https://europe.managersofwealth.com/ Sat, 19 Apr 2025 01:10:18 BST part of MediaG8way Group https://europe.managersofwealth.com/ https://europe.managersofwealth.com/assets/images/logo.png KohanaPHP News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 17, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122736/ubs-loses-crown-as-most-valuable-continental-european-bank The Swiss banking giant has now been overtaken by Santander in terms of market capitalization. Wealth and Asset Management News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 17, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122732/wealthy-families-embrace-systemic-rethink-to-impact-investing The overarching question is whether or not the investments of wealthy families actually make any major impact on society. Wealth and Asset Management News Team Thursday, April 17, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122746/pictet-research-institute-brics-and-the-great-power-competition-investment-opportunities This intergovernmental organisation originated with Brazil, Russia, India and China and is already showing it can turbo charge growth. Wealth and Asset Management News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 17, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122747/ubs-executives-wealth-amplsquoreferral-awardsamprsquo-donamprsquot-work Swiss firm set up cross-divisional wealth unit last summer as rivals tempt dealmakers with bonuses to refer rich clients Wealth and Asset Management News Aggregation Team Wednesday, April 16, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122699/julius-baer-manager-leads-new-british-asset-manager-in-geneva The new asset manager is set to start operations in early 2025, upon its license approval by Finma. Wealth and Asset Management News Team Wednesday, April 16, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122712/third-quarter-fuma-update Brooks Macdonald Group plc has announced flows and funds under management and advice ("FUMA") for the three months ended 31 March 2025 ("quarter" or "Q3"). Wealth and Asset Management News Team Wednesday, April 16, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122709/five-arrows-announces-final-close-for-sixth-secondaries-fund-at-ampeuro2-billion-materially-surpassing-its-target This fundraise highlights the attractiveness of FASO’s distinct positioning in the GP-led secondaries market, and the growing appetite for these types of investments among investors. Wealth and Asset Management News Aggregation Team Tuesday, April 15, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122672/benchmark-buys-remaining-minority-stake-in-amppound4bn-oculus-network The firm has partnered with Benchmark since 2015, using its integrated platform, practice management and client portal technology solutions to grow its business. Wealth and Asset Management News Aggregation Team Tuesday, April 15, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122674/ukamprsquos-richest-trader-adds-billions-to-wealth-on-xtx-results He’s now the world’s 164th-richest person, and the third-wealthiest in the UK. Wealth and Asset Management News Team Tuesday, April 15, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122679/business-awards-uk-2025-wealth-management-awards-winners-and-finalists-revealed Business Awards UK congratulates all winners and finalists for their remarkable accomplishments and their ongoing commitment to delivering exceptional value to clients across the wealth management landscape. Wealth and Asset Management News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 17, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122728/lgt-switzerland-names-new-geneva-head Bertrand Merkli, who succeeds Pascal Bourqui, is head of Swiss markets at LGT Bank Switzerland and will retain this role. Executive Moves News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 17, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122729/basel-based-top-50-iam-hires-part-time-senior-pm Charisma Stiftung analyst, Andreas Borer, has joined Tareno as a senior portfolio manager to further develop its stock selection process. Executive Moves News Team Thursday, April 17, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122730/doris-bianchi-becomes-new-director-of-the-federal-social-insurance-office The doctor of law and social insurance expert succeeds Stéphane Rossini, who will leave the FSIO at the end of June. Executive Moves News Team Thursday, April 17, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122737/capital-union-bank-welcomes-new-chief-executive-officer-michael-paton-as-patrick-zbinden-takes-group-leadership-roles Capital Union Bank announces the appointment of Michael Paton as Chief Executive Officer effective May 1st, 2025. Executive Moves News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 17, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122745/pictet-wealth-management-signs-md-from-rothschilds Annick Crisford joins Pictet wealth management as managing director Executive Moves News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 17, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122750/principal-am-bolsters-french-real-estate-distribution-team Prior to joining Principal, both Julien and Léa worked at Praemia REIM. Executive Moves News Aggregation Team Wednesday, April 16, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122701/lfde-appoints-anne-sophie-girault-to-drive-international-expansion La Financière de l’Échiquier (LFDE) names new Head of International Development as it targets accelerated European and global growth. Executive Moves News Aggregation Team Wednesday, April 16, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122705/raymond-james-loses-uk-wealth-boss-paul-abberley Kim Jenson has been brought in from Raymond James’ US private client business as interim chief executive until a permanent