Managers of Wealth - Europe https://europe.managersofwealth.com/ Thu, 07 May 2026 06:54:06 BST part of MediaG8way Group https://europe.managersofwealth.com/ https://europe.managersofwealth.com/assets/images/logo.png Managers of Wealth - Europe KohanaPHP Lombard Odier wins best headquarters at the Monocle Design Awards 2026 News Team Wednesday, May 06, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129616/lombard-odier-wins-best-headquarters-at-the-monocle-design-awards-2026 This Swiss bank’s striking new digs prove that, at its best, corporate architecture can reflect the values of a brand, while enhancing the quality of life of its employees and clients. Wealth and Asset Management Davy UK Named Scotland And Northern Ireland Wealth Manager Of The Year News Aggregation Team Wednesday, May 06, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129622/davy-uk-named-scotland-and-northern-ireland-wealth-manager-of-the-year The award reflects the trust placed in Davy UK by its clients and the firm’s focus on delivering long-term, client-centred outcomes across its UK operations. Wealth and Asset Management Citi changes referral pay for bankers and wealth advisers News Aggregation Team Wednesday, May 06, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129626/citi-changes-referral-pay-for-bankers-and-wealth-advisers In the memo, the bank said it was introducing “partnership awards” across its banking and wealth management operations to reward “meaningful cross-business collaboration”. Wealth and Asset Management Bayer AG Successfully Migrates to Broadridge Swift Service Bureau, Strengthening Global Payment Infrastructure News Team Wednesday, May 06, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129627/bayer-ag-successfully-migrates-to-broadridge-swift-service-bureau-strengthening-global-payment-infrastructure The transition modernizes Bayer’s global payment infrastructure and enhances secure, standardized financial messaging across its international operations. Wealth and Asset Management NatWest spent billions buying a new wealth manager. So what’s next for Coutts? News Aggregation Team Tuesday, May 05, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129590/natwest-spent-billions-buying-a-new-wealth-manager-so-whatamprsquos-next-for-coutts The King’s bank will soon be joined by Evelyn Partners. Will that hold it back, or be the shot in the arm it needs? Wealth and Asset Management Deutsche Bank Luxembourg profit falls 13% to €240.4m News Aggregation Team Tuesday, May 05, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129592/deutsche-bank-luxembourg-profit-falls-13-to-ampeuro2404m Operating profit remained above €500m, while the bank reported net income after tax before the addition to its lump-sum provision exceeded €300m. Wealth and Asset Management HSBC Holdings plc 1Q 2026 Earnings Release News Team Tuesday, May 05, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129598/hsbc-holdings-plc-1q-2026-earnings-release Revenue growth, driven by a strong performance in Wealth and higher banking NII, was broadly offset by higher ECL and operating expense growth. Wealth and Asset Management Can UK investors sow the seeds of economic growth? News Team Tuesday, May 05, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129607/can-uk-investors-sow-the-seeds-of-economic-growth In the latest monthly letter from our Chief Investment Officer, Fahad Kamal explores the UK's investment landscape, and highlights our latest investment views and positioning. Wealth and Asset Management BNP Paribas Switzerland CEO: "AXA IM is a game changer for us" News Aggregation Team Tuesday, May 05, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129609/bnp-paribas-switzerland-ceo-ampquotaxa-im-is-a-game-changer-for-usampquot Geopolitical developments are increasing uncertainty, but we currently see no direct negative impact on our business in Switzerland. Wealth and Asset Management Senior executives: a practical guide to planning your retirement and optimising your assets News Team Tuesday, May 05, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129610/senior-executives-a-practical-guide-to-planning-your-retirement-and-optimising-your-assets In an increasingly fragmented world, geopolitical tensions can have a major impact on the wealth of senior executives. Wealth and Asset Management ABI bolsters leadership with four board appointments News Aggregation Team Wednesday, May 06, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129618/abi-bolsters-leadership-with-four-board-appointments The ABI board oversees major cross-industry issues, including regulatory, political and consumer matters, and helps shape the organisation’s strategic priorities. Executive Moves Ofi Invest AM appoints Christophe Herpet as new Chief Investment Officer News Aggregation Team Wednesday, May 06, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129619/ofi-invest-am-appoints-christophe-herpet-as-new-chief-investment-officer Ofi Invest