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Santander announces changes to its branch network as it continues to transform for the future

Santander Locals provide face-to-face support for customers in areas where a branch has been closed, and a Banking Hub is not required.

CaixaBank posts a net profit of €5.89 billion in 2025, up 1.8%, driven by strong business growth

CaixaBank, with more than €664 billion in assets, serves 20.7 million customers in Spain and Portugal through a network of over 4,500 branches.

Mattioli Woods partners with J.P. Morgan to boost Centralised Investment Proposition

Under the agreement, J.P. Morgan Asset Management will design and manage a suite of bespoke global multi-asset, growth-tilted portfolios built exclusively for Mattioli Woods.

Deutsche Bank hits 2025 financial targets with record full-year and fourth-quarter profits

Deutsche Bank has announced a record profit before tax of € 9.7 billion for 2025, up 84% compared to 2024.

Intesa Sanpaolo takes over Reyl completely and appoints a new CEO

Fideuram – Intesa Sanpaolo Private Banking has acquired the remaining approximately 24 percent of the Swiss company Reyl Intesa Sanpaolo.

The advantages of private banking with Lombard Odier

The advantages of private banking go beyond managing assets; it’s about creating a trusted partnership that evolves with your ambitions and the world around you.

Where will the fixed income sweet spot be in 2026?

Solid – but not overheated – growth could create fertile ground for carry-focused fixed income strategies in 2026.

Fairstone predicts another record year for DBO acquisition programme

The wealth management group is forecasting a 30% increase in DBO sign-ups in 2026

BEKB confirms its financial strength with a good annual result

With targeted investments in employees, processes, and digitalization, BEKB further solidified its role as a stable and reliable partner for its customers.

M&G subsidiary wins German family office mandate

It reflects our belief that dedicated emerging market investments can generate strong financial returns

SJP hits £220bn in FUM

The final quarter also saw elevated short-term outflows, as many clients accelerated tax-free cash (TFC) withdrawals from their pensions in anticipation of reduced TFC allowances.

Titan Wealth acquires Sound Financial Management Limited

The acquisition is subject to regulatory approval from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).

Utmost analyses expat tax regimes in Winter 2026 Navigator

Paul explores Utmost’s financial strength, technical expertise and strategic commitment alongside his predictions for three trends to shape the industry’s future in 2026 and beyond.

JM Finn opens fifth office in Cheltenham

New office is up and running with a five-strong team

True Potential makes significant enhancement to fund range with appointment of Amundi as strategic partner

The appointment represents a further evolution of True Potential Investment’s proposition, with Amundi partnering on an exclusive basis to co-design a unique strategic asset allocation framework.

JPMorgan Plans More Private Bank Hires to Cater to France’s Rich

The lender plans to increase staff numbers “significantly” after boosting them by about 10% last year, she said.

SJP ups UK equities positions and makes EMD move

Wealth manager seeking to adapt to a ‘late-cycle market environment’

Morgan Stanley and Rothschild & Co lead European M&A financial advisory in 2025

Morgan Stanley advised on transactions with a combined value of $109.5bn during the year, topping the value chart.

Norway’s Formue plans to unfreeze Europe’s wealth management landscape

Nordic wealth manager Formue is looking to scale its hybrid advisory model across Europe, without compromising its focus on clients, encompassing their purpose, family and legacy

Formula 1 and Standard Chartered announce Official Partnership

This iconic partnership unites two organisations defined by the relentless pursuit of performance and distinctive global connectivity.

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