bill market. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Picture this! Central bank visuals across five continents News Team Tuesday, January 06, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127487/picture-this-central-bank-visuals-across-five-continents And these are not just economists, bankers and financial analysts, but also the general public. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Czech Central Bank Chief Says Policy Will Need to Remain Tight News Aggregation Team Monday, January 05, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127448/czech-central-bank-chief-says-policy-will-need-to-remain-tight Policymakers in Prague held the benchmark rate at 3.5% for a fifth meeting in December. Legal, Regulation & Compliance FCA goes public with claims company investigation after court battle News Aggregation Team Monday, January 05, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127449/fca-goes-public-with-claims-company-investigation-after-court-battle The enforcement investigation into the claims management company (CMC) follows concerns about its advertising and sales tactics in relation to potential claims, who are then referred to law firms. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Euro Zone’s Growing Eastern Wing Wants Seat at ECB’s Top Table News Aggregation Team Monday, January 05, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127451/euro-zoneamprsquos-growing-eastern-wing-wants-seat-at-ecbamprsquos-top-table Even if they lose out, three other vacancies on the six-member Executive Board are up for grabs by the end of 2027. Legal, Regulation & Compliance BoE stats reveal savers ploughed £5.1bn into ISAs in lead up to budget News Team Monday, January 05, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127459/boe-stats-reveal-savers-ploughed-amppound51bn-into-isas-in-lead-up-to-budget Households deposited an additional £8.1bn with banks and building societies in November, up considerably from £6.7bn in October. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Supporting Weltix on Italy’s first tokenised structured note News Team Friday, January 02, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127430/supporting-weltix-on-italyamprsquos-first-tokenised-structured-note Simmons & Simmons has advised Weltix on Italy’s first structured note recorded on a public blockchain Legal, Regulation & Compliance Lloyds leads UK banking shift to blockchain technology News Aggregation Team Thursday, January 08, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127522/lloyds-leads-uk-banking-shift-to-blockchain-technology The initiative aims to speed up transactions and cut costs in various areas of the business. Changes are underway in how the institution handles trade documentation. FinTech UK fintech stamps its authority on Europe but faces global threats News Aggregation Team Thursday, January 08, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127536/uk-fintech-stamps-its-authority-on-europe-but-faces-global-threats A surge in investment in the second half of 2025 helped UK fintech hold onto the second place spot for total investment. FinTech Majority of UK firms exposed to cyber-threats amid AI transformation push News Aggregation Team Wednesday, January 07, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127512/majority-of-uk-firms-exposed-to-cyber-threats-amid-ai-transformation-push However, amid a dire situation, it was a risk many firms felt was worth the leap of faith. FinTech Broadridge Completes Acquisition of Acolin, Unlocking Seamless Cross-Border Distribution and Enhanced Data-Driven Solutions for Clients News Team Tuesday, January 06, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127493/broadridge-completes-acquisition-of-acolin-unlocking-seamless-cross-border-distribution-and-enhanced-data-driven-solutions-for-clients The acquisition expands Broadridge’s distribution solutions for asset managers FinTech Ethereum and Neobanks: A New Era of Financial Services News Aggregation Team Monday, January 05, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127444/ethereum-and-neobanks-a-new-era-of-financial-services They leverage decentralized finance (DeFi) principles to deliver crucial banking services without the hurdles set by traditional banks. FinTech European Banking Job Cuts: The Stunning 200,000 Workforce Reduction as AI Takes Command News Aggregation Team Friday, January 02, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127431/european-banking-job-cuts-the-stunning-200000-workforce-reduction-as-ai-takes-command The relentless push for operational efficiency, now supercharged by AI, is compelling institutions to shutter physical branches and automate core functions at an unprecedented scale. FinTech Cryptocurrency users must share details with HMRC in crackdown on tax evasion News Aggregation Team Friday, January 02, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127432/cryptocurrency-users-must-share-details-with-hmrc-in-crackdown-on-tax-evasion