Managers of Wealth - Europe https://europe.managersofwealth.com/ Mon, 20 Apr 2026 23:38:53 BST part of MediaG8way Group https://europe.managersofwealth.com/ https://europe.managersofwealth.com/assets/images/logo.png Managers of Wealth - Europe KohanaPHP Partners Group closes latest private equity secondaries program with over USD 9 billion of total commitments News Team Monday, April 20, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129318/partners-group-closes-latest-private-equity-secondaries-program-with-over-usd-9-billion-of-total-commitments The Program's investor base is comprised of institutions across Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the US, reflecting broad global appetite for the strategy. Wealth and Asset Management A third of UK investors prioritise sustainability over returns News Team Monday, April 20, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129327/a-third-of-uk-investors-prioritise-sustainability-over-returns Almost a third of UK investors say they would accept lower financial returns in order to invest ethically or sustainably, with younger investors and higher-wealth individuals showing the strongest preference for sustainable investing. Wealth and Asset Management HSBC survey: affluent investors reach a turning point with cash allocations News Aggregation Team Monday, April 20, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129329/hsbc-survey-affluent-investors-reach-a-turning-point-with-cash-allocations Gold is increasingly viewed as a popular allocation rather than a selective hedge, according to an HSBC poll. Wealth and Asset Management Alpha FMC: Asset and Wealth manager investments need to deliver ‘tangible value’ in 2026 News Aggregation Team Monday, April 20, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129330/alpha-fmc-asset-and-wealth-manager-investments-need-to-deliver-amplsquotangible-valueamprsquo-in-2026 More than half of asset management firms are prioritising cost optimisation Wealth and Asset Management CaixaBank will increase its staff in London by 60% thanks to its growth and new lines of business News Team Monday, April 20, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129331/caixabank-will-increase-its-staff-in-london-by-60-thanks-to-its-growth-and-new-lines-of-business This growth reaffirms CaixaBank’s commitment to strengthening operations in key markets. Wealth and Asset Management Lumin Wealth buys London-based Gresham Financial Strategies News Aggregation Team Monday, April 20, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129332/lumin-wealth-buys-london-based-gresham-financial-strategies The acquisition adds over £140m ($189.7m) in assets under management (AuM) to Lumin's books. Wealth and Asset Management HNWIs rethinking international plans as tax becomes secondary to stability News Aggregation Team Monday, April 20, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129336/hnwis-rethinking-international-plans-as-tax-becomes-secondary-to-stability People leaving the UK are more likely to focus on destinations within Europe Wealth and Asset Management Broadridge Announces Strategic Investment in CENTRL to Enhance Due Diligence and RFP Solutions for Asset Management and Retirement Industry News Team Monday, April 20, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129339/broadridge-announces-strategic-investment-in-centrl-to-enhance-due-diligence-and-rfp-solutions-for-asset-management-and-retirement-industry The financial services industry continues to face increasing regulatory scrutiny, fragmented counterparty oversight processes and a growing volume of manual and duplicative due diligence requests. Wealth and Asset Management TBTF: Economic consequences of a complete equity withdrawal of foreign investments News Team Friday, April 17, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129300/tbtf-economic-consequences-of-a-complete-equity-withdrawal-of-foreign-investments In practice, this measure affects only UBS, the sole remaining globally active Swiss bank. Wealth and Asset Management BIL Opens a New Chapter in Switzerland News Aggregation Team Friday, April 17, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129294/bil-opens-a-new-chapter-in-switzerland Amid the conflict surrounding Iran, much attention has focused on both military escalation and emerging opportunities for financial centers such as Switzerland and Singapore. Wealth and Asset Management 3T Family Office founder joins Geneva wealth group News Aggregation Team Monday, April 20, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129328/3t-family-office-founder-joins-geneva-wealth-group Kristinn Kristinsson was CEO as well as founder of 3T Family Office and held senior roles at banks including Credit Suisse before joining Jar Capital. Executive Moves Bantleon expands convertible bond management News Team Monday, April 20, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129337/bantleon-expands-convertible-bond-management He will focus on the quantitative and qualitative analysis of international convertible bond issuers. Executive Moves Markus Suter will become the new Head of Private Client Advisory East News Team Monday, April 20, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129338/markus-suter-will-become-the-new-head-of-private-client-advisory-east With Markus Suter, the bank gains a seasoned and well-connected