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State Street Supports Columbia Threadneedle UCITS ETF Launch

The first active exchange-traded funds issued by Columbia Threadneedle Investments in Europe

Harvest further strengthens its pan-European footprint with the acquisition of Firstance

HARVEST is a well-established European software vendor specialising in the advisory workflows of the wealth management sector.

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.

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.

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.

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.

UK funds return to inflows in November in six-month high

Investors’ risk-off sentiment continues however with consistent outflows across equities

21Shares ventures into uncharted territory

Even after the change in ownership, 21Shares remains committed to Switzerland.

Broadstone breaches £1bn 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.

L&G 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.

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.

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.

Capula Investment Management’s performance fees drop 48%

The hedge fund’s revenue fell almost 20% for the year ended 31 March 2025, new accounts show

Navigating the future with life insurance

Life insurance sits at the heart of Aegon’s strategy, and our ambition to become a leading US life insurance and retirement group.

Vanguard launches proxy voting pilot for UK professional investors

The passives giant says the new pilot scheme responds to growing client demand for greater involvement in stewardship decisions.

Interpath Advisory to be acquired by Bridgepoint Capital

The deal created the largest independent corporate turnaround firm in Britain

Achieving service consistency in the banking ecosystem

The collaboration focused on reducing handling times, improving service quality, and ensuring seamless experiences across an expanding product portfolio.

UK's Oakley Capital to acquire GLAS in $1.35 billion deal, Sky News reports

Canadian pension fund La Caisse was co-investing in the deal alongside Oakley Capital, Sky News said citing banking sources.

Mastering the Margins: Frédéric Sauvage on Scale, Stability, and the Strategic Evolution of Life Insurance in Europe

This focus on operational mastery helps explain why some insurers are pulling back from certain markets, while others, like Baloise, are doubling down on jurisdictions they know well.

Financial advisor takes the plunge into the city on the Rhone River

Pensexpert, a provider specializing in individual pension solutions, is opening an office in Geneva at Cours des Bastions, thereby strengthening its presence in western Switzerland.

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