Asset Management names Christophe Herpet as new CIO, succeeding Éric Bertrand following his appointment as CEO. Executive Moves Loyal North strengthens executive team as the UK wealth management group accelerates its buy-and-build programme News Team Wednesday, May 06, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129620/loyal-north-strengthens-executive-team-as-the-uk-wealth-management-group-accelerates-its-buy-and-build-programme These appointments follow Loyal North’s recent refinancing, which has secured funding to materially step up acquisition activity over the next two to three years. Executive Moves AutoRek Strengthens Executive Team With Appointment of Tony Livesey as Chief Technology & Product Officer News Aggregation Team Wednesday, May 06, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129624/autorek-strengthens-executive-team-with-appointment-of-tony-livesey-as-chief-technology-ampamp-product-officer The industry significance lies in the clear directive to embed advanced automation and AI directly into core regulatory compliance processes. Executive Moves SEI Master Trust Adds Two Trustee Directors, Announces New Chair News Team Wednesday, May 06, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129628/sei-master-trust-adds-two-trustee-directors-announces-new-chair Chair Allan Course Retires from Board After 15 Years of Dedicated Service Executive Moves JTC Law Appoints Stefan Schausberger as Head of Private Client and International Trusts News Team Wednesday, May 06, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129635/jtc-law-appoints-stefan-schausberger-as-head-of-private-client-and-international-trusts Based in Jersey, he will also provide advice on compliance and regulatory issues, further strengthening JTC Law’s offering in these areas. Executive Moves Skipton International Strengthens Leadership Team With Two Senior Appointments News Team Wednesday, May 06, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129636/skipton-international-strengthens-leadership-team-with-two-senior-appointments She has partnered closely with boards and executive teams across EMEA, APAC and the Americas, helping to shape people strategy, lead complex change and build high-performing, engaged organisations. Executive Moves Quilter Financial Planning welcomes eight new appointed representative firms to its advice network News Team Wednesday, May 06, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129637/quilter-financial-planning-welcomes-eight-new-appointed-representative-firms-to-its-advice-network Quilter Financial Planning, part of Quilter plc, the FTSE 250 wealth manager, has welcomed eight new appointed representative firms to its advice network. Executive Moves SIX Securities Services Appoints New Head of Sales News Aggregation Team Wednesday, May 06, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129638/six-securities-services-appoints-new-head-of-sales Most recently, he served as CEO of HSBC Inka — the international investment management company of HSBC Germany in Düsseldorf. Executive Moves Rathbones loses 94 years' service as five more wealth managers exit News Aggregation Team Wednesday, May 06, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129639/rathbones-loses-94-yearsamp039-service-as-five-more-wealth-managers-exit The departures include another three investment directors who joined the business following its combination with Investec Wealth & Investment. Executive Moves Europe needs bigger banks to compete with US, China, Eurogroup chairman says News Aggregation Team Wednesday, May 06, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129623/europe-needs-bigger-banks-to-compete-with-us-china-eurogroup-chairman-says Eurogroup Chairman: Europe Needs Larger Banks to Compete with US, China Legal, Regulation & Compliance Swiss Banks Hit With Three-Digit Million Lawsuit News Aggregation Team Wednesday, May 06, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129631/swiss-banks-hit-with-three-digit-million-lawsuit A lawsuit has been filed against both banks plus current and former executive bodies of BZ Bank. Legal, Regulation & Compliance FCA launches review into claims management market News Aggregation Team Wednesday, May 06, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129633/fca-launches-review-into-claims-management-market This includes aggressive marketing, misleading advertising, and unfair exit fees. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Bank of England must ‘be honest’ on UK stagflation risk News Aggregation Team Tuesday, May 05, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129591/bank-of-england-must-amplsquobe-honestamprsquo-on-uk-stagflation-risk “The UK faces a credible risk of stagflation, and policymakers need to acknowledge and be honest about this.” Legal, Regulation & Compliance Europe’s Central Banks Are About to Diverge From the Fed — and Corporate Europe Isn’t Ready News Aggregation Team Tuesday, May 05, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129595/europeamprsquos-central-banks-are-about-to-diverge-from-the-fed-ampmdash-and-corporate-europe-isnamprsquot-ready The result is a setup European corporates have not faced in over a decade: ECB and BOE tightening while the Fed stands still. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Three arrested in FCA investigation into suspected unlawful financial promotions News Team Tuesday, May 05, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129597/three-arrested-in-fca-investigation-into-suspected-unlawful-financial-promotions All 3 individuals have been interviewed under caution. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Europe’s fiscal pivot transforms investment case News Aggregation Team Tuesday, May 05, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129601/europeamprsquos-fiscal-pivot-transforms-investment-case Europe’s strength relative to the US as an investment hub is about to be boosted in response to a fiscal pivot from its central bank, ready to facilitate vastly increased defence spending Legal, Regulation & Compliance L&G appoints Rob Groves as Chief Investment Officer for Institutional Retirement business News Team Tuesday, May 05, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129603/lampampg-appoints-rob-groves-as-chief-investment-officer-for-institutional-retirement-business Rob brings nearly three decades of investment experience delivering for pension clients across market cycles. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Spain asks for coordination in the EU against Mythos, the AI that worries European banking News Aggregation Team Tuesday, May 05, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129604/spain-asks-for-coordination-in-the-eu-against-mythos-the-ai-that-worries-european-banking For this reason, at their meeting this Monday, the Eurogroup decided to dedicate an item on the agenda to the implications of the Mythos Artificial Intelligence system from the American company Anthropic. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Eurogroup Chief Says EU Needs Larger Banks and X-Border Mergers News Aggregation Team Tuesday, May 05, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129606/eurogroup-chief-says-eu-needs-larger-banks-and-x-border-mergers Although he did not comment on specific banks, Pierrakakis — who is Greece’s finance chief — said that the European Union (EU) could benefit from bigger players. Legal, Regulation & Compliance UK’s Reliance Bank Selects Temenos SaaS to Power Digital Transformation News Team Wednesday, May 06, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129625/ukamprsquos-reliance-bank-selects-temenos-saas-to-power-digital-transformation The Salvation Army’s specialist ethical bank will adopt core banking, digital and payments on Temenos SaaS to increase efficiency and drive deposit growth FinTech From innovation to scalable advantage: Objectway’s OWIN26 Customer Conference News Team Wednesday, May 06, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129629/from-innovation-to-scalable-advantage-objectwayamprsquos-owin26-customer-conference The financial industry’s challenge now, he said, is not to generate more ideas, but to graft innovation onto foundations strong enough to sustain and scale it. FinTech Isio enhances financial adviser offering with acquisition of Collidr News Team Wednesday, May 06, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129640/isio-enhances-financial-adviser-offering-with-acquisition-of-collidr Strategic move elevates technology-led investment solutions FinTech Temenos Expands its SaaS Offering on AWS News Team Tuesday, May 05, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129599/temenos-expands-its-saas-offering-on-aws Banks globally can now deploy core banking, digital banking and payments as Temenos SaaS on AWS, delivering efficiency, flexibility and choice FinTech WealthAi Launches AI-powered Compliance Solution for Wealth Managers News Aggregation Team Friday, May 01, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129582/wealthai-launches-ai-powered-compliance-solution-for-wealth-managers Compliance teams at wealth management firms are under mounting pressure. FinTech Macquarie Increases Stake in Tenora as it Secures FCA Authorisation as an Electronic Money Institution (EMI) News Aggregation Team Friday, May 01, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129586/macquarie-increases-stake-in-tenora-as-it-secures-fca-authorisation-as-an-electronic-money-institution-emi These developments reflect the progress Tenora has made since its founding and the scale of the opportunity ahead. FinTech Broadridge Transforming Financial Literacy in Ireland Through AI-Powered Communication News Team Tuesday, April 28, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129483/broadridge-transforming-financial-literacy-in-ireland-through-ai-powered-communication Helping Irish savers better understand investment