Managers of Wealth - Europe https://europe.managersofwealth.com/ Tue, 20 Jan 2026 15:41:57 GMT part of MediaG8way Group https://europe.managersofwealth.com/ https://europe.managersofwealth.com/assets/images/logo.png Managers of Wealth - Europe KohanaPHP Titanbay establishes Swiss Advisory Board to support regional growth News Team Tuesday, January 20, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127737/titanbay-establishes-swiss-advisory-board-to-support-regional-growth The Swiss Advisory Board will act as a strategic sounding board in the country, bringing local market insight and industry expertise to support Titanbay’s continued expansion across Switzerland and the wider EMEA region. Wealth and Asset Management Rothschild Martin Maurel continues its regional expansion with a new office in Nice News Team Tuesday, January 20, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127738/rothschild-martin-maurel-continues-its-regional-expansion-with-a-new-office-in-nice It is Rothschild Martin Maurel’s eighth office in France and the third in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region, after Marseille and Aix-en-Provence. Wealth and Asset Management Barclays adds to cricket portfolio and Lord’s partnership by becoming principal partner of Lord’s-based cricket team, London Spirit News Team Tuesday, January 20, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127739/barclays-adds-to-cricket-portfolio-and-lordamprsquos-partnership-by-becoming-principal-partner-of-lordamprsquos-based-cricket-team-london-spirit This partnership strengthens Barclays’ role across all levels of cricket at Lord’s, from elite competition to grassroots development. Wealth and Asset Management W1M becomes FEIFA Gold Partner to strengthen support for British Expat Advisers News Team Tuesday, January 20, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127747/w1m-becomes-feifa-gold-partner-to-strengthen-support-for-british-expat-advisers This partnership supports W1M’s strategic objective to deepen its engagement with British expat advisers, particularly in key markets such as Spain and Switzerland. Wealth and Asset Management Combining algorithms and client goals News Aggregation Team Tuesday, January 20, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127748/combining-algorithms-and-client-goals While it is vital for investment firms to focus on clients, asset management entrepreneur Adina Grigoriu refuses to ditch traditional portfolio theories which have shaped her career Wealth and Asset Management UBP Investment Outlook 2026 - Navigating changes, capturing opportunities News Team Monday, January 19, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127711/ubp-investment-outlook-2026-navigating-changes-capturing-opportunities As 2026 unfolds, the global economy is entering a pivotal transition, shifting from fragmented resilience to resynchronised growth, while inflation is returning to a more normalised and moderate path. Wealth and Asset Management Lombard Odier – two centuries of personalised wealth management, and a strengthened growth dynamic in Spain News Team Monday, January 19, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127712/lombard-odier-ampndash-two-centuries-of-personalised-wealth-management-and-a-strengthened-growth-dynamic-in-spain The Swiss private bank has positioned itself as a “boutique” wealth management firm committed to independence and a long-term vision. Founded in 1796, 2026 marks Lombard Odier’s 230th anniversary. Wealth and Asset Management Positioning for growth and income in 2026 News Team Monday, January 19, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127720/positioning-for-growth-and-income-in-2026 It was a positive year for capturing growth and income, framed, in simple terms by the impressive power of broadening out. Wealth and Asset Management Amethis and Edmond de Rothschild Private Equity announce the final closing of Amethis Fund III in line with its target at EUR 406M News Team Monday, January 19, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127721/amethis-and-edmond-de-rothschild-private-equity-announce-the-final-closing-of-amethis-fund-iii-in-line-with-its-target-at-eur-406m AFIII is the third vintage of Amethis’ flagship pan-African strategy. Wealth and Asset Management Wealth management firm Logic Investments enters special administration News Aggregation Team Monday, January 19, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127722/wealth-management-firm-logic-investments-enters-special-administration Joint special administrators Alexander Watkins and Edward Boyle will manage client claims against the firm Wealth and Asset Management LV= Appoints Chief Transformation and Technology Officer News Aggregation Team Tuesday, January 20, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127729/lv-appoints-chief-transformation-and-technology-officer Anita’s appointment forms part of the mutual’s continued commitment to strengthening its strategic, operational and customer driven capabilities. Executive Moves Nedgroup hires ex-HSBC Asset Management client team lead News Aggregation Team Tuesday, January 20, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127730/nedgroup-hires-ex-hsbc-asset-management-client-team-lead It comes after the senior appointment of Denis Skeate to Nedgroup’s client team in September. Executive Moves Ex-Pax AM investment services head co-founds AI real estate platform News Aggregation Team Tuesday, January 20, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127731/ex-pax-am-investment-services-head-co-founds-ai-real-estate-platform