Managers of Wealth - Europe https://europe.managersofwealth.com/ Thu, 15 Jan 2026 18:49:35 GMT part of MediaG8way Group https://europe.managersofwealth.com/ https://europe.managersofwealth.com/assets/images/logo.png Managers of Wealth - Europe KohanaPHP Morningstar Appointed by PIMFA as New Sole Index Series Provider News Team Thursday, January 15, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127652/morningstar-appointed-by-pimfa-as-new-sole-index-series-provider Morningstar Indexes will manage the UK wealth management industry’s key benchmarks from March 2026. Wealth and Asset Management Partners Group delivers double-digit growth in 2025, in demanding market environment News Team Thursday, January 15, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127653/partners-group-delivers-double-digit-growth-in-2025-in-demanding-market-environment For 2026, Partners Group anticipates USD 26-32 billion in gross new client demand through fundraising. Wealth and Asset Management Swiss private banks must compete on identity, not just reputation News Aggregation Team Thursday, January 15, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127654/swiss-private-banks-must-compete-on-identity-not-just-reputation With tradition no longer enough to secure loyalty or growth, Swiss private banks are turning to brand identity as a key driver of long-term performance. Wealth and Asset Management Rathbones reports small increase in Q4 FUMA News Aggregation Team Thursday, January 15, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127659/rathbones-reports-small-increase-in-q4-fuma FUMA across the wealth management division increased to £106.2bn from £103.2bn three months earlier, while asset management FUMA rose to £16.6bn from £16.3bn. Wealth and Asset Management Schroders Trading Update News Team Thursday, January 15, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127660/schroders-trading-update The information in this release is unaudited and based on preliminary year-end reporting processes only and may therefore be subject to change. Wealth and Asset Management A new multi-family office arrives on the scene in Zug News Aggregation Team Thursday, January 15, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127661/a-new-multi-family-office-arrives-on-the-scene-in-zug KohlerPartner was founded by Kurt Kohler, Cyrill Mathis and Michael Heil. Wealth and Asset Management Standard Chartered champions the ideas shaping global business with FT Business Book of the Year Award and Bracken Prize partnership​ News Team Thursday, January 15, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127664/standard-chartered-champions-the-ideas-shaping-global-business-with-ft-business-book-of-the-year-award-and-bracken-prize-partnership The FT Business Book of the Year Award celebrates the most compelling and relevant business writing of the year, providing insight into the issues shaping the world of work, finance, economics and global affairs Wealth and Asset Management Temenos announces strong preliminary Q4 and FY-25 results News Team Thursday, January 15, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127667/temenos-announces-strong-preliminary-q4-and-fy-25-results Q4 and FY-25 summary (growth rates are vs. Q4 and FY-24 proforma, excluding Multifonds) Wealth and Asset Management Cathie Wood enters private markets in Europe News Aggregation Team Thursday, January 15, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127668/cathie-wood-enters-private-markets-in-europe Ark Invest has entered into a partnership with German platform NAO to launch an Eltif. Wealth and Asset Management St James’s Place CIO: How the UK’s largest wealth manager thinks about ETFs News Aggregation Team Wednesday, January 14, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127638/st-jamesamprsquos-place-cio-how-the-ukamprsquos-largest-wealth-manager-thinks-about-etfs The wrapper is playing a growing role in the UK's largest multi-asset fund-on-funds Wealth and Asset Management Julius Baer deputy CEO to exit News Aggregation Team Thursday, January 15, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127655/julius-baer-deputy-ceo-to-exit Nic Dreckmann is set to depart, with HSBC COO for global private banking Jean Nabaa set to replace him in one of his roles. Executive Moves Lugano Pension Fund adds portfolio manager to investment committee News Aggregation Team Thursday, January 15, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127663/lugano-pension-fund-adds-portfolio-manager-to-investment-committee Laura Bolis from WMM Group has joined the committee. Executive Moves Teneo Appoints Michael Spahn as a Senior Managing Director with Herter & Co. in Frankfurt News Team Thursday, January 15, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127665/teneo-appoints-michael-spahn-as-a-senior-managing-director-with-herter-ampamp-co-in-frankfurt He is joined by a team of professionals with experience across leading infrastructure debt providers. Executive Moves Mike Hordley named Chief Operating Officer of HSBC Private Bank News Aggregation Team