products, Broadridge is developing innovative language simplification technology FinTech Banking Circle Launches Stablecoin Settlement Services News Aggregation Team Tuesday, April 28, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129485/banking-circle-launches-stablecoin-settlement-services Stablecoins are quickly emerging as an always-on settlement layer that is becoming standard in cross-border payments. FinTech Temenos Named a Leader in Digital Banking Engagement Platforms News Team Tuesday, April 28, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129492/temenos-named-a-leader-in-digital-banking-engagement-platforms Temenos recognized for its strong out-of-the-box solutions and multi-channel support, supporting banks in every region. FinTech Castle Trust Bank taps Monument for cloud banking upgrade News Aggregation Team Friday, April 24, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129454/castle-trust-bank-taps-monument-for-cloud-banking-upgrade The implementation is currently under way, with completion targeted for early 2027. FinTech Janus Henderson and Sun Hung Kai & Co. Announce Strategic Partnership News Team Wednesday, May 06, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129621/janus-henderson-and-sun-hung-kai-ampamp-co-announce-strategic-partnership Partnership pursues co-development, distribution, and strategic capital solutions across public and private market investments Alternative Investments Robeco on emerging market bonds: Positive despite geopolitical noise News Aggregation Team Wednesday, May 06, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129630/robeco-on-emerging-market-bonds-positive-despite-geopolitical-noise They are both based in London and were in Zurich (where Robeco also has an office) for investor meetings. Alternative Investments London-based Planner acquires £200m AUM boutique IFA News Aggregation Team Wednesday, May 06, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129643/london-based-planner-acquires-amppound200m-aum-boutique-ifa Following completion of the acquisition, St Andrews Financial will be rebranded as Advies, with integration taking place over the course of the next year. Alternative Investments Söderberg, Seccl and Plannr launch integrated account opening News Aggregation Team Tuesday, May 05, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129602/sampoumlderberg-seccl-and-plannr-launch-integrated-account-opening Under the new functionality, advisers can create clients and open platform accounts within Plannr without switching systems or rekeying data. Alternative Investments Pension reforms could widen gender gap News Aggregation Team Tuesday, May 05, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129605/pension-reforms-could-widen-gender-gap Trade union leaders have warned that proposed changes to public service pensions could undermine years of progress in tackling the gender pension gap Alternative Investments Allianz UK and LV= announce new long-term partnership News Aggregation Team Tuesday, May 05, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129612/allianz-uk-and-lv-announce-new-long-term-partnership The agreement with LV= is an important step in Allianz’s strategy to continue growing its presence in the UK retail insurance sector using a multi-partner distribution strategy. Alternative Investments Clifton Wealth Partnership completes acquisition of Hertfordshire-based firm News Aggregation Team Tuesday, May 05, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129614/clifton-wealth-partnership-completes-acquisition-of-hertfordshire-based-firm The firm is led by Adrian Duke-Cohan, who has spent close to four decades in financial services. Alternative Investments Jefferies turns cautious on UK insurers with Aviva, Legal & General downgrades News Aggregation Team Tuesday, May 05, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129615/jefferies-turns-cautious-on-uk-insurers-with-aviva-legal-ampamp-general-downgrades On Aviva, Jefferies analysts said the stock’s rating now “fairly reflects” its transformed business profile following the acquisition of Direct Line Alternative Investments SEB’s results for the first quarter 2026 News Team Friday, May 01, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129568/sebamprsquos-results-for-the-first-quarter-2026 The first quarter was marked by geopolitical tensions, leading to higher energy prices and a weaker global growth outlook. Alternative Investments Ad hoc announcement Item 16 KR: Michel Kade newer Admicasa CEO News Team Friday, May 01, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129573/ad-hoc-announcement-item-16-kr-michel-kade-newer-admicasa-ceo The acquisition of kade & partner ag enables the financial and real estate services provider Admicasa to significantly expand its expertise and seamlessly extend its range of services. Alternative Investments UniCredit: 1Q26 Group Results - Unlimited off to a flying start News Team Tuesday, May 05, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129611/unicredit-1q26-group-results-unlimited-off-to-a-flying-start The strong commercial momentum across all businesses more than offset expected headwinds Investment Banking ABN AMRO urges: “Don’t focus on the methods of fraud, focus on the red flags” News Team Thursday, April 30, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129553/abn-amro-urges-ampldquodonamprsquot-focus-on-the-methods-of-fraud-focus-on-the-red-flagsamprdquo The combination of new techniques and this behaviour is risky. Investment Banking Barclays boosts profits with £4bn investment bank income, but sets aside £823m for loan losses News Team Tuesday, April 28, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129504/barclays-boosts-profits-with-amppound4bn-investment-bank-income-but-sets-aside-amppound823m-for-loan-losses Pre provision profit came in at £3.6 billion, a small miss versus consensus, although this would have been a modest 2% beat excluding the £105 million motor finance provision booked in the quarter. Investment Banking UniCredit SpA : Bafin prohibits impermissible advertising News Team Monday, April 27, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129470/unicredit-spa-bafin-prohibits-impermissible-advertising BaFin has ordered UniCredit SpA to refrain from inappropriate advertising in connection with the takeover process of Commerzbank AG . Investment Banking Deutsche Bank chief downplays fears over Anthropic's Mythos as European banks assess risks News Aggregation Team Tuesday, April 21, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129359/deutsche-bank-chief-downplays-fears-over-anthropicamp039s-mythos-as-european-banks-assess-risks Anthropic has restricted access to Mythos to partners in its Project Glasswing initiative and around 40 additional organisations that build or maintain critical software infrastructure. Investment Banking World’s Best Investment Banks 2026: Western Europe News Team Tuesday, April 21, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129368/worldamprsquos-best-investment-banks-2026-western-europe These top firms demonstrated their unmatched expertise and strategic execution across a variety of sectors and financial products in a year marked by both recovery and innovation. Investment Banking UniCredit outlines approach for acceleration of Commerzbank transformation into a new future-ready era News Team Monday, April 20, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129341/unicredit-outlines-approach-for-acceleration-of-commerzbank-transformation-into-a-new-future-ready-era UniCredit sees significant upside and risk reduction potential for Commerzbank beyond its current Momentum strategy to create additional value. Investment Banking UniCredit selects Slate to deliver retail investment services News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 16, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129268/unicredit-selects-slate-to-deliver-retail-investment-services Operating across both Web and mobile channels, UniCredit's retail clients will be equipped with the ability to trade, invest across a range of portfolio solutions and monitor market trends in real time. Investment Banking BNP Paribas extends its multi-custodian Automated FX solution for securities transactions to continental Europe, with La Financière de l’Échiquier as first client in France News Team Tuesday, April 14, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129225/bnp-paribas-extends-its-multi-custodian-automated-fx-solution-for-securities-transactions-to-continental-europe-with-la-financiampegravere-de-lamprsquoampeacutechiquier-as-first-client-in-france This fully automated, multi-currency solution is designed to enhance FX execution efficiency for institutional clients. Investment Banking ABN AMRO launches Doorpakken: a growth platform for SMEs ready to scale News Team Friday, April 10, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129166/abn-amro-launches-doorpakken-a-growth-platform-for-smes-ready-to-scale In this early stage, the entrepreneur is closely involved in almost every aspect of the business. Investment Banking Market Participants Survey results - April 2026 News Team Friday, May 01, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129585/market-participants-survey-results-april-2026 Expectations for monetary policy from experts in UK rates markets. Comment, Analysis & Research House prices rise despite uncertainty but mortgage risks remain News Team Friday, May 01, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129588/house-prices-rise-despite-uncertainty-but-mortgage-risks-remain Part of that resilience reflects improving conditions in the mortgage market. Comment, Analysis & Research Spanish Inflation Unexpectedly Quickens Further Beyond 2% News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 30, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129545/spanish-inflation-unexpectedly-quickens-further-beyond-2 Spanish