individual with extensive experience in the financial sector. Executive Moves Rothschild & Co appoints Ilga Haubelt, Head of Investments for UK Wealth Management business News Team Friday, April 17, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129295/rothschild-ampamp-co-appoints-ilga-haubelt-head-of-investments-for-uk-wealth-management-business Ilga brings more than 20 years of investment experience spanning research, portfolio management and senior oversight of global investment teams. Executive Moves Alvarez & Marsal launches reputation advisory practice News Aggregation Team Friday, April 17, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129317/alvarez-ampamp-marsal-launches-reputation-advisory-practice Research shows reputation accounts for roughly a third of the market value of the UK’s largest listed companies. Executive Moves Citi Veterans Join Billionaire-Backed EFG in London Wealth Push News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 16, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129264/citi-veterans-join-billionaire-backed-efg-in-london-wealth-push Shalini Mathur and Gbolahan Fasade recently started as client relationship officers in London with a focus on serving individuals from Sub-Saharan Africa Executive Moves Aviva Investors expands multi-asset investment team News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 16, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129267/aviva-investors-expands-multi-asset-investment-team His appointment marks the further strengthening of Aviva Investors’ existing 40-strong Aviva Investors multi-asset team. Executive Moves Absolute Financial Group appoints chief compliance officer News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 16, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129277/absolute-financial-group-appoints-chief-compliance-officer She has also held senior roles at Vintage Wealth Management, the Oberon Group and Kingswood Group. Executive Moves PIMFA appoints Andrea Montague, CEO of Brooks Macdonald as a new member of the PIMFA Board News Team Thursday, April 16, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129284/pimfa-appoints-andrea-montague-ceo-of-brooks-macdonald-as-a-new-member-of-the-pimfa-board We are delighted to welcome Andrea Montague, Chief Executive Officer of Brooks Macdonald to the PIMFA Board of Directors. Executive Moves Bank von Roll reveals private banking boss in reshuffle News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 16, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129285/bank-von-roll-reveals-private-banking-boss-in-reshuffle The private banking group has added asset management and private banking heads to its executive board. Executive Moves National Security Regulation & Investment Risk: Quarterly Update from Washington News Team Monday, April 20, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129320/national-security-regulation-ampamp-investment-risk-quarterly-update-from-washington It increasingly sits alongside antitrust, tax, and core regulatory analysis as a mainstream workstream in cross-border strategy and execution. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Rolling out AML reforms in the EU’s smallest nation News Aggregation Team Monday, April 20, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129321/rolling-out-aml-reforms-in-the-euamprsquos-smallest-nation Alfred Zammit, director of the Financial Intelligence Analysis Unit (FIAU) in Malta, outlines the ongoing changes Legal, Regulation & Compliance Pension Schemes Bill returns to the Lords News Team Monday, April 20, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129325/pension-schemes-bill-returns-to-the-lords The government intends these reforms to improve outcomes for savers and encourage pension schemes to invest in the UK economy. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Statement by Christine Lagarde, President of the ECB, at the fifty-third meeting of the International Monetary and Financial Committee News Team Monday, April 20, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129335/statement-by-christine-lagarde-president-of-the-ecb-at-the-fifty-third-meeting-of-the-international-monetary-and-financial-committee The adverse effects on the global economy from the war in the Middle East primarily stem from the sharp increase in energy prices. Legal, Regulation & Compliance EIB Group, European Commission and IFC back Biovac to build Africa’s first end-to-end multi-vaccine manufacturing site News Team Friday, April 17, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129298/eib-group-european-commission-and-ifc-back-biovac-to-build-africaamprsquos-first-end-to-end-multi-vaccine-manufacturing-site The project will expand Africa’s vaccine manufacturing capacity, support equitable access to essential immunisations and strengthen preparedness for future pandemics. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Prudential Regulation Authority Business Plan 2026/27 News Team Friday, April 17, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129307/prudential-regulation-authority-business-plan-202627 This year’s business plan confirms the PRA’s continued focus on safety and soundness and policyholder protection, alongside a proportionate and efficient approach to regulation. Legal, Regulation & Compliance This time is different? Speech by Sarah Breeden News Team Friday, April 17, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129308/this-time-is-different-speech-by-sarah-breeden Given at the HLS-PIFS Symposium on “Building the Financial System of the 21st Century: An Agenda for Europe and the United States” Legal, Regulation & Compliance UK firms face “converging risks” as disruption accelerates, Aon warns News Aggregation Team Friday, April 17, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129312/uk-firms-face-ampldquoconverging-risksamprdquo-as-disruption-accelerates-aon-warns The survey reveals that the most significant risks for UK businesses are not only intensifying, but converging in ways that demand a strategic, resilient response. Legal, Regulation & Compliance A legal and regulatory synthesis on the future of financial compliance News Aggregation Team Friday, April 17, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129315/a-legal-and-regulatory-synthesis-on-the-future-of-financial-compliance Latest guide from Funds Europe Intelligence cites awareness needed as the regulatory and legal landscape shifts Legal, Regulation & Compliance Revolut’s UK banking licence unlikely to disrupt incumbents, Citi says News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 16, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129266/revolutamprsquos-uk-banking-licence-unlikely-to-disrupt-incumbents-citi-says Revolut reported 13 million UK customers and 69 million globally, with transaction volumes rising 67% year-over-year to £986 billion in 2025. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Moonfare climbs into AI News Team Monday, April 20, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129326/moonfare-climbs-into-ai The strategy will do this through a curated portfolio of leading growth managers, complemented by direct investments into category-leading technology companies. FinTech Anthropic's Mythos AI sparks UK bank cyber stability alarm News Aggregation Team Friday, April 17, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129305/anthropicamp039s-mythos-ai-sparks-uk-bank-cyber-stability-alarm Those tests uncovered thousands of previously unknown bugs, including zero-day vulnerabilities in major operating systems and web browsers. FinTech BDO to reduce senior partners clearing path for younger staff News Aggregation Team Friday, April 17, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129316/bdo-to-reduce-senior-partners-clearing-path-for-younger-staff Amid the UK consulting sector’s continued downturn, the largest entities in the sector have consistently been looking for ways to preserve their profitability. FinTech Crypto Finance, AMINA, and Incore Bank Complete Second-Phase Payment Infrastructure Pilot on Google Cloud Universal Ledger for Instant Account-to-Account Transfers News Team Friday, April 10, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129164/crypto-finance-amina-and-incore-bank-complete-second-phase-payment-infrastructure-pilot-on-google-cloud-universal-ledger-for-instant-account-to-account-transfers During this step of the pilot, Crypto Finance acted as Currency Operator, defining governance standards, onboarding criteria, and transaction rules, while Incore Bank and AMINA integrated the new capabilities directly into their regulated banking environm FinTech Beyond Basic ITAM: Navigating the Digital Economy with Intelligent Solutions News Team Friday, April 10, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129165/beyond-basic-itam-navigating-the-digital-economy-with-intelligent-solutions Intelligent automation expands on simpler forms of automation by integrating technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and robotic process automation to handle more complex tasks. FinTech Celsion Bank AG launches as a fully licensed bank built for digital assets News Team Friday, April 10, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129171/celsion-bank-ag-launches-as-a-fully-licensed-bank-built-for-digital-assets The bank focuses on clients active in digital assets, including companies, asset managers, foundations, and other corporates with digital asset exposure. FinTech AI in the workplace 2026 UK: what employers need to know about the Business and Trade Committee inquiry News Team Thursday, April 09, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129157/ai-in-the-workplace-2026-uk-what-employers-need-to-know-about-the-business-and-trade-committee-inquiry Its purpose is to understand the opportunities and costs of AI adoption and to assess whether current workplace protections are sufficient in a world where AI is becoming essential infrastructure. FinTech W1M enables secure, compliant collaboration across Microsoft 365 tenants News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 09, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129155/w1m-enables-secure-compliant-collaboration-across-microsoft-365-tenants The company achieved zero-downtime migration, reduced service desk requests, and strengthened governance, while creating a scalable blueprint for future acquisitions and AI adoption. FinTech Trustly tops 120m users globally as Pay by Bank adoption increases News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 09, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129158/trustly-tops-120m-users-globally-as-pay-by-bank-adoption-increases