Thursday, January 15, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127669/mike-hordley-named-chief-operating-officer-of-hsbc-private-bank Mike, who is currently Interim COO of the Swiss Private Bank, will start in the role when a permanent COO for the Swiss Private Bank is in place in April this year. Executive Moves NACFB appoints two new lender directors to its board for 2026 News Aggregation Team Wednesday, January 14, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127636/nacfb-appoints-two-new-lender-directors-to-its-board-for-2026 Jon Wilcox of Lloyds Bank and Nova Everidge of Metro Bank join the NACFB board, bringing technology and asset finance expertise Executive Moves Quilter Cheviot International Strengthens Board and Leadership Team News Team Wednesday, January 14, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127630/quilter-cheviot-international-strengthens-board-and-leadership-team Both bring a wealth of experience and industry insight that will be instrumental in supporting the firm through its next phase of development. Executive Moves Societe Generale appoints new head of EM credit trading News Aggregation Team Wednesday, January 14, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127631/societe-generale-appoints-new-head-of-em-credit-trading Credit expert has more than 23 years’ emerging markets trading experience; has also previously served at Barclays, BNP Paribas, and CIBC. Executive Moves Jean Nabaa to become Chief Operating Officer; Cindy Leggett-Flynn appointed Head of Group Communications News Team Wednesday, January 14, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127637/jean-nabaa-to-become-chief-operating-officer-cindy-leggett-flynn-appointed-head-of-group-communications Julius Baer Group today announced the appointment of Jean Nabaa as Chief Operating Officer (COO) and member of the Executive Board, effective 13 April 2026 and subject to final regulatory approval. Executive Moves Causeway Capital opens London office News Team Wednesday, January 14, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127640/causeway-capital-opens-london-office Causeway Expands Global Reach with London Office and Appointment of Richard Clarke-Wilson as Director of EMEA Business Development Executive Moves Skipton International Announces New CEO News Team Wednesday, January 14, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127643/skipton-international-announces-new-ceo Susan previously served as the Managing Director of Institutional Banking and Head of Guernsey for Royal Bank of Scotland International at NatWest. Executive Moves UK and EU seek closer financial services ties as regulatory shifts loom News Aggregation Team Thursday, January 15, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127656/uk-and-eu-seek-closer-financial-services-ties-as-regulatory-shifts-loom The report warned that proposed EU changes to banking regulation could restrict non‑EU banks from providing lending and deposit services unless they establish a branch or subsidiary in an EU state. Legal, Regulation & Compliance UK and EU regulators sign Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen oversight of critical third parties News Team Thursday, January 15, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127657/uk-and-eu-regulators-sign-memorandum-of-understanding-to-strengthen-oversight-of-critical-third-parties The MoU aims to manage potential risks to financial stability and market confidence, as well as strengthen international cooperation. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Monetary policy and financial stability in the euro area News Team Thursday, January 15, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127666/monetary-policy-and-financial-stability-in-the-euro-area Speech by Luis de Guindos, Vice-President of the ECB, at the 16th edition of Spain Investors Day Legal, Regulation & Compliance National Wealth Fund Strategy to reflect Committee recommendations News Team Thursday, January 15, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127675/national-wealth-fund-strategy-to-reflect-committee-recommendations The Committee also asked for information on the process for evaluating the body and how the NWF would respond if it was told it was ‘crowding out’ private investment. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Advising a club of lenders on financing landmark Italian BESS project News Team Wednesday, January 14, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127634/advising-a-club-of-lenders-on-financing-landmark-italian-bess-project The Rondissone project, at 250 MW with a 4-hour duration, is one of the largest battery storage projects currently under construction in Italy. It is scheduled to commence commercial operations in Q4 2027. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Climate risk management – updated expectations from the PRA News Team Tuesday, January 13, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127600/climate-risk-management-ampndash-updated-expectations-from-the-pra While the overall direction remains unchanged, the statement introduces clearer expectations on board accountability, proportionality, scenario analysis and data governance. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Ahead of the Curve: Regulatory update for retail, wealth and private banks in the UK News Team Tuesday, January 13, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127605/ahead-of-the-curve-regulatory-update-for-retail-wealth-and-private-banks-in-the-uk This includes CP25/36 on client categorization (retail to professional) and conflicts Legal, Regulation & Compliance The European Central Bank has notified its approval to cross the 20% threshold in the share capital of Banco BPM News Team Tuesday, January 13, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127607/the-european-central-bank-has-notified-its-approval-to-cross-the-20-threshold-in-the-share-capital-of-banco-bpm On January 9th, 2026, the European Central Bank has notified its approval to cross the 20% threshold in the share capital of Banco BPM S.p.A («Banco BPM»). Legal, Regulation & Compliance International central bankers on the statement by Federal Reserve Chair Powell on 11 January 2026 News Team Tuesday, January 13, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127615/international-central-bankers-on-the-statement-by-federal-reserve-chair-powell-on-11-january-2026 We stand in full solidarity with the Federal Reserve System and its Chair Jerome H. Powell. Legal, Regulation & Compliance The EBA publishes its final draft technical standards to strengthen supervisory cooperation for third-country branches News Team Monday, January 12, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127575/the-eba-publishes-its-final-draft-technical-standards-to-strengthen-supervisory-cooperation-for-third-country-branches These final draft RTS build on supervisory experience in information exchange and the functioning of colleges for credit institutions. Legal, Regulation & Compliance 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 UK fintech stamps its authority on Europe but faces global threats News Aggregation Team Thursday, January 08, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127536/uk-fintech-stamps-its-authority-on-europe-but-faces-global-threats A surge in investment in the second half of 2025 helped UK fintech hold onto the second place spot for total investment. FinTech Majority of UK firms exposed to cyber-threats amid AI transformation push News Aggregation Team Wednesday, January 07, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127512/majority-of-uk-firms-exposed-to-cyber-threats-amid-ai-transformation-push However, amid a dire situation, it was a risk many firms felt was worth the leap of faith. FinTech Broadridge Completes Acquisition of Acolin, Unlocking Seamless Cross-Border Distribution and Enhanced Data-Driven Solutions for Clients News Team Tuesday, January 06, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127493/broadridge-completes-acquisition-of-acolin-unlocking-seamless-cross-border-distribution-and-enhanced-data-driven-solutions-for-clients The acquisition expands Broadridge’s distribution solutions for asset managers FinTech Ethereum and Neobanks: A New Era of Financial Services News Aggregation Team Monday, January 05, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127444/ethereum-and-neobanks-a-new-era-of-financial-services They leverage decentralized finance (DeFi) principles to deliver crucial banking services without the hurdles set by traditional banks. FinTech EBRD invests record €16.8 billion in 2025 News Team Thursday, January 15, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127662/ebrd-invests-record-ampeuro168-billion-in-2025 The Bank financed 640 projects over the course of the year, with 75 per cent of investments in the private sector, equating to €12.7 billion in private-sector investment. Alternative Investments InvestEU: UniCredit and EIF unlock up to €890 million to accelerate SME growth in CEE News Team Thursday, January 15, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127673/investeu-unicredit-and-eif-unlock-up-to-ampeuro890-million-to-accelerate-sme-growth-in-cee The new €445 million guarantee increases and extends the InvestEU uncapped guarantee umbrella launched in 2023, making it one of the EIF's largest InvestEU transactions. Alternative Investments Men’s median pension wealth more than double that of women’s News Aggregation Team Thursday, January 15, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127676/menamprsquos-median-pension-wealth-more-than-double-that-of-womenamprsquos Pension wealth generally increased with age Alternative Investments Transact pulls in £1bn despite Autumn Budget uncertainty News Aggregation Team Wednesday, January 14, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127635/transact-pulls-in-amppound1bn-despite-autumn-budget-uncertainty Both inflows and outflows rose sharply during the period, but flows have since returned to normal levels, with Transact still ending the quarter with £1.0bn of net new money. Alternative Investments European Ucits