CEO is recruited. Executive Moves News Team Wednesday, April 16, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122708/natwest-group-appoints-new-managing-director-to-lead-investment-products-ampamp-solutions-for-its-wealth-businesses He will join the bank on 1 September with over 30 years of experience in the private banking and wealth management industry, having held senior positions at both HSBC and UBS. Executive Moves News Team Wednesday, April 16, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122710/citi-announces-carmen-haddad-will-join-citi-wealth-in-a-senior-capacity Serving as Vice Chair, Citi Private Bank Executive Moves News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 17, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122731/ukamprsquos-fca-to-open-first-ever-offices-in-us-and-australia Major international investors ‘want easier access to us’ Legal, Regulation & Compliance News Team Thursday, April 17, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122741/update-on-modification-by-consent-of-the-liquidity-coverage-ratio-part-of-the-pra-rulebook-ampndash-third-country-covered-bonds Modification by Consent for Third Country Covered Bonds in the Liquidity Coverage Ratio Legal, Regulation & Compliance News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 17, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122748/punter-southall-ordered-to-pay-amppound43m-over-sacking-of-protection-boss Jersey’s Royal Court has ruled that Daniel Pender, former boss of Punter Southall’s protection business, is due compensation for shares unfairly confiscated from him. Legal, Regulation & Compliance News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 17, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122753/fca-likely-to-ramp-up-ongoing-advice-work-if-firms-fail-to-act While at the regulator, he led its supervisory work for the advice sector, including establishing the team overseeing defined benefit (DB) pension transfers. Legal, Regulation & Compliance News Team Thursday, April 17, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122754/the-eba-updates-list-of-indicators-used-to-perform-risk-assessments It will allow competent authorities and users of EBA data to interpret key bank figures in a consistent fashion when conducting their risk assessments and analyses. Legal, Regulation & Compliance News Team Wednesday, April 16, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122700/osborne-clarke-advises-shareholders-on-sale-of-rockhold-asset-management-and-lync-wealth-management Following this transaction, Rockhold will continue to operate under its existing leadership, broadening 7IM's funds and MPS offering, which are a core component of 7IM's growth strategy. Legal, Regulation & Compliance News Aggregation Team Wednesday, April 16, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122721/fcaamprsquos-targeted-support-proposals-amplsquodo-not-go-far-enoughamprsquo Last December, the FCA set out its targeted support proposals to “provide extra support” for millions of UK savers to help them “make better decisions” about their pensions. Legal, Regulation & Compliance News Aggregation Team Wednesday, April 16, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122724/fca-launches-latest-consultation-on-amplsquosimplifiedamprsquo-cost-disclosures The FCA said: “This would remove a significant compliance requirement for firms, while ensuring that consumers are still provided with the most relevant information about product transaction costs. Legal, Regulation & Compliance News Team Tuesday, April 15, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122677/esma-finalises-rules-on-firmsamprsquo-order-execution-policies-under-mifid-ii In the draft Regulatory Technical Standards (RTS) ESMA specifies the rules, with the objective to enhance investment firms’ order execution and foster investor protection. Legal, Regulation & Compliance News Team Tuesday, April 15, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122688/individual-charged-with-carrying-on-an-unauthorised-business-and-misleading-investors The FCA alleges that Mr Burford repeatedly misrepresented the value of the funds and the amount of money he had lost while trading. Legal, Regulation & Compliance News Team Thursday, April 17, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122743/the-upheaval-in-the-financial-sector At the heart of these changes are the challenges of digitalization, the growing importance of cybersecurity, and the pressure to remain competitive. FinTech News Team Wednesday, April 16, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122711/amina-to-distribute-edg-ukamprsquos-institutional-grade-crypto-structured-products The products provide exposure to BTC, ETH and SOL, allowing eligible clients to access institutional-grade and customized risk-return profiles aligned with their investment objectives. FinTech News Team Wednesday, April 16, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122716/mampampg-partners-with-fnz-to-expand-access-to-amppound64bn-prufund-range-across-uk-platforms PruFund has gained around £64 billion of investment from more than 450,000 individual policyholders in the UK over the last 20 years, advised by 5,000 advice firms. FinTech News Aggregation Team Wednesday, April 16, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122719/bitcoin-suisse-new-deal-with-wealth-manager Bitcoin Suisse and SSI Wealth Management have established a reciprocal partnership. FinTech News Team Monday, April 14, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122650/standard-chartered-and-okx-launch-world-leading-collateral-mirroring-programme The programme will see leading institutions, such as Brevan Howard Digital, onboard onto this pioneering programme. FinTech News Team Monday, April 14, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122665/tech-tariff-rollercoaster-at-least-shows-the-industry-is-a-special-case