inflation unexpectedly accelerated further beyond the European Central Bank’s 2% target, supporting market expectations that interest rates will be raised this year due to the Iran war. Comment, Analysis & Research Reaction as Bank of England holds interest rates at 3.75% News Team Thursday, April 30, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129562/reaction-as-bank-of-england-holds-interest-rates-at-375 Inflation came in at 3.3% last month, higher than expected, while uncertainty linked to the Iran conflict continues to cloud the economic picture. Comment, Analysis & Research Prices for residential property rose by 1.5% in the first quarter of 2026. News Team Thursday, April 30, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129565/prices-for-residential-property-rose-by-15-in-the-first-quarter-of-2026 Nationwide, prices for both single-family homes (+1.1%) and condominiums (+1.8%) increased. Comment, Analysis & Research Budget-driven tax changes spur young wealthy Britons to double down on smarter financial planning News Team Wednesday, April 29, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129524/budget-driven-tax-changes-spur-young-wealthy-britons-to-double-down-on-smarter-financial-planning In response to changes announced in the 2025 Autumn Budget and broader tax changes, this younger demographic is acting far more quickly than their older counterparts. Comment, Analysis & Research Ludivine and Chloé - Two paths, one shared ambition: Empowering women to take action News Team Wednesday, April 29, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129536/ludivine-and-chloampeacute-two-paths-one-shared-ambition-empowering-women-to-take-action Chloé Pelle moves effortlessly between the rugby sevens fields, where she competed at the highest international level, and her role as a cybersecurity engineer at Societe Generale.. Comment, Analysis & Research How to Use Charitable Giving as Part of Your Philanthropy Strategy News Team Tuesday, April 28, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129484/how-to-use-charitable-giving-as-part-of-your-philanthropy-strategy That’s a welcome lifeline for many charities, as the number of regular donations is falling amid a cost-of-living crisis and lack of interest. Comment, Analysis & Research Is there a perfect time to enter the equity market? News Team Tuesday, April 28, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129490/is-there-a-perfect-time-to-enter-the-equity-market Changeable equity markets can feel unnerving but, over a longer time horizon, staying invested matters much more than trying to time the market to perfection. Comment, Analysis & Research Legacy rules ‘undermine’ Consumer Duty goals, research finds News Aggregation Team Monday, April 27, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129463/legacy-rules-amplsquoundermineamprsquo-consumer-duty-goals-research-finds The findings are based on a three-arm randomised controlled trial of 1,500 UK savings customers. Comment, Analysis & Research Frozen thresholds drive millions into higher tax bands | Additional rate taxpayers rocket 57% News Team Wednesday, May 06, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129617/frozen-thresholds-drive-millions-into-higher-tax-bands-additional-rate-taxpayers-rocket-57 “HMRC data reveals how the powerful tide of fiscal drag is increasing the UK tax burden by sweeping millions into higher tax brackets, and into paying tax for the first time" Tax Number of higher and additional‑rate taxpayers soar as frozen thresholds reshape the taxpaying public News Team Wednesday, April 29, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129538/number-of-higher-and-additionalrate-taxpayers-soar-as-frozen-thresholds-reshape-the-taxpaying-public This shift is no longer confined to traditionally high‑paid professions. Tax Wealth specialists warn of risks to estate planning as IHT receipts reach record £8.5bn News Aggregation Team Monday, April 27, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129460/wealth-specialists-warn-of-risks-to-estate-planning-as-iht-receipts-reach-record-amppound85bn Fifth consecutive year of record growth for IHT receipts Tax Aberdeen ramps up support as tax year demand rises News Aggregation Team Tuesday, April 21, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129360/aberdeen-ramps-up-support-as-tax-year-demand-rises The provider said the rise reflects the increasing complexity of financial planning, with advisers requiring more support during a busy and time-sensitive period. Tax Wealth taxes face design flaws, compliance gaps, EU study finds News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 16, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129270/wealth-taxes-face-design-flaws-compliance-gaps-eu-study-finds It is published in two volumes, with the first surveying academic research across five categories of taxes and mapping wealth-related tax regimes in EU Member States. Tax UK inheritance