https://europe.managersofwealth.com/ Wed, 14 Jan 2026 18:11:27 GMT part of MediaG8way Group https://europe.managersofwealth.com/ https://europe.managersofwealth.com/assets/images/logo.png KohanaPHP News Aggregation Team Wednesday, January 14, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127638/st-jamesamprsquos-place-cio-how-the-ukamprsquos-largest-wealth-manager-thinks-about-etfs The wrapper is playing a growing role in the UK's largest multi-asset fund-on-funds Wealth and Asset Management News Aggregation Team Wednesday, January 14, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127645/rothschild-and-ruffer-alumni-launch-investment-firm CIE Partners has been established by Katie Moran and Jenny Renton. Wealth and Asset Management News Aggregation Team Wednesday, January 14, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127646/liontrust-may-be-amplsquoturning-a-corneramprsquo-despite-another-amppound1bn-outflow CEO John Ions pointed to institutional net inflows of £330m as one bright spot to end the year. Wealth and Asset Management News Team Wednesday, January 14, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127647/jade-fellowes-shortlisted-for-woman-of-the-year-ampndash-professional-services-at-the-citywealth-powerwomen-awards-2026 The awards ceremony will take place on 4 March 2026 in London, bringing together leaders from across the global wealth sector. Wealth and Asset Management News Team Tuesday, January 13, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127608/bergos-gets-new-operational-management He will support the transition of CEO responsibilities to the new management until the summer and will remain closely and amicably connected to Bergos thereafter. Wealth and Asset Management News Team Tuesday, January 13, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127609/lgt-and-llb-establish-liechtensteinisches-pfandbriefinstitut The new institute closes a gap in the Liechtenstein capital market and strengthens the long-term stability of the financial centre. Wealth and Asset Management News Aggregation Team Tuesday, January 13, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127611/ubs-boss-sergio-ermotti-plans-to-step-down-in-april-2027 Race for coveted role comes as bank fights Swiss government over threat of more stringent capital buffers Wealth and Asset Management News Team Tuesday, January 13, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127612/gentwo-adds-binance-as-exchange-option-for-digital-asset-products For clients building sophisticated digital asset investment products and strategies, Binance's scale provides the execution reliability, security, and depth required for institutional-grade solutions. Wealth and Asset Management News Team Tuesday, January 13, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127613/leonteq-receives-bafin-license-extension This marks an important step in the expansion of its retail flow business in the German market. Wealth and Asset Management News Team Tuesday, January 13, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127614/quilter-launches-smoothed-funds-in-partnership-with-standard-life Each fund invests across a diversified mix of assets, including equities, bonds, alternatives, and money market instruments such as cash, typically through third-party funds. Wealth and Asset Management News Aggregation Team Wednesday, January 14, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127636/nacfb-appoints-two-new-lender-directors-to-its-board-for-2026 Jon Wilcox of Lloyds Bank and Nova Everidge of Metro Bank join the NACFB board, bringing technology and asset finance expertise Executive Moves News Team Wednesday, January 14, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127630/quilter-cheviot-international-strengthens-board-and-leadership-team Both bring a wealth of experience and industry insight that will be instrumental in supporting the firm through its next phase of development. Executive Moves News Aggregation Team Wednesday, January 14, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127631/societe-generale-appoints-new-head-of-em-credit-trading Credit expert has more than 23 years’ emerging markets trading experience; has also previously served at Barclays, BNP Paribas, and CIBC. Executive Moves News Team Wednesday, January 14, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127637/jean-nabaa-to-become-chief-operating-officer-cindy-leggett-flynn-appointed-head-of-group-communications Julius Baer Group today announced the appointment of Jean Nabaa as Chief Operating Officer (COO) and member of the Executive Board, effective 13 April 2026 and subject to final regulatory approval. Executive Moves News Team Wednesday, January 14, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127640/causeway-capital-opens-london-office Causeway Expands Global Reach with London Office and Appointment of Richard Clarke-Wilson as Director of EMEA Business Development Executive Moves News Team Wednesday, January 14, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127643/skipton-international-announces-new-ceo Susan previously served as the Managing Director of Institutional Banking and Head of Guernsey for Royal Bank of Scotland International at NatWest. Executive Moves News Aggregation Team Wednesday, January 14, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127649/cfa-institute-hires-former-martin-currie-impact-head-for-inclusion-role Previously ran social impact and climate change funds Executive Moves News Team Tuesday, January 13, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127598/cyril-kammoun-has-been-appointed-chief-executive-officer-of-indosuez-corporate-advisory Cyril Kammoun will bring to this new entity his recognised expertise and a strategic vision with the aim of supporting companies and their shareholders in the key stages of their development. Executive Moves News Team Tuesday, January 13, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127604/danske-bank-appoints-fiona-browne-as-its-first-head-of-ai Previously, she