ETF market enjoys record year News Aggregation Team Wednesday, January 14, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127632/european-ucits-etf-market-enjoys-record-year European equity exposures attracted record annual NNA of €65.8 billion, equivalent to +23.1% year-on-year. Alternative Investments 21% of UK adults have no financial aspirations for the year ahead News Aggregation Team Wednesday, January 14, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127639/21-of-uk-adults-have-no-financial-aspirations-for-the-year-ahead This figure has also doubled among 18-34-year-olds from 3% to 8% over the same period. Alternative Investments “Offering more autonomy in asset management” News Aggregation Team Wednesday, January 14, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127641/ampldquooffering-more-autonomy-in-asset-managementamprdquo In a Europe faced with growing political instability, such assets are hitting the spot. Alternative Investments Crispin Odey’s Hedge Fund Firm to Become Dormant After January News Aggregation Team Wednesday, January 14, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127642/crispin-odeyamprsquos-hedge-fund-firm-to-become-dormant-after-january There is no plan to liquidate or wind up Odey Asset Management LLP Alternative Investments Housing market monitor - Will 2026 be an unexceptional year? News Team Tuesday, January 13, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127601/housing-market-monitor-will-2026-be-an-unexceptional-year The main causes of the price increase were the relatively low interest rates, stable household income growth and the continuing housing shortage. Alternative Investments OakNorth provides £4m Revolving Credit Facility to wealth manager, Verso, to support IFA acquisition strategy News Team Tuesday, January 13, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127602/oaknorth-provides-amppound4m-revolving-credit-facility-to-wealth-manager-verso-to-support-ifa-acquisition-strategy The group has grown rapidly through a disciplined buy-and-build strategy, completing nine acquisitions to date and establishing a strong regional presence across the UK. Alternative Investments 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 A Strengthened Cross-Border Alliance: UniCredit and Alpha Bank Advance Joint Agenda News Team Thursday, November 27, 2025 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/126939/a-strengthened-cross-border-alliance-unicredit-and-alpha-bank-advance-joint-agenda Both organizations reaffirmed their shared ambition to shape one of the most effective and comprehensive cross-border banking collaborations in Europe. Investment Banking 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 Ten themes for 2026 News Team Tuesday, January 13, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127603/ten-themes-for-2026 For all the drama elsewhere, economic performance was dull. Comment, Analysis & Research EY named a “Verified Leader” in Industrial Cybersecurity Consulting Services (2025) News Team Tuesday, January 13, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127606/ey-named-a-ampldquoverified-leaderamprdquo-in-industrial-cybersecurity-consulting-services-2025 EY recognized by Westlands Advisory Navigator for Operational Technology (OT) Cybersecurity Consulting & Managed Services in 2025. Comment, Analysis & Research UBS CEO succession: Who is in the lead? News Aggregation Team Tuesday, January 13, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127610/ubs-ceo-succession-who-is-in-the-lead The process was initiated much earlier, immediately after Ermotti's return to UBS. Comment, Analysis & Research 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 How you can beat the 60% tax trap News Team Tuesday, December 09, 2025 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127161/how-you-can-beat-the-60-tax-trap Believe it or not, there can be a downside to having income of £100,000 or more – a 60% tax bill. As an increasing number of people get caught in the 60% tax trap, we outline some simple steps to help you avoid it. Tax HNWIs have no written record of what they have gifted to loved ones complicating IHT News Aggregation Team Tuesday, December 09, 2025 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127162/hnwis-have-no-written-record-of-what-they-have-gifted-to-loved-ones-complicating-iht This is a smart way to manage inheritance tax (IHT), but only if the right records are kept and put in writing. Tax 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 NatWest Group joins finance firms to launch UK Retail Investment Campaign News Team Wednesday, December 10, 2025 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127186/natwest-group-joins-finance-firms-to-launch-uk-retail-investment-campaign The industry-wide campaign is supported by His Majesty’s Treasury (HMT), the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), and the Money and Pensions Service (MaPS), with the Investment Association (IA) acting as Secretariat. Retail Banking 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