Meanwhile, in the United States, at least 100 million consumers have authorised a third party like Trustly to access their bank account data. FinTech FundsTech 2026: Cybersecurity, quantum computing and the future of asset management News Aggregation Team Wednesday, April 08, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129114/fundstech-2026-cybersecurity-quantum-computing-and-the-future-of-asset-management Security and efficiency considerations ahead of the next great wave of innovation FinTech Janus Henderson shareholders approve acquisition, signs BNP Paribas mandate News Aggregation Team Monday, April 20, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129319/janus-henderson-shareholders-approve-acquisition-signs-bnp-paribas-mandate Janus Henderson has received shareholder approval for its acquisition by Trian and General Catalyst while also agreeing a long-term mandate with BNP Paribas. Alternative Investments NBB joins forces with BLME to provide UK property loans News Aggregation Team Monday, April 20, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129323/nbb-joins-forces-with-blme-to-provide-uk-property-loans A shariah-compliant bank based in London, BLME focuses on key business areas such as wealth management solutions, real estate finance and savings products Alternative Investments Can your pension savings really keep you in old age? News Aggregation Team Monday, April 20, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129324/can-your-pension-savings-really-keep-you-in-old-age That is the real pension contract, and it is one the UK has steadily abandoned. Alternative Investments Europe Active ETF Market Expands but Still Niche News Aggregation Team Monday, April 20, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129334/europe-active-etf-market-expands-but-still-niche The research firm has also introduced a new classification framework, dividing active ETFs into “discretionary” and “systematic” strategies for better investor assessment. Alternative Investments Royal London launches Targeted Support service News Team Monday, April 20, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129340/royal-london-launches-targeted-support-service This new digital offering is available to Royal London mobile app customers from today. Alternative Investments Standard Life offers attractive returns for shareholders after Aegon deal, says UBS News Aggregation Team Monday, April 20, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129342/standard-life-offers-attractive-returns-for-shareholders-after-aegon-deal-says-ubs The next catalyst is a new three-year plan, due later in 2026, where UBS expects upgraded targets and higher returns to shareholders. Alternative Investments Investec Alternatives reports record year for Direct Lending in 2025 News Team Friday, April 17, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129293/investec-alternatives-reports-record-year-for-direct-lending-in-2025 The performance reflects continued client confidence in Investec’s lower mid-market strategy Alternative Investments Insurance Broker Alea Expands to Europe News Team Friday, April 17, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129297/insurance-broker-alea-expands-to-europe This move positions Alea as a key licensed intermediary in France, bridging the gap between European and Asian markets. Alternative Investments Thornburg expands London team as UCITS assets surpass US$645m News Aggregation Team Friday, April 17, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129299/thornburg-expands-london-team-as-ucits-assets-surpass-us645m To support this momentum across the UK, Europe and selected international markets, Thornburg has appointed Andrew Patterson as director of UK/EMEA business development. Alternative Investments Zurich closes Turicum Re 2026-1, successfully returning to the catastrophe bond market News Team Friday, April 17, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129303/zurich-closes-turicum-re-2026-1-successfully-returning-to-the-catastrophe-bond-market $150M catastrophe bond for U.S. named storm and earthquake adds flexibility in reinsurance protection. Alternative Investments 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 Aktia Bank Plc expands its distribution network in Europe through three new sales partnerships News Team Friday, April 10, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129168/aktia-bank-plc-expands-its-distribution-network-in-europe-through-three-new-sales-partnerships The new partners have a strong local presence and extensive experience in institutional sales. Investment Banking The Bank of France received nearly €13 billion following the repatriation of gold from the United States News Aggregation Team Tuesday, April 07, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129086/the-bank-of-france-received-nearly-ampeuro13-billion-following-the-repatriation-of-gold-from-the-united-states While the bank ended 2024 with a loss of 7.7 billion euros, thanks to “gold” profits, 2025 closed with a surplus of 8.1 billion euros. Investment Banking Rebuilding Europe’s Financial Competitiveness in the Age of AI News Team Thursday, April 02, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129071/rebuilding-europeamprsquos-financial-competitiveness-in-the-age-of-ai At Morgan Stanley’s European Financials Conference, executives discussed private credit scrutiny, AI adoption and how regulatory momentum and capital mobilization may reshape competitiveness. Investment Banking Morgan Stanley turns defensive on European banks, keeps faith with Barclays and Lloyds News Aggregation Team Tuesday, March 24, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/128900/morgan-stanley-turns-defensive-on-european-banks-keeps-faith-with-barclays-and-lloyds Spain and Ireland were highlighted as the biggest beneficiaries of the rate environment, given their sensitivity and economic resilience. Investment Banking Jefferies cut its London pay after profits rose 40% News Aggregation Team Tuesday, March 17, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/128773/jefferies-cut-its-london-pay-after-profits-rose-40 More impressively, its bottom-line income for the year reached £92m ($122m), a staggering 40% increase on the year before. Investment Banking World Corporate and Investment Banking Report News Team Monday, March 16, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/128735/world-corporate-and-investment-banking-report Navigate the great inflection point Investment Banking PPI expands lost pensions 2026 survey to include DB providers News Aggregation Team Monday, April 20, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129344/ppi-expands-lost-pensions-2026-survey-to-include-db-providers In addition to its DB scheme expansion, the PPI will also explore underlying factors behind lost pensions and the impact on policy and savers’ outcomes. Comment, Analysis & Research EY named a Leader in The Forrester Wave for OCM Services News Team Friday, April 17, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129292/ey-named-a-leader-in-the-forrester-wave-for-ocm-services Forrester also notes that EY’s simplified structure means customers can expect more integrated service offerings. Comment, Analysis & Research Fitch Rates CA Indosuez Wealth (Europe) 'A+'; Outlook Stable News Team Wednesday, April 15, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129241/fitch-rates-ca-indosuez-wealth-europe-amp039aamp039-outlook-stable The Stable Outlook on the Long-Term IDR mirrors that on CACIB's Long-Term IDR. Comment, Analysis & Research New NextWealth Guide released today shows how the Centralised Retirement Proposition (CRP) for advisers has become a Consistent Retirement Playbook News Team Wednesday, April 15, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129261/new-nextwealth-guide-released-today-shows-how-the-centralised-retirement-proposition-crp-for-advisers-has-become-a-consistent-retirement-playbook These findings suggest that many firms already operate a Consistent Retirement Playbook, even if it is not formally labelled as such. Comment, Analysis & Research Men in UK financial services earn £40,000 more than female colleagues News Aggregation Team Tuesday, April 14, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129218/men-in-uk-financial-services-earn-amppound40000-more-than-female-colleagues In terms of working hours, men work an average of 48.27 per week versus 46.75 for women, translating into hourly earnings of £68.66 and £54.78. Comment, Analysis & Research How leaders can aim for success as private markets change the rules News Team Monday, April 13, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129189/how-leaders-can-aim-for-success-as-private-markets-change-the-rules As private capital moves into retail channels, liquidity design and operating resilience will determine scale and survival. Comment, Analysis & Research Bank of England Examines How Global Financial and Lending Strategies Impact UK Economy News Aggregation Team Monday, April 13, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129195/bank-of-england-examines-how-global-financial-and-lending-strategies-impact-uk-economy The insights shared by the Bank of England explain that advances in big data, artificial intelligence and online platforms have sharply reduced the cost of changing prices. Comment, Analysis & Research Blevins Franks: Net closing in on undeclared assets News Aggregation Team Friday, April 10, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129169/blevins-franks-net-closing-in-on-undeclared-assets Clients and their advisers are facing the strictest financial scrutiny seen in Blevins Franks’ 50-year history, writes head of wealth structuring David Morley Comment, Analysis & Research Italy Tightens Pension Controls Abroad While Dangling a 4% Tax for Returning Retirees News Aggregation Team Friday, April 10, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129170/italy-tightens-pension-controls-abroad-while-dangling-a-4-tax-for-returning-retirees The 2025–2026 verification cycle signals tighter administrative scrutiny of Italy's €1.75 billion cross-border pension footprint. Comment, Analysis & Research Pension providers ‘need new ways to connect’ with younger savers News Aggregation Team Friday, April 10, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129177/pension-providers-amplsquoneed-new-ways-to-connectamprsquo-with-younger-savers This, People’s Pension suggests, means traditional approaches are failing to resonate with those at the start of their savings journey. Comment, Analysis & Research 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 Grant Thornton plans 30% graduate hiring boost News Aggregation Team Monday, March 30, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129013/grant-thornton-plans-30-graduate-hiring-boost The private equity-backed accountancy firm bucks the trend with higher entry-level hiring Tax Inheritance tax climbs past the 2023/24 total and CGT soars News Aggregation Team Friday, March 20, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/128854/inheritance-tax-climbs-past-the-202324-total-and-cgt-soars The impact of higher borrowing costs and renewed volatility in energy markets will appear in future releases, not today’s data. Tax Pension IHT overhaul locked in as Finance Bill set to receive Royal Assent News Team Thursday, March 19, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/128812/pension-iht-overhaul-locked-in-as-finance-bill-set-to-receive-royal-assent These proposals mean the process at death is likely to become more complex, with delays also anticipated in payments to non-exempt beneficiaries. Tax Inheritance tax on pensions gets the final green light despite industry pushback News Aggregation Team Thursday, March 19, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/128814/inheritance-tax-on-pensions-gets-the-final-green-light-despite-industry-pushback From April 2027, pensions will form part of someone’s estate for IHT purposes when they die Tax Danske admits system upgrade exposed over 20,000 client addresses News Aggregation Team Monday, April 20, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129322/danske-admits-system-upgrade-exposed-over-20000-client-addresses The bank became aware of the problem in October, and later checks found that a significant number of clients had been affected. Retail Banking NatWest giving clients case updates comes at brokers’ expense News Aggregation Team Monday, April 20, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129333/natwest-giving-clients-case-updates-comes-at-brokersamprsquo-expense This includes communicating to applicants that the mortgage has been offered. Retail Banking Barclays delays ECB rate hike forecast to June and September 2026 News Aggregation Team Monday, April 20, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129343/barclays-delays-ecb-rate-hike-forecast-to-june-and-september-2026 The ECB interest rates market sits at 0.2% YES for a 50+ bps decrease at the April meeting, unchanged from 24 hours ago. Retail Banking BBVA with Six-figure Customer Base in Germany with 23% of Customers Holding Over 100,000 € News Team Thursday, April 16, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129280/bbva-with-six-figure-customer-base-in-germany-with-23-of-customers-holding-over-100000-ampeuro That strong early confidence is further underscored by the fact that 23% (as of early 2026) of BBVA’s customers in Germany hold more than €100,000 with the bank. Retail Banking Why hyperpersonalisation in banking doesn’t have to be a luxury News Aggregation Team Wednesday, April 15, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129260/why-hyperpersonalisation-in-banking-doesnamprsquot-have-to-be-a-luxury With the right infrastructure in place, hyperpersonalisation can become the standard for all, explains Steve Round Retail Banking Santander Open Academy cements growth with 2.8 million beneficiaries in 2025 News Team Tuesday, April 14, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129226/santander-open-academy-cements-growth-with-28-million-beneficiaries-in-2025 The most in-demand subjects included IT, languages, and job skills as people look to adapt to an ever-changing market. Retail Banking Why AI Agents Are the New Era of UK Retail Banking News Aggregation Team Monday, April 13, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129196/why-ai-agents-are-the-new-era-of-uk-retail-banking With customers reaching for their mobile device long before visiting a branch, digital banking is no longer a differentiator – it is a baseline expectation. Retail Banking Total Payments opens Norwich office News Team Friday, April 10, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129182/total-payments-opens-norwich-office The business has built momentum by offering tailored payment solutions and transparent pricing, helping independent retailers and hospitality operators modernise their payment systems without being tied to a single provider. Retail Banking NatWest and Nationwide told to pay £600 over Isa transfer delay News Aggregation Team Friday, April 10, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129188/natwest-and-nationwide-told-to-pay-amppound600-over-isa-transfer-delay Nationwide examined the complaint but did not uphold it, claiming the transfer failed on multiple occasions because Natwest abandoned the transfer request several times before it had a chance to complete it. Retail Banking Commerzbank reaffirms upside potential of existing business strategy News Team Thursday, April 09, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129147/commerzbank-reaffirms-upside-potential-of-existing-business-strategy Commerzbank currently sees no basis for a mutually agreed value-accretive transaction after interactions with UniCredit. 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 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 Europe leads pledging effort in campaign mobilising €15.5 billion for clean energy in Africa 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