served as Chief Technology Officer at Datactics, where she oversaw the delivery of AI-driven solutions for banking and government clients. Executive Moves News Aggregation Team Tuesday, January 13, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127616/vontobel-promotes-md-to-market-head-of-nordics Göran Håkansson has been with the company for over eight years. The firm has also onboarded quantitative portfolio manager, Thomas Rauh. Executive Moves News Team Wednesday, January 14, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127634/advising-a-club-of-lenders-on-financing-landmark-italian-bess-project The Rondissone project, at 250 MW with a 4-hour duration, is one of the largest battery storage projects currently under construction in Italy. It is scheduled to commence commercial operations in Q4 2027. Legal, Regulation & Compliance News Team Tuesday, January 13, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127600/climate-risk-management-ampndash-updated-expectations-from-the-pra While the overall direction remains unchanged, the statement introduces clearer expectations on board accountability, proportionality, scenario analysis and data governance. Legal, Regulation & Compliance News Team Tuesday, January 13, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127605/ahead-of-the-curve-regulatory-update-for-retail-wealth-and-private-banks-in-the-uk This includes CP25/36 on client categorization (retail to professional) and conflicts Legal, Regulation & Compliance News Team Tuesday, January 13, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127607/the-european-central-bank-has-notified-its-approval-to-cross-the-20-threshold-in-the-share-capital-of-banco-bpm On January 9th, 2026, the European Central Bank has notified its approval to cross the 20% threshold in the share capital of Banco BPM S.p.A («Banco BPM»). Legal, Regulation & Compliance News Team Tuesday, January 13, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127615/international-central-bankers-on-the-statement-by-federal-reserve-chair-powell-on-11-january-2026 We stand in full solidarity with the Federal Reserve System and its Chair Jerome H. Powell. Legal, Regulation & Compliance News Team Monday, January 12, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127575/the-eba-publishes-its-final-draft-technical-standards-to-strengthen-supervisory-cooperation-for-third-country-branches These final draft RTS build on supervisory experience in information exchange and the functioning of colleges for credit institutions. Legal, Regulation & Compliance News Aggregation Team Monday, January 12, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127578/new-central-bank-governor-flags-spending-restraint-geopolitics-as-key-risks In first interview to the press as Central Bank of Malta governor, Alexander Demarco signals tougher oversight of property lending and preparations for the rollout of the digital euro Legal, Regulation & Compliance News Team Friday, January 09, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127562/christine-lagarde-rules-out-bitcoin-for-european-central-bank-reserves She stated that reserve assets must maintain liquidity, security and safety while remaining disconnected from money laundering or criminal activity. Legal, Regulation & Compliance News Aggregation Team Friday, January 09, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127563/pensions-uk-urges-amplsquopractical-proportionate-reformamprsquo-for-lgps The comments were made in response to the government’s proposed reforms to LGPS following the ‘Fit for the Future’ technical consultation. Legal, Regulation & Compliance News Aggregation Team Wednesday, January 07, 2026 12:00 am https://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 News Aggregation Team Wednesday, January 14, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127650/monzo-bank-says-issue-affecting-its-mobile-app-resolved The company earlier acknowledged an issue affecting its app - telling customers who tried to use it that it would "not be fully functional" while it investigated. FinTech News Aggregation Team Monday, January 12, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127579/bbva-banco-bilbao-is-quietly-becoming-one-of-europeamprsquos-most-digital-banks In Europe’s crowded banking market, the battle is no longer about who has more branches on prime streets. FinTech News Team Monday, January 12, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127595/global-fintech-deals-over-100m-increased-by-21-yoy-pushing-funding-higher-in-2025 In 2025, the global FinTech market recorded a further contraction in deal activity but a modest recovery in funding compared with 2024. FinTech News Aggregation Team Friday, January 09, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127557/zilch-to-acquire-lithuaniaamprsquos-fjord-bank-for-expansion-in-europe With this deal, Zilch will obtain a European banking licence, allowing it to broaden its reach within the European market. FinTech News Aggregation Team Thursday, January 08, 2026 12:00 am https://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 News Aggregation Team Thursday, January 08, 2026 12:00 am https://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 News Aggregation Team Wednesday, January 07, 2026 12:00 am https://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 News Team Tuesday, January 06, 2026 12:00 am https://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 News Aggregation Team Monday, January 05, 2026 12:00 am https://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 News Aggregation Team Friday, January 02, 2026 12:00 am https://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 News Aggregation Team Wednesday, January 14, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127635/transact-pulls-in-amppound1bn-despite-autumn-budget-uncertainty Both inflows and outflows rose sharply during the period, but flows have since returned to normal levels, with Transact still ending the quarter with £1.0bn of net new