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7IM pledges ‘genuine value’ for advisers in multimillion growth plans

The company is also rolling out the first of many updates, after having spent time in 2025 “getting a great team, tech and roadmap in place”.

SNB sees Swiss banks well placed to face challenges, UBS well capitalised

UBS has enough capital to satisfy planned Swiss reforms, central bank says

Canaccord Wealth launches MPS for UK-based US expats

The new model portfolios aim to address a gap in the market for expats, who face tax rules from both the UK and US

Barclays acquires Global Headquarters at One Churchill Place from CWG

The acquisition also supports Barclays’ ongoing investment in its workplace, enabling the creation of high-quality, flexible space for colleagues as working patterns and business needs continue to evolve.

Schroders close to selling its financial planning arm for more than £200mn

UK asset manager aims to dispose of Benchmark Capital to Söderberg & Partners

NatWest Group announces the completion of the acquisition of Evelyn Partners

The Transaction creates the UK's leading Private Banking and Wealth Management (“PBWM”) business.

Pictet Asset Management Launches First European Active ETFs Driven by AI

The launch follows the success of Pictet - Quest AI-Driven Global Equities, a Luxembourg-domiciled UCITS fund introduced in March 2024.

Objectway acquires Swiss private banking technology business from FNZ to strengthen its pan-European positioning

Objectway welcomes a team of over 160 professionals, bringing their expertise and professionalism honed in developing innovative, award-winning solutions for over 40 private banks

AI widens gap between scalable and struggling wealth firms, study shows

The report, Built to Scale, is based on a survey of 300 senior professionals across banks, wealth and asset managers in the UK, continental Europe and Canada.

Sygnum Europe Leverages Global Banking Platform and Products In Expanded EU Market Access

As the MiCAR transition period ends, Sygnum Europe smoothly shifts into operating-mode under the new regime with its licence in Liechtenstein.

Corient Accelerates European Growth With the Addition of Letus Private Office

Leading French multi-family office with approximately US$5 billion in assets is Corient’s fourth European acquisition, growing firm’s global assets to approximately US$523 billion

Global Wealth Report 2026: Global wealth rose over 10% in 2025

The latest edition of the UBS Global Wealth Report shows a broad-based increase in personal wealth, driven by strong financial markets and rising non‑financial assets, with average wealth growing faster than global economic output.

UK GDP confirms strong start to 2026 but momentum may fade

That leaves the risk of renewed volatility in energy prices firmly in place, which continues to cloud the outlook for inflation and continues to negatively impact consumer and business confidence.

Building True Partnerships Through Strategic Alignment, Vision and Culture

Morrison highlights how Objectway’s ability to understand the firm’s objectives and respond to changing client expectations has made the partnership a key driver of operational agility and service excellence.

Interview with Mr. Olivier Calloud, Chief Executive Officer of Piguet Galland & Cie SA

Today, International Banker is joined by Olivier Calloud, CEO of Piguet Galland, to discuss the bank’s financial performance, their approach to client relationship management and the impact of AI on the bank and the wider private-banking industry.

Ardshinbank Named Armenia’s Best Bank in Four Categories by the Global Banking & Finance Review Awards

Global Banking & Finance Review is a renowned international platform that annually recognizes the achievements of financial institutions in innovation, service quality, management excellence, and contributions to the development of financial markets.

Schroder UK Mid Cap Fund plc - Half-Year Results

UK mid caps now sit at multi-decade valuation lows relative to their own history, to UK large caps, and to most developed market peers.

Amundi Asia Workshop: Accelerating growth in Asia, Amundi’s second home market

Amundi has been deeply rooted in the Asian region for more than 50 years and built a comprehensive local setup.

Santander publishes AI projects under an Open Source licence to ramp up shared innovation

Banco Santander remains at the forefront of AI development by offering public repositories on Open Source to foster technical cooperation and shared learning.

Vontobel gives young artists a big stage

The connection between wealth management and art has a long tradition at Vontobel .

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