Clearly, announcements like this will weigh heavily on tech companies until they get a much more obvious operating environment. FinTech News Team Friday, April 11, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122637/advisor-friendly-tech-developments-not-limited-to-ai But while AI has rapidly become an invaluable tool for advisors, a wide range of tech development, such as low-code development and all-in-one advisor desktops have largely flown under the radar. FinTech News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 10, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122618/pension-schemes-deploy-ai-in-fight-against-scams As part of this work to date, PSAG has reviewed 830 websites, taken down 29 high-risk sites and made 94 referrals to partner agencies. FinTech News Aggregation Team Wednesday, April 09, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122589/from-niche-to-mainstream-rothschild-ampamp-co-redefines-gp-led-secondaries What next for GP Solutions? FinTech News Team Tuesday, April 08, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122563/why-sustainable-and-circular-supply-chains-will-win Capgemini, together with Accirculate, highlights how sustainable and circular supply chains drive value creation in the new economy. FinTech News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 17, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122733/five-financial-planning-firms-achieve-chartered-status Chartered status is a symbol of technical competence and signifies a firm’s public commitment to professional standards. Alternative Investments News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 17, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122734/asml-disappoints-with-order-book-as-nvidia-takes-a-hit The share price has derated of late and given this uncertainty this is understandable, but with the guidance in place it is difficult to assess if ASML looks cheap or expensive right now. Alternative Investments News Team Thursday, April 17, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122740/euro-area-monthly-balance-of-payments-february-2025 In portfolio investment, euro area residents’ net purchases of non-euro area equity increased to €199 billion in the 12 months to February 2025, up from €73 billion one year earlier. Alternative Investments News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 17, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122742/halo-invest-unveils-investment-research-tool HALO Global offers the chance to explore more than 35,000 companies and “empowers people to make well-informed investment decisions”. Alternative Investments News Team Thursday, April 17, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122744/information-supplied-to-investors-to-be-simplified-under-plans-to-boost-investment The FCA said in its first CCI consultation that it would follow up on draft rules about consequential changes to other Handbook materials and draft transitional provisions or amendments to the transaction costs. Alternative Investments News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 17, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122751/impact-investing-in-private-markets-is-on-the-rise-but-beware-amplsquoimpact-washingamprsquo Bfinance's Sarita Gosrani considers the implementation aspects of impact investing in private equity, private debt and VC Alternative Investments News Aggregation Team Wednesday, April 16, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122702/zurich-joins-ciexpert-income-protection-insight-zone CIExpert’s Income Protection Insight Zone offers advisers a ‘birds-eye’ view of all policy options. Alternative Investments News Aggregation Team Wednesday, April 16, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122703/reassured-taps-into-behavioural-science-to-boost-customer-experience The broker said invaluable insights from the research have been fed into the second phase, which is a review of all post-sale communication. Alternative Investments News Team Wednesday, April 16, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122714/microbank-contributes-to-the-creation-of-32245-direct-jobs-in-2024-in-spain-through-support-for-entrepreneurs-13-more The same report indicates that the prospects are optimistic for 46% of employers, as they plan to increase their number of workers throughout 2025. Alternative Investments News Aggregation Team Wednesday, April 16, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122718/vincentian-diaspora-embraces-investment-opportunities-in-svg Vincentians In The UK Pleased With Invest SVG Outreach Programme Alternative Investments News Aggregation Team Tuesday, April 08, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122541/oddo-bhfamprsquos-ambitious-plan-in-switzerland Since then, the Franco-German financial group has made notable strides—particularly in corporate finance—as its investment banking arm gains significant traction. Investment Banking News Team Tuesday, April 08, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122554/barclays-offers-zero-deposit-mortgage-for-right-to-buy-applicants Barclays will use the RTB discount in place of a direct deposit, whilst borrowers will also receive the benefit of the reduced rates available for lower Loan-to-Value (LTV) mortgages. Investment Banking News Team Monday, April 07, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122534/bbva-pays-ampeuro041-per-share-this-thursday-and-reaches-its-highest-dividend-in-17-years-in-2024 Through dividends and the buyback, the bank will return a combined €5.03 billion to shareholders this year, half of its 2024 profit. Investment Banking News Team Wednesday, April 02, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122434/danske-bank-expands-its-investment-universe-for-defence-shares The investment policies