money. Alternative Investments News Aggregation Team Wednesday, January 14, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127632/european-ucits-etf-market-enjoys-record-year European equity exposures attracted record annual NNA of €65.8 billion, equivalent to +23.1% year-on-year. Alternative Investments News Aggregation Team Wednesday, January 14, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127639/21-of-uk-adults-have-no-financial-aspirations-for-the-year-ahead This figure has also doubled among 18-34-year-olds from 3% to 8% over the same period. Alternative Investments News Aggregation Team Wednesday, January 14, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127641/ampldquooffering-more-autonomy-in-asset-managementamprdquo In a Europe faced with growing political instability, such assets are hitting the spot. Alternative Investments News Aggregation Team Wednesday, January 14, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127642/crispin-odeyamprsquos-hedge-fund-firm-to-become-dormant-after-january There is no plan to liquidate or wind up Odey Asset Management LLP Alternative Investments News Team Tuesday, January 13, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127601/housing-market-monitor-will-2026-be-an-unexceptional-year The main causes of the price increase were the relatively low interest rates, stable household income growth and the continuing housing shortage. Alternative Investments News Team Tuesday, January 13, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127602/oaknorth-provides-amppound4m-revolving-credit-facility-to-wealth-manager-verso-to-support-ifa-acquisition-strategy The group has grown rapidly through a disciplined buy-and-build strategy, completing nine acquisitions to date and establishing a strong regional presence across the UK. Alternative Investments News Aggregation Team Tuesday, January 13, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127621/berenberg-promotes-schiedat-to-lead-european-investment-banking-team The long-serving banker will lead Berenberg’s dealmaking unit on the continent Alternative Investments News Aggregation Team Tuesday, January 13, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127622/capital-markets-and-private-equity-supporting-new-credit-strategies This shift is creating new opportunities and driving demand for more sophisticated infrastructure and operational models. Alternative Investments News Aggregation Team Tuesday, January 13, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127624/pearson-and-deloitte-announce-new-alliance Pearson and Deloitte alliance to equip enterprises and government organisations with AI-powered learning and address the global skills gap Alternative Investments News Team Wednesday, January 14, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127633/deutsche-bank-expands-support-for-paypal-to-strengthen-global-payment-capabilities This collaboration builds on the considerable volume that Deutsche Bank already processes annually for PayPal, providing scalability and resilience. Investment Banking News Aggregation Team Friday, January 09, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127550/uk-fintech-investment-second-highest-globally-at-amppound26bn The US remains the leading market for investment in the sector at £18.6bn Investment Banking News Aggregation Team Thursday, January 08, 2026 12:00 am https://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 News Aggregation Team Monday, January 05, 2026 12:00 am https://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 News Aggregation Team Friday, January 02, 2026 12:00 am https://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 News Team Friday, January 02, 2026 12:00 am https://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 News Aggregation Team Wednesday, December 17, 2025 12:00 am https://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 News Team Tuesday, December 16, 2025 12:00 am https://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 News Team Thursday, December 04, 2025 12:00 am https://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 News Team Thursday, November 27, 2025 12:00 am https://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 News Team Wednesday, January 14, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127628/should-private-banks-double-down-on-asset-servicing-or-step-back At the same time, banks faced rising costs from regulation, digitalisation, client demands, and the shift to alternatives. Comment, Analysis & Research News Team Wednesday, January 14, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127629/top-residence-and-citizenship-programs-for-migrating-millionaires This is no longer a peripheral phenomenon at the margins of global mobility — it has become a defining mechanism through which capital, talent, and opportunity are being reallocated among jurisdictions. Comment, Analysis & Research News Team Wednesday, January 14, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127648/barclaysamprsquo-study-identifies-key-recommendations-for-the-euamprsquos-savings-and-investment-union Data from the UK may also provide some reassurance to policymakers regarding the impact of other policy initiatives on levels of retail investment. Comment, Analysis & Research News Team Tuesday, January 13, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127599/ten-investment-convictions-for-2026 Within developed market sovereign bonds, UK Gilts stand out as inflation slows and interest rate cuts loom. Comment, Analysis & Research News Team Tuesday, January 13, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127603/ten-themes-for-2026 For all the drama elsewhere, economic performance was dull. Comment, Analysis & Research News Team Tuesday, January 13, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127606/ey-named-a-ampldquoverified-leaderamprdquo-in-industrial-cybersecurity-consulting-services-2025 EY recognized by Westlands Advisory Navigator for Operational Technology (OT) Cybersecurity Consulting & Managed