Individuals who have sold crypto for a profit during the 2024-25 tax year may have reporting and tax obligations and be required to file a tax return before 31 January 2026. FinTech Family offices boost crypto exposure, but experts warn on volatility going into 2026 News Aggregation Team Wednesday, December 31, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127420/family-offices-boost-crypto-exposure-but-experts-warn-on-volatility-going-into-2026 The fall in crypto prices in the fourth quarter has impacted sentiment among family offices FinTech Old meets new economy: AI boom to supercharge European banks' rally News Aggregation Team Wednesday, December 31, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127421/old-meets-new-economy-ai-boom-to-supercharge-european-banksamp039-rally Banks have started to use AI to improve operational efficiency and fraud detection, as well as to reduce staff costs. FinTech Tikkie celebrates new record year and surpasses threshold of one billion payment requests News Aggregation Team Tuesday, December 30, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127415/tikkie-celebrates-new-record-year-and-surpasses-threshold-of-one-billion-payment-requests Annual records have been broken once again, marking a notable milestone: one billion paid Tikkies since the app’s launch in 2016. FinTech Evergreen funds: from concept to reality News Aggregation Team Thursday, January 08, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127527/evergreen-funds-from-concept-to-reality These perpetual vehicles offer ongoing capital raising, investor liquidity options, and long-term growth without the constraints of a predetermined end date. Alternative Investments CVC DIF to acquire leading Iberian parking infrastructure platform iPark from Elliott Investment Management News Team Thursday, January 08, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127532/cvc-dif-to-acquire-leading-iberian-parking-infrastructure-platform-ipark-from-elliott-investment-management With this investment, CVC DIF will support iPark’s management team in pursuing the company’s next phase of growth across Iberia, while continuing to enhance its operations. Alternative Investments Majority of advisers have no plans to offer simplified advice News Aggregation Team Thursday, January 08, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127533/majority-of-advisers-have-no-plans-to-offer-simplified-advice The study also found that 46% of advisers are planning on taking on more clients this year. Alternative Investments Janus Henderson launches global equity fund in exclusivity deal with HSBC PB News Aggregation Team Thursday, January 08, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127541/janus-henderson-launches-global-equity-fund-in-exclusivity-deal-with-hsbc-pb The fund will be available only to HSBC Private Bank clients for a six month period. Alternative Investments UK funds return to inflows in November in six-month high News Aggregation Team Thursday, January 08, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127544/uk-funds-return-to-inflows-in-november-in-six-month-high Investors’ risk-off sentiment continues however with consistent outflows across equities Alternative Investments 21Shares ventures into uncharted territory News Aggregation Team Wednesday, January 07, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127502/21shares-ventures-into-uncharted-territory Even after the change in ownership, 21Shares remains committed to Switzerland. Alternative Investments Broadstone breaches £1bn premium milestone as small scheme de-risking surges News Aggregation Team Wednesday, January 07, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127504/broadstone-breaches-amppound1bn-premium-milestone-as-small-scheme-de-risking-surges Broadstone confirmed it advised on 36 BPA transactions through the platform in 2025 alone, insuring the benefits of over 5,000 members. Alternative Investments L&G partners with HSBC UK to enhance customer access to guaranteed income solutions News Team Wednesday, January 07, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127510/lampampg-partners-with-hsbc-uk-to-enhance-customer-access-to-guaranteed-income-solutions The partnership gives customers direct access to L&G's annuity products through HSBC UK’s website, providing solutions for those seeking a guaranteed retirement income. Alternative Investments Royal London launches global equity tilt fund News Aggregation Team Wednesday, January 07, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127518/royal-london-launches-global-equity-tilt-fund The fund is designed to help clients access broad global equity market exposure at a comparatively low cost, while managing the portfolio’s carbon footprint. Alternative Investments Thematic ETF assets surged nearly 50% in 2025 News Aggregation Team Tuesday, January 06, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127471/thematic-etf-assets-surged-nearly-50-in-2025 