Marco Fröhlich and Jonas Mühlethaler have co-founded Kazai to aid communication between property owners and tenants. Executive Moves Dechert Welcomes Private Equity and Infrastructure Lawyer Jarlath Pratt News Team Tuesday, January 20, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127734/dechert-welcomes-private-equity-and-infrastructure-lawyer-jarlath-pratt We are excited to welcome Jarlath to Dechert. Executive Moves RBC Brewin Dolphin hires four and appoints two office heads News Aggregation Team Tuesday, January 20, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127740/rbc-brewin-dolphin-hires-four-and-appoints-two-office-heads RBC has kicked off 2026 with a raft of appointments across its regional network. Executive Moves IQ-EQ names Head of Private Wealth for Guernsey News Team Tuesday, January 20, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127746/iq-eq-names-head-of-private-wealth-for-guernsey This appointment reflects her outstanding contribution to the business and her deep expertise in the private wealth sector. Executive Moves Sebastian Stein joins Savills Germany as Director Investment in the Capital Markets team News Team Monday, January 19, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127703/sebastian-stein-joins-savills-germany-as-director-investment-in-the-capital-markets-team He will also support them with strategic consulting services throughout the entire transaction process. Executive Moves Syz Bank appoints Nicolas Syz as CEO, marking a new generation of leadership News Team Monday, January 19, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127713/syz-bank-appoints-nicolas-syz-as-ceo-marking-a-new-generation-of-leadership His appointment underscores the Group’s strategy to build the next chapter of growth on the foundations of its entrepreneurial heritage and modern, bold innovation. Executive Moves Quilter Investors bolsters manager research team with double hire News Team Monday, January 19, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127715/quilter-investors-bolsters-manager-research-team-with-double-hire She has also previously worked in investment analysis for Atomos Wealth where she assisted in the managing of model portfolios. Executive Moves Change in the management of SIX News Team Monday, January 19, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127719/change-in-the-management-of-six Under his leadership, SIX's CFO function underwent a fundamental restructuring and realignment, making a significant contribution to the company's continued success. Executive Moves Tribunal upholds ban and fines for corrupt and dishonest adviser News Team Tuesday, January 20, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127735/tribunal-upholds-ban-and-fines-for-corrupt-and-dishonest-adviser Mr Reynolds was dishonest when he gave pension transfer advice and investment recommendations to his customers, causing them significant harm. Legal, Regulation & Compliance The Joint Bank Reporting Committee publishes its 2026 Work Programme and recommendations to enhance semantic integration on ESG definitions News Team Tuesday, January 20, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127742/the-joint-bank-reporting-committee-publishes-its-2026-work-programme-and-recommendations-to-enhance-semantic-integration-on-esg-definitions In the coming year, the JBRC will maintain its focus on semantic integration and on developing common definitions and standards across statistical, supervisory and resolution reporting. Legal, Regulation & Compliance The messenger matters in monetary policy communication News Team Tuesday, January 20, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127743/the-messenger-matters-in-monetary-policy-communication This ECB Blog post explains how the messenger can affect both the reach and influence of policy communication. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Advising on multiple high-profile transactions during 2025 highlighting strategic success News Team Tuesday, January 20, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127745/advising-on-multiple-high-profile-transactions-during-2025-highlighting-strategic-success These market-leading transactions are a testament to our commitment to expanding our Irish operations, while showcasing the depth of our legal expertise. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Proskauer Advises Financing Sources for Apollo’s Acquisition of French Food Retailer Prosol Group News Team Tuesday, January 20, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127750/proskauer-advises-financing-sources-for-apolloamprsquos-acquisition-of-french-food-retailer-prosol-group Apollo has agreed to acquire a majority stake in Prosol, with existing shareholders and the management team also agreeing to reinvest. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Market Horizons: The UK’s new prospectus regime from a debt capital markets perspective—all change please! News Team Tuesday, January 20, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127751/market-horizons-the-ukamprsquos-new-prospectus-regime-from-a-debt-capital-markets-perspectiveampmdashall-change-please With the new regime now live, the panel provide a practical overview of the key changes and their implications Legal, Regulation & Compliance European Court of Justice: work carried out in third countries also counts when determining the applicable social security legislation News Team Monday, January 19, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127702/european-court-of-justice-work-carried-out-in-third-countries-also-counts-when-determining-the-applicable-social-security-legislation The essence of the ruling is that when assessing whether an employee undertakes a "substantial part" of their work in the home state, work carried out in third countries should also be taken into account. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Bank of England's Andrew Bailey says weak growth risks financial instability News Aggregation Team Monday, January 19, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127709/bank-of-englandamp039s-andrew-bailey-says-weak-growth-risks-financial-instability He argued that strong growth has historically made international cooperation workable, Legal, Regulation & Compliance Global imbalances in a more fragmented world – remarks by Andrew Bailey News Aggregation Team Friday, January 16, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127690/global-imbalances-in-a-more-fragmented-world-ampndash-remarks-by-andrew-bailey Given at the Bellagio Group event, Bank of England Legal, Regulation & Compliance FCA fines oil rig consultant £309,843 for insider dealing News Team Friday, January 16, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127691/fca-fines-oil-rig-consultant-amppound309843-for-insider-dealing The FCA was initially notified of some of Mr Gerrity’s trading through Suspicious Transaction and Order Reports (STORs) submitted by a firm, showing the vital role of industry in uncovering market abuse. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Digital assets and payments News Team Tuesday, January 20, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127736/digital-assets-and-payments Increasing regulatory clarity sets the stage for strategic choices FinTech UK fintech raised $5.3Bn in 2025, up 10% from 2024 News Aggregation Team Monday, January 19, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127726/uk-fintech-raised-53bn-in-2025-up-10-from-2024 The year saw continued participation in large funding rounds, with 11 $100+ million funding rounds recorded, compared to 10 such rounds in 2024 and 12 such rounds in 2023. FinTech Bank-backed stablecoins: a new chapter for payments in Europe? News Aggregation Team Monday, January 19, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127727/bank-backed-stablecoins-a-new-chapter-for-payments-in-europe For European banks, part of the debate around stablecoins involve how they can be deployed responsibly and at scale, without affecting financial intermediation. FinTech Linvo integrates AI across wealth management services News Team Friday, January 16, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127679/linvo-integrates-ai-across-wealth-management-services Advisors will use the same AI tools to deliver faster, data-driven support. FinTech Bitwise expands presence in Nordics with listing of seven crypto ETPs on Nasdaq Stockholm and two senior appointments News Team Thursday, January 15, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127674/bitwise-expands-presence-in-nordics-with-listing-of-seven-crypto-etps-on-nasdaq-stockholm-and-two-senior-appointments The listings give Swedish investors access to exchange-listed crypto exposure through regulated products denominated in Swedish kronor (SEK). FinTech Monzo bank says issue affecting its mobile app resolved 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 BBVA (Banco Bilbao) Is Quietly Becoming One of Europe’s Most Digital Banks 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 Global FinTech deals over $100M increased by 21% YoY pushing funding higher in 2025 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 Zilch to acquire Lithuania’s Fjord Bank for expansion in Europe 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 Lloyds leads UK banking shift to blockchain technology 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 Europe’s gateway to private capital News Aggregation Team Tuesday, January 20, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127732/europeamprsquos-gateway-to-private-capital With venture ecosystems less developed than in the US, Europe offers opportunities in AI, fintech, cybersecurity and biotech. Alternative Investments Pension, ISA or cash: Which is the quickest way to get to £120,000? News Aggregation Team Tuesday, January 20, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127733/pension-isa-or-cash-which-is-the-quickest-way-to-get-to-amppound120000 Saving through a pension could get you there eight years more quickly than stocks and shares. Alternative Investments ‘This is not a short term blip’, says Royal London’s AAA-rated Paola Binns News Aggregation Team Tuesday, January 20, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127741/amplsquothis-is-not-a-short-term-blipamprsquo-says-royal-londonamprsquos-aaa-rated-paola-binns Paola Binns discusses the strong performance of her short-dated bonds funds. Alternative Investments Finserve Appoints Spring Capital To Distribute Industry's Longest Running Active Global Defence Fund News Team Tuesday, January 20, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127749/finserve-appoints-spring-capital-to-distribute-industryamp039s-longest-running-active-global-defence-fund Independent funds distributor to market the Finserve Global Security Fund, the UK and Europe’s first actively managed global defence fund, as interest in defence, cybersecurity and space intensifies Alternative Investments Beat Blue Monday by taking control of your finances and your future News Team Monday, January 19, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127704/beat-blue-monday-by-taking-control-of-your-finances-and-your-future Instead of letting Blue Monday take hold, Quilter Invest is urging people to take small, practical steps to regain control of their finances to beat the blues and set themselves up confidently for the year ahead. Alternative Investments UK headquartered Oxbow Partners launches in New York News Aggregation Team Monday, January 19, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127707/uk-headquartered-oxbow-partners-launches-in-new-york Alongside this, the firm’s market intelligence team offers unique analysis into the UK market and global reinsurance. Alternative Investments Bank of England alarm as hedge fund gilt bets hit £100bn News Aggregation Team Monday, January 19, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127708/bank-of-england-alarm-as-hedge-fund-gilt-bets-hit-amppound100bn Sudden economic or financial shock risks triggering ‘fire sales’ in UK bonds, officials warn Alternative Investments Hohn Breaks Citadel’s Record With $18.9 Billion Trading Profit News Aggregation Team Monday, January 19, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127710/hohn-breaks-citadelamprsquos-record-with-189-billion-trading-profit Hohn’s equity-focused TCI Fund Management made $18.9 billion, according to estimates by finance firm Edmond de Rothschild. Alternative Investments Morningstar launches “first” pure-play GenAI index News Aggregation Team Monday, January 19, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127716/morningstar-launches-ampldquofirstamprdquo-pure-play-genai-index The index aims to address a gap in existing benchmarks, which usually overlook private companies despite their role in GenAI development. Alternative Investments “Fomo” keeps global institutions invested for 2026: Natixis survey News Aggregation Team Monday, January 19, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127717/ampldquofomoamprdquo-keeps-global-institutions-invested-for-2026-natixis-survey Equities remain favoured across regions despite high valuations. Alternative Investments World-Leading CEOs will gather in Oslo for NBIM Investment Conference in April News Team Friday, January 16, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127689/world-leading-ceos-will-gather-in-oslo-for-nbim-investment-conference-in-april Jamie Dimon, Kenneth Griffin and Ajay Banga are among top executives exploring "What's a winning culture?" at NBIM’s annual Investment Conference in April. Investment Banking Deutsche Bank expands support for PayPal to strengthen global payment capabilities 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 UK fintech investment second highest globally at £2.6bn 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 Deutsche Bank tries to put its many crises behind it 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 New boss for Santander after £2.65bn TSB deal 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 Can Barclays shares do it all over again in 2026? 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 Intesa Sanpaolo Strengthens Its Focus on the Middle East: Imi Cib Solidifies Its Role as a Strategic Partner in the Gulf Region 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 Investment banks expect UK borrowing costs to fall further in 2026 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 UniCredit Unpacked: onemarkets surpasses €1bn AUM in Greece – a major milestone in our Alpha Bank partnership 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 Two out of three entrepreneurs want to stop within 10 years, but business succession falters 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 UK labour market slows further in November, but unemployment rate holds steady News Team Tuesday, January 20, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127753/uk-labour-market-slows-further-in-november-but-unemployment-rate-holds-steady Estimates for payrolled employees in the UK fell by 155,000 between November 2024 and November 2025 and dropped by 33,000 on a monthly basis. Comment, Analysis & Research UK jobs market cools as wage growth eases News Aggregation Team Tuesday, January 20, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127752/uk-jobs-market-cools-as-wage-growth-eases Private sector wage growth eased more sharply, falling to 3.6% from 3.9%, highlighting growing caution among employers. Comment, Analysis & Research 2026: what's in store for EU financial regulation News Team Monday, January 19, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127718/2026-whatamp039s-in-store-for-eu-financial-regulation The package, which will require extensive negotiation by each of the EU Parliament and EU Council in 2026, will complete the ambition of a Savings and Investments Union. Comment, Analysis & Research Record breaking auction for offshore wind secured to take back control of Britain's energy News Team Thursday, January 15, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127670/record-breaking-auction-for-offshore-wind-secured-to-take-back-control-of-britainamp039s-energy A record 8.4GW of offshore wind secured in Europe’s biggest ever offshore wind auction. Comment, Analysis & Research “Ambition gap” widening as one in four UK adults have no financial aspirations for the next decade News Team Thursday, January 15, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127671/ampldquoambition-gapamprdquo-widening-as-one-in-four-uk-adults-have-no-financial-aspirations-for-the-next-decade The final chapter of SJP’s Real Life Advice Report reveals how sustained cost-of-living pressures and economic uncertainty are eroding people’s confidence in the future, creating apathy towards planning beyond the present. Comment, Analysis & Research UK economy shows glimmers of hope, but questions remain about long-term prospects News Team Thursday, January 15, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127672/uk-economy-shows-glimmers-of-hope-but-questions-remain-about-long-term-prospects That monthly figure did beat expectations of 0.1% as the services sector continued to be the main engine of the UK economy. Comment, Analysis & Research Should private banks double down on asset servicing, or step back? 