and exclusion lists govern which companies our asset management business at Danske Bank Asset Management and Danica can invest in. Investment Banking News Aggregation Team Monday, March 31, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122380/ing-met-italyamp039s-popolare-di-sondrio-amid-european-expansion-plan-source-says BPER and Sondrio both have as lead shareholder Unipol, Italy's second-largest insurer, which owns nearly 20% of each lender. Investment Banking News Aggregation Team Thursday, March 27, 2025 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122335/hsbc-instead-of-the-bonus-there-is-termination As the paper explains, many bankers who were laid off received nothing at all Investment Banking News Team Tuesday, March 25, 2025 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122282/deutsche-bank-successfully-completes-issuance-of-additional-tier-1-capital-instruments The denominations of the securities are € 200,000. Deutsche Bank AG acted as sole bookrunner for the offering. Investment Banking News Team Monday, March 24, 2025 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122233/carlos-torres-vila-ampquotboth-bbva-and-banco-sabadell-shareholders-will-become-the-owners-of-a-bank-better-prepared-for-the-futureamprdquo In his speech, the BBVA Chair reviewed the bank’s growth trajectory in 2024, and the strategic cycle that just ended, while anticipating the main points in the roadmap for the future. Investment Banking News Aggregation Team Wednesday, March 19, 2025 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122154/hsbc-focuses-on-amplsquojewel-of-the-crownamprsquo-after-investment-bank-cuts HSBC has jumped two spots to No 10 in US investment-grade bond underwriting, according to data compiled by Bloomberg Investment Banking News Aggregation Team Monday, March 17, 2025 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122102/investment-bank-boom-creates-more-millionaire-earners-in-europe The number of Deutsche Bank AG employees making more than €1 million ($1.1 million) last year shot up by 28% to 647. Investment Banking News Team Thursday, April 17, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122726/cantonal-banks-stable-pillars-of-the-swiss-financial-center The current economic environment is characterized by geopolitical upheavals and ongoing uncertainties. Comment, Analysis & Research News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 17, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122735/david-boyhan-a-growth-agenda-is-good-for-the-consolidation-market A key driver of this is the government’s broader focus on economic growth. Comment, Analysis & Research News Team Thursday, April 17, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122739/pernod-results-miss-expectations-but-could-have-been-worse Sales modestly missed expectations, but the market reaction has been muted, reflecting a sense that the worst of the post-Covid normalisation period may now be behind us. Comment, Analysis & Research News Team Thursday, April 17, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122749/trump-tariffs-and-europeamprsquos-ampldquoshock-therapyamprdquo-ampndash-michael-strobaek-explores-a-changing-economic-landscape President Trump's administration views the EU as an economic rival, prompting Europe to rethink its reliance on the US for security and defence. Comment, Analysis & Research News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 17, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122752/state-of-confusion-half-of-uk-adults-in-the-dark-about-the-state-pension-according-to-standard-life Standard Life’s research, conducted among 6,000 UK adults, found a substantial lack of understanding regarding other areas of the state pension. Comment, Analysis & Research News Aggregation Team Wednesday, April 16, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122698/ex-credit-suisse-board-member-keeps-mum-on-the-collapse As a behavioral economist, she surely could have offered interesting observations straight from the eye of the storm. Comment, Analysis & Research News Aggregation Team Wednesday, April 16, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122704/anyone-who-follows-their-bankamprsquos-security-advice-is-well-protected The vast majority of fraud cases do not happen because systems fail, but because people are manipulated – often with very convincing methods. Comment, Analysis & Research News Team Wednesday, April 16, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122715/better-than-expected-uk-inflation-opens-up-potential-for-further-rate-cuts Now this may in itself be a negotiating tactic given the market reaction to the tariffs and the need for quick wins, but clearly removing that uncertainty would be beneficial for the UK. Comment, Analysis & Research News Aggregation Team Wednesday, April 16, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122717/inflation-amplsquohits-the-brakesamprsquo-as-cpi-falls-to-26 On a monthly basis it was 0.3%, compared with 0.6% a year earlier. Comment, Analysis & Research News Aggregation Team Tuesday, April 15, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122676/warsaw-is-europeamprsquos-fastest-growing-wealth-hub-report-finds The high dynamic of growth places Warsaw 13th on the report’s global list of “rising stars,” which does not include any other European cities. Comment, Analysis & Research News Aggregation Team Wednesday, April 16, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122722/bdo-enters-strategic-partnership-with-the-safeguarding-alliance TSA is a centre of safeguarding excellence with a network of safeguarding specialists Tax News Team Tuesday, April 15, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122684/new-data-reveals-frozen-thresholds-will-drag-18m-brits-into-paying-income-tax The current freeze on income tax thresholds has significantly increased the