tax: The mounting impact on British families News Aggregation Team Tuesday, April 14, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129215/uk-inheritance-tax-the-mounting-impact-on-british-families Inheritance tax (IHT) has quietly become one of the UK Treasury’s most reliable revenue raisers. Tax HS278 Temporary non-residents and Capital Gains Tax (2026) News Team Thursday, April 09, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129136/hs278-temporary-non-residents-and-capital-gains-tax-2026 There can also be tax payable on certain income accruing during a period of temporary non-residence. Tax Tax rules for employment intermediaries News Team Thursday, April 09, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129137/tax-rules-for-employment-intermediaries This Inbrief focuses on the employment intermediary or agency rules. Tax HMRC allowance to be slashed with six million UK households warned News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 02, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129069/hmrc-allowance-to-be-slashed-with-six-million-uk-households-warned Lubbock Fine Wealth Management data shows only 740,000 people out of 7.1 million savers who hold a cash ISA also have a stocks and shares ISA. Tax Andrew Tully: Pensions face a new tax reality News Aggregation Team Tuesday, March 31, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129023/andrew-tully-pensions-face-a-new-tax-reality Where a member has multiple pension pots, as many do, each scheme can only pay the IHT due in respect of its own value. Tax NIB supports energy resilience in the Baltics News Team Wednesday, May 06, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129632/nib-supports-energy-resilience-in-the-baltics These investments will strengthen the energy infrastructure, increase system flexibility, and contribute to the diversification of the regional energy mix, strengthening the three Baltic countries’ energy resilience. Retail Banking ING announces new billion-euro share buyback plan after strong Q1 results News Aggregation Team Friday, May 01, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129570/ing-announces-new-billion-euro-share-buyback-plan-after-strong-q1-results Between the share buyback and the profit growth, the bank's share price jumped to 24.55 euros shortly after trading began on the Euronext Amsterdam exchange. Retail Banking NatWest becomes first UK bank to bring in change for anyone buying a house News Aggregation Team Friday, May 01, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129578/natwest-becomes-first-uk-bank-to-bring-in-change-for-anyone-buying-a-house NatWest says u sers can now explore buying or re-mortgaging options within one of the world’s most used AI platforms. Retail Banking NatWest becomes first UK bank to launch home-buying guidance in ChatGPT News Team Friday, May 01, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129583/natwest-becomes-first-uk-bank-to-launch-home-buying-guidance-in-chatgpt Users can now explore buying or re-mortgaging options within one of the world’s most used AI platforms. Retail Banking Lloyds Banking Group named the best bank to work for in the UK by LinkedIn News Team Thursday, April 30, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129552/lloyds-banking-group-named-the-best-bank-to-work-for-in-the-uk-by-linkedin Placing eight overall, the result reflects Lloyds Banking Group’s continued focus on investing in colleagues, supporting career development and creating an inclusive place to build a career. Retail Banking Private credit fears loom large over Europe’s banks this earnings season News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 30, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129555/private-credit-fears-loom-large-over-europeamprsquos-banks-this-earnings-season European banks’ exposure to private credit has returned to the spotlight this earnings season. Retail Banking Nationwide Boosts Access To Cash With Deposits Now Available At 3,000 PayPoint Sites Alongside Its 605 Branches News Team Tuesday, April 28, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129499/nationwide-boosts-access-to-cash-with-deposits-now-available-at-3000-paypoint-sites-alongside-its-605-branches Customers can now pay cash into their Nationwide account at participating PayPoint stores, many of which are open early until late and seven days a week. Retail Banking Adyen agrees €750m deal for loyalty and incentives platform Talon.One News Aggregation Team Monday, April 27, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129459/adyen-agrees-ampeuro750m-deal-for-loyalty-and-incentives-platform-talonone The company is expected to generate approximately €60 million in ARR as of the end of this year. Retail Banking NatWest partners with AWS for launch of new venture banking business News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 23, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129427/natwest-partners-with-aws-for-launch-of-new-venture-banking-business