Technology and climate change themes together accounted for nearly half of total thematic ETF assets and inflowss, with healthcare also attracting interest. Alternative Investments Deutsche Bank tries to put its many crises behind it News Aggregation Team Thursday, January 08, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127535/deutsche-bank-tries-to-put-its-many-crises-behind-it German banking behemoth sees its shares trade above book value for first time since the 2008 financial crash Investment Banking New boss for Santander after £2.65bn TSB deal News Aggregation Team Monday, January 05, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127463/new-boss-for-santander-after-amppound265bn-tsb-deal Mike Regnier, announced in the wake of the TSB deal that he would step down by the end of March 2026. Investment Banking Can Barclays shares do it all over again in 2026? News Aggregation Team Friday, January 02, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127434/can-barclays-shares-do-it-all-over-again-in-2026 This high interest rate was then maintained for another year. Investment Banking Intesa Sanpaolo Strengthens Its Focus on the Middle East: Imi Cib Solidifies Its Role as a Strategic Partner in the Gulf Region News Team Friday, January 02, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127441/intesa-sanpaolo-strengthens-its-focus-on-the-middle-east-imi-cib-solidifies-its-role-as-a-strategic-partner-in-the-gulf-region These activities are further complemented by advisory and interest rate hedging operations. Investment Banking Investment banks expect UK borrowing costs to fall further in 2026 News Aggregation Team Wednesday, December 17, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127309/investment-banks-expect-uk-borrowing-costs-to-fall-further-in-2026 Gilts will outshine global peers, helped by BoE rate cuts, Wall Street lenders predict Investment Banking UniCredit Unpacked: onemarkets surpasses €1bn AUM in Greece – a major milestone in our Alpha Bank partnership News Team Tuesday, December 16, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127279/unicredit-unpacked-onemarkets-surpasses-ampeuro1bn-aum-in-greece-ampndash-a-major-milestone-in-our-alpha-bank-partnership This achievement reflects the strength of our partnership with Alpha Bank and the power of UniCredit’s product factories to deliver value in high-growth markets. Investment Banking Two out of three entrepreneurs want to stop within 10 years, but business succession falters News Team Thursday, December 04, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127071/two-out-of-three-entrepreneurs-want-to-stop-within-10-years-but-business-succession-falters This is evident from the Sector Forecasts 2026-2027 published today by ABN AMRO. Investment Banking A Strengthened Cross-Border Alliance: UniCredit and Alpha Bank Advance Joint Agenda News Team Thursday, November 27, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/126939/a-strengthened-cross-border-alliance-unicredit-and-alpha-bank-advance-joint-agenda Both organizations reaffirmed their shared ambition to shape one of the most effective and comprehensive cross-border banking collaborations in Europe. Investment Banking ING Bank Śląski takes full control of Goldman Sachs TFI by acquiring remaining 55% stake News Team Wednesday, November 19, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/126785/ing-bank-%C5%9Bl%C4%85ski-takes-full-control-of-goldman-sachs-tfi-by-acquiring-remaining-55-stake ING Bank Śląski holds the current 45% of Goldman Sachs TFI since 2019 Investment Banking Scaling the Global Hausbank: Deutsche Bank launches new phase of growth and value creation News Team Tuesday, November 18, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/126733/scaling-the-global-hausbank-deutsche-bank-launches-new-phase-of-growth-and-value-creation Deutsche Bank’s goal is to tap significant further growth potential, building on its position as the trusted partner for clients in a changing environment. Investment Banking Nicolò Di Giacomo, Head of Family Office at Banor, on trends in the asset management industry News Aggregation Team Thursday, January 08, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127529/nicolampograve-di-giacomo-head-of-family-office-at-banor-on-trends-in-the-asset-management-industry This deep-dive conversation provided invaluable insights for ultra-high-net-worth families, investors, and finance professionals. Comment, Analysis & Research Total value of M&A activity in UK financial services doubled in 2025 News Team Thursday, January 08, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127534/total-value-of-mampampa-activity-in-uk-financial-services-doubled-in-2025 UK banks, insurers and asset managers publicly disclosed 337 deals between January and the end of December 2025, down from the record high of 378 in 2024. Comment, Analysis & Research Legacy in Transition: European Wealth Planning Enters a New Era – Insights from Alexandra Geiger News Aggregation Team Wednesday, January 07, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127498/legacy-in-transition-european-wealth-planning-enters-a-new-era-ampndash-insights-from-alexandra-geiger Advisers need to integrate structural knowledge, cultural understanding, and legal foresight to address the evolving needs of sophisticated clients. Comment, Analysis & Research Investing in real estate: opportunities and perspectives in Switzerland and abroad News Team Wednesday, January 07, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127499/investing-in-real-estate-opportunities-and-perspectives-in-switzerland-and-abroad In most countries, real estate prices have been moving up in real terms over the past 22 years. Comment, Analysis & Research Special report: Real estate data quality – a growing challenge News Aggregation Team Wednesday, January 07, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127511/special-report-real-estate-data-quality-ampndash-a-growing-challenge The ability to utilise reliable, high-quality data is becoming ever more critical for building investor confidence and maintaining a competitive advantage. Comment, Analysis & Research Top 10 trends in private wealth for 2026 News Team Tuesday, January 06, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127477/top-10-trends-in-private-wealth-for-2026 As populist governments sweep across the world, long-held assumptions around globalisation, territorial sovereignty and even democracy are up for debate. Comment, Analysis & Research These UK cities have the most job vacancies per capita right now News Aggregation Team Monday, January 05, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127445/these-uk-cities-have-the-most-job-vacancies-per-capita-right-now Manchester grabbed second place but trailed far behind with 7,827 vacancies per 100,000 people. Comment, Analysis & Research Asia’s wealthy turn to Switzerland to park assets News Aggregation Team Monday, January 05, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127447/asiaamprsquos-wealthy-turn-to-switzerland-to-park-assets Swiss private banks report rising demand from Asian family offices and rich individuals to book assets in Europe Comment, Analysis & Research Annual house prices stagnate as affordability pressures dampen activity News Team Monday, January 05, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127458/annual-house-prices-stagnate-as-affordability-pressures-dampen-activity On an annual basis, prices are just 0.6% higher than a year ago, underlining that activity has been subdued and house prices have stagnated. Comment, Analysis & Research Lloyds Banking Group: How a 250-Year-Old Giant Is Rebuilding as a Digital-First Bank News Aggregation Team Friday, January 02, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127428/lloyds-banking-group-how-a-250-year-old-giant-is-rebuilding-as-a-digital-first-bank Lloyds Banking Group is not the kind of brand that usually makes tech headlines. It is a UK high-street staple, better known for mortgages and branch queues than agile engineering sprints. Comment, Analysis & Research HMRC reveals fiscal drag to push 35,000 more families into the Child Benefit tax charge News Team Tuesday, January 06, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127492/hmrc-reveals-fiscal-drag-to-push-35000-more-families-into-the-child-benefit-tax-charge The projected increase of roughly 35,000 reflects the drag of frozen tax thresholds and static benefit parameters against rising nominal incomes. Tax It’s Official: Italy Raises Its Flat Tax to €300,000 News Aggregation Team Friday, January 02, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127429/itamprsquos-official-italy-raises-its-flat-tax-to-ampeuro300000 Marco Mesina breaks down Italy's new €300,000 flat tax and why ultra-z Tax What UK expats need to know about tax post-Autumn Budget News Aggregation Team Monday, December 29, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127405/what-uk-expats-need-to-know-about-tax-post-autumn-budget People who work abroad need to be aware of what constitutes a non-resident. Tax State pensioners face 'two-tier' income tax rule from HMRC next year News Aggregation Team Monday, December 29, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127409/state-pensioners-face-amp039two-tieramp039-income-tax-rule-from-hmrc-next-year A two-tier system has been mooted for retirees solely on new state pension and those on private schemes. Tax Tax receipts provide little Christmas cheer for households but IHT tax take does slow News Team Friday, December 19, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127348/tax-receipts-provide-little-christmas-cheer-for-households-but-iht-tax-take-does-slow These figures will certainly bring some Christmas cheer to the Treasury even if it represents a nation paying ever more tax. Tax Old Mill proud to be part of Kinbrook Group’s national ranking News Team Friday, December 12, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127225/old-mill-proud-to-be-part-of-kinbrook-groupamprsquos-national-ranking This national recognition reflects the strength and momentum of the Group as it brings together a growing network of high-performing firms delivering expert accountancy, wealth management, financial planning, legal, and advisory services across the UK. Tax HSBC to pay about $300 million to settle French tax probe, Bloomberg News reports News Aggregation Team Wednesday, December 10, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127173/hsbc-to-pay-about-300-million-to-settle-french-tax-probe-bloomberg-news-reports HSBC, in October, said it ​had made a $300 million provision against the investigations. Tax How you can beat the 60% tax trap News Team Tuesday, December 09, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127161/how-you-can-beat-the-60-tax-trap Believe it or not, there can be a downside to having income of £100,000 or more – a 60% tax bill. As an increasing number of people get caught in the 60% tax trap, we outline some simple steps to help you avoid it. Tax HNWIs have no written record of what they have gifted to loved ones complicating IHT News Aggregation Team Tuesday, December 09, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127162/hnwis-have-no-written-record-of-what-they-have-gifted-to-loved-ones-complicating-iht This is a smart way to manage inheritance tax (IHT), but only if the right records are kept and put in writing. Tax Autumn Budget 2025 deep dive: What Rachel Reeves’ tax reforms mean for private wealth and high-value property News Aggregation Team Thursday, December 04, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127065/autumn-budget-2025-deep-dive-what-rachel-reevesamprsquo-tax-reforms-mean-for-private-wealth-and-high-value-property Her point is hard to dispute. One of the most eye-catching measures is probably the so-called Mansion Tax, an annual council tax surcharge of at least £2,500 on properties valued above £2 million. Tax NatWest Group plc: How a Legacy Bank Is Rebuilding Itself as a Digital Platform News Aggregation Team Monday, January 05, 2026 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127460/natwest-group-plc-how-a-legacy-bank-is-rebuilding-itself-as-a-digital-platform Retail banking used to be about who had the most branches on the high street. Retail Banking NatWest issues major announcement for customers who are social renters News Aggregation Team Monday, December 29, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127408/natwest-issues-major-announcement-for-customers-who-are-social-renters The bank has announced the expansion of its ringfenced social rent loan fund Retail Banking CaixaBank evolves its sponsorship activations through intergenerational bonds and football clubs News Team Monday, December 29, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127411/caixabank-evolves-its-sponsorship-activations-through-intergenerational-bonds-and-football-clubs As the official bank of the participating clubs, CaixaBank wants to honour these loyal families by offering them the chance to enjoy unforgettable experiences alongside their teams. Retail Banking Crédit Agricole named best bank in France for the 3rd year running News Team Wednesday, December 24, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127401/crampeacutedit-agricole-named-best-bank-in-france-for-the-3rd-year-running The jury was impressed by several of the initiatives selected to illustrate Crédit Agricole’s model and its commitment to continuously providing its customers with better support and addressing societal challenges. Retail Banking Atom Bank completes largest Scottish deal News Aggregation Team Thursday, December 18, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127333/atom-bank-completes-largest-scottish-deal Both properties are high-quality office facilities, multi-storey and with occupants ranging from professional firms to national PLCs. Retail Banking Generali and France's BPCE scrap plans to merge asset management units News Aggregation Team Friday, December 12, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127223/generali-and-franceamp039s-bpce-scrap-plans-to-merge-asset-management-units Generali in January signed a non-binding accord with BPCE to combine their asset management units - Generali Investment Holding and Natixis Investment Managers - and create Europe's largest asset manager by revenue. Retail Banking StreamBank unveils simplified bridging product range News Aggregation Team Friday, December 12, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127224/streambank-unveils-simplified-bridging-product-range Loans are available from £100,000 to £3 million, with options for both FCA regulated and unregulated cases. Retail Banking NatWest Group joins finance firms to launch UK Retail Investment Campaign News Team Wednesday, December 10, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127186/natwest-group-joins-finance-firms-to-launch-uk-retail-investment-campaign The industry-wide campaign is supported by His Majesty’s Treasury (HMT), the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), and the Money and Pensions Service (MaPS), with the Investment Association (IA) acting as Secretariat. Retail Banking Lloyds completes its first India–UK digital Letter of Credit on WaveBL News Team Thursday, December 04, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127072/lloyds-completes-its-first-indiaampndashuk-digital-letter-of-credit-on-wavebl It was executed entirely through the WaveBL platform and demonstrates how digital trade is shifting from long processing cycles to almost real-time execution. Retail Banking NatWest signs four university partnerships to fuel UK entrepreneurial growth News Team Friday, November 28, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/126968/natwest-signs-four-university-partnerships-to-fuel-uk-entrepreneurial-growth Universities of Oxford, Manchester, Brighton and York sign Entrepreneur partnerships with Britain’s biggest bank for business. Retail Banking 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 Northern Trust Supports AMF News Team Monday, February 21, 2022 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/98943/northern-trust-supports-amf The implementation of the directive demanded important changes and enhancements to pension fund providers’ business models spanning risk management, governance and member communications. Pensions 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 European Investment Fund pledges €70 million to Klima2, Alantra’s next Energy Transition growth fund News Team Wednesday, November 26, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/126901/european-investment-fund-pledges-ampeuro70-million-to-klima2-alantraamprsquos-next-energy-transition-growth-fund The fund will leverage the Klima team’s extensive pan-European experience in energy investments and its network of sector and operational partners across the energy transition ecosystem. Planet SOS Europe leads pledging effort in campaign mobilising €15.5 billion for clean energy in Africa News Team Tuesday, November 25, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/126875/europe-leads-pledging-effort-in-campaign-mobilising-ampeuro155-billion-for-clean-energy-in-africa The European Union led the pledging effort, with more than €15.1 billion. Planet SOS Investec sole MLA & bookrunner on £360m AMP Clean Energy debt for Asterion & NWF News Team Thursday, November 20, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/126792/investec-sole-mla-ampamp-bookrunner-on-amppound360m-amp-clean-energy-debt-for-asterion-ampamp-nwf AMP is a diversified distributed energy company with ~300MW of installed capacity in the UK across heat production, electricity production, and electricity storage. Planet SOS ESG Economist - Natural gas remains an industrial lifeline News Team Wednesday, November 19, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/126768/esg-economist-natural-gas-remains-an-industrial-lifeline In this analysis, we examine the largest sources of CO2 emissions in manufacturing, particularly from companies in energy-intensive industrial subsectors in the EU. Planet SOS EBRD backs cement leader in push for low-carbon future News Team Wednesday, November 19, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/126786/ebrd-backs-cement-leader-in-push-for-low-carbon-future In 2024, the EBRD successfully provided a €25 million loan to finance investment in the decarbonisation of Çimsa’s plant in Eskişehir – the first time the EBRD had invested in the Turkish cement sector. Planet SOS Deutsche Bank sets new 2030 sustainable and transition finance target, and publishes its initial Transition Finance Framework News Team Tuesday, November 18, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/126730/deutsche-bank-sets-new-2030-sustainable-and-transition-finance-target-and-publishes-its-initial-transition-finance-framework The bank underpinned its focus on nature-related solutions with a new nature transaction ambition. Planet SOS European Commission announces Sustainable Transport Investment Plan to advance low-and-no-carbon fuels News Aggregation Team Monday, November 17, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/126702/european-commission-announces-sustainable-transport-investment-plan-to-advance-low-and-no-carbon-fuels A key focus of the package is to support production of e-fuels, a pathway considered critical to decarbonising air and sea transport, but with no European projects yet achieving final investment decision. Planet SOS Integrating sustainability risks, a major challenge News Aggregation Team Monday, November 10, 2025 12:00 am http://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/126585/integrating-sustainability-risks-a-major-challenge The insurance world was one of the first to integrate climate risk into its approaches. Planet SOS