Services in 2025. Comment, Analysis & Research News Aggregation Team Tuesday, January 13, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127610/ubs-ceo-succession-who-is-in-the-lead The process was initiated much earlier, immediately after Ermotti's return to UBS. Comment, Analysis & Research News Aggregation Team Tuesday, January 13, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127619/london-property-investment-market-faltering-says-rathbones The investment potential of the London property market has ground to a halt, according to wealth management firm Rathbones. Comment, Analysis & Research News Team Friday, January 09, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127551/financial-services-set-to-increase-defence-investment-in-2026 UK financial services brace for structural change in risk management and defence spending. Comment, Analysis & Research News Aggregation Team Friday, January 09, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127567/crans-montana-fire-disaster-axa-suggests-ampldquoround-tableamprdquo As the insurer of the municipality of Crans-Montana and the "Le Constellation" bar, AXA Switzerland has proposed a roundtable discussion with all parties involved. Comment, Analysis & Research News Team Tuesday, January 06, 2026 12:00 am https://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 News Aggregation Team Friday, January 02, 2026 12:00 am https://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 News Aggregation Team Monday, December 29, 2025 12:00 am https://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 News Aggregation Team Monday, December 29, 2025 12:00 am https://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 News Team Friday, December 19, 2025 12:00 am https://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 News Team Friday, December 12, 2025 12:00 am https://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 News Aggregation Team Wednesday, December 10, 2025 12:00 am https://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 News Team Tuesday, December 09, 2025 12:00 am https://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 News Aggregation Team Tuesday, December 09, 2025 12:00 am https://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 News Aggregation Team Thursday, December 04, 2025 12:00 am https://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 News Team Monday, January 12, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127576/santander-completes-the-sale-of-49-of-santander-bank-polska-to-erste-group The transaction results in a net capital gain of approximately €1.9 billion for Santander. Retail Banking News Aggregation Team Friday, January 09, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127554/mufg-consolidates-european-banking-operations It will provide corporate and investment banking alongside global markets services. Retail Banking News Aggregation Team Monday, January 05, 2026 12:00 am https://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 News Aggregation Team Monday, December 29, 2025 12:00 am https://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 News Team Monday, December 29, 2025 12:00 am https://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 News Team Wednesday, December 24, 2025 12:00 am https://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 News Aggregation Team Thursday, December 18, 2025 12:00 am https://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 News Aggregation Team Friday, December 12, 2025 12:00 am https://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 News Aggregation Team Friday, December 12, 2025 12:00 am https://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 News Team Wednesday, December 10, 2025 12:00 am https://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 News Team Friday, January 09, 2026 12:00 am https://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 News Team Monday, April 29, 2024 1:00 am https://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 News Aggregation Team Monday, November 13, 2023 12:00 am https://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 News Aggregation Team Thursday, March 24, 2022 12:00 am https://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 News Team Wednesday, March 16, 2022 12:00 am https://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 News Aggregation Team Tuesday, March 08, 2022 12:00 am https://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 News Aggregation Team Monday, March 07, 2022 12:00 am https://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 News Team Thursday, March 03, 2022 12:00 am https://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 News Aggregation Team Friday, February 25, 2022 12:00 am https://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 News Aggregation Team Thursday, February 24, 2022 12:00 am https://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 News Team Thursday, December 18, 2025 12:00 am https://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 News Team Friday, December 05, 2025 12:00 am https://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 News Team Wednesday, November 26, 2025 12:00 am https://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 News Team Tuesday, November 25, 2025 12:00 am https://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 News Team Thursday, November 20, 2025 12:00 am https://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 News Team Wednesday, November 19, 2025 12:00 am https://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 News Team Wednesday, November 19, 2025 12:00 am https://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 News Team Tuesday, November 18, 2025 12:00 am https://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 News Aggregation Team Monday, November 17, 2025 12:00 am https://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 News Aggregation Team Monday, November 10, 2025 12:00 am https://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