Under the partnership with Amazon, NatWest Venture Banking clients will gain access to AWS’s technical capabilities and network, providing the tools, insight and support needed to build and scale. Retail Banking ClearBank names Tazapay as first Singaporean client, strengthening Asia–Europe payments corridor News Team Wednesday, April 22, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129394/clearbank-names-tazapay-as-first-singaporean-client-strengthening-asiaampndasheurope-payments-corridor The partnership also builds on Tazapay’s expanding multijurisdictional regulatory footprint, with active licenses in Singapore, US, Canada, and Australia, and further approvals underway across Europe, UAE, and Hong Kong. Retail Banking Pension value to be put under the spotlight 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 ESG considerations driving food and drink industry acquisitions 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 Schroders Greencoat eyes deal for scandal-hit solar operator – reports 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 Pensions allowance tax charges hit record high 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 Pensions industry fires back at Opperman criticism 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 XPS partners with Abrdn to launch DB pensions master trust 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 Pension providers call for personalised advice rules 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 Government authorises use of dormant pension assets to "change people's lives for the better" 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 €43bn pension fund cuts external fund exposure by half in two years 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 Pensions platform Guiide considers institutional funding 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 SEB Nordic Energy doubles capital – continues investing News Team Friday, April 24, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129434/seb-nordic-energy-doubles-capital-ampndash-continues-investing The funds can both decrease and increase significantly in value, and you may not get back the amount invested. Planet SOS Europe’s fossil fuel dependence poses risks to price stability News Team Tuesday, April 07, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129102/europeamprsquos-fossil-fuel-dependence-poses-risks-to-price-stability Europe’s energy dependence has become one of the critical vulnerabilities of our economy. Planet SOS LSEG launches ESG scores and sustainability analytics suite News Aggregation Team Friday, March 13, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/128717/lseg-launches-esg-scores-and-sustainability-analytics-suite The model uses 220 standardised indicators and a sustainability-focused materiality framework that combines a revised industry classification with a double materiality approach at the business segment level. Planet SOS Investor climate concern high, but lack awareness of what funds are doing News Team Thursday, February 12, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/128181/investor-climate-concern-high-but-lack-awareness-of-what-funds-are-doing The desire to invest in a responsible and sustainable way from consumers is still very much present. Planet SOS Schroders Greencoat signs strategic MoU with leading battery maker CATL and Lochpine Capital on battery storage in Europe News Team Monday, February 02, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127982/schroders-greencoat-signs-strategic-mou-with-leading-battery-maker-catl-and-lochpine-capital-on-battery-storage-in-europe The collaboration seeks to leverage the parties’ collective expertise in green energy infrastructure and technology Planet SOS 5 must-watch sustainable investing trends for 2026 News Team Friday, January 23, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127809/5-must-watch-sustainable-investing-trends-for-2026 The year began with President Donald Trump withdrawing the US from the Paris Agreement, an action he swiftly followed by revoking environmental subsidies and regulations. Planet SOS Gore Street Capital announces first close for energy storage fund News Aggregation Team Thursday, January 22, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127801/gore-street-capital-announces-first-close-for-energy-storage-fund The article 9 fund will focus on acquiring and managing battery storage projects with 80% minimum target exposure to EU member states. Planet SOS Investec arranges £80 million investment loan for office-led St. Pancras Campus 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 Bridging the Gap: Aligning Insurance Portfolios with Sustainable Outcomes 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 European Investment Fund pledges €70 million to Klima2, Alantra’s next Energy Transition growth fund 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