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 Top Residence and Citizenship Programs for Migrating Millionaires 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 Barclays’ study identifies key recommendations for the EU’s Savings and Investment Union 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 Ten Investment Convictions for 2026 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 Burges Salmon re-launches tax residence tool as a web-app ahead of non-dom regime change News Team Tuesday, January 20, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127744/burges-salmon-re-launches-tax-residence-tool-as-a-web-app-ahead-of-non-dom-regime-change At their fingertips, users get instant results to test past residence for completed tax years, plan future tax-residence and access easy-to-follow flow chart and glossary of terms, with all information also being emailed directly to the user. Tax 100k+ earners could miss out on £255,000 in pension tax relief News Team Tuesday, January 20, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127754/100k-earners-could-miss-out-on-amppound255000-in-pension-tax-relief Reclaiming pension tax relief can add up to £160k or £128k over 20 years for additional and higher rate taxpayers on a £10,000 contribution at 5% growth, with contributions increasing by 2% per year Tax Scottish Budget: income and wealth tax changes explained News Team Thursday, January 15, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127651/scottish-budget-income-and-wealth-tax-changes-explained Scottish taxpayers face different rates and bands of income tax for most of their taxable income. Tax HMRC reveals fiscal drag to push 35,000 more families into the Child Benefit tax charge 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 It’s Official: Italy Raises Its Flat Tax to €300,000 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 What UK expats need to know about tax post-Autumn Budget 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 State pensioners face 'two-tier' income tax rule from HMRC next year 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 Tax receipts provide little Christmas cheer for households but IHT tax take does slow 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 Old Mill proud to be part of Kinbrook Group’s national ranking 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 HSBC to pay about $300 million to settle French tax probe, Bloomberg News reports 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 Global Payments Giant Swift Completes ‘Landmark’ Tokenized Asset Trial News Aggregation Team Monday, January 19, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127714/global-payments-giant-swift-completes-amplsquolandmarkamprsquo-tokenized-asset-trial This marks the first time Swift orchestrated tokenized asset transactions as a single process across networks, integrating ISO 20022 messaging standards with blockchain platforms for secure workflows. Retail Banking Santander completes the sale of 49% of Santander Bank Polska to Erste Group 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 MUFG consolidates European banking operations 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 NatWest Group plc: How a Legacy Bank Is Rebuilding Itself as a Digital Platform 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 NatWest issues major announcement for customers who are social renters 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 CaixaBank evolves its sponsorship activations through intergenerational bonds and football clubs 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 Crédit Agricole named best bank in France for the 3rd year running 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 Atom Bank completes largest Scottish deal 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 Generali and France's BPCE scrap plans to merge asset management units 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 StreamBank unveils simplified bridging product range 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 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 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 Investec sole MLA & bookrunner on £360m AMP Clean Energy debt for Asterion & NWF 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 ESG Economist - Natural gas remains an industrial lifeline 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 EBRD backs cement leader in push for low-carbon future 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 Deutsche Bank sets new 2030 sustainable and transition finance target, and publishes its initial Transition Finance Framework 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 European Commission announces Sustainable Transport Investment Plan to advance low-and-no-carbon fuels 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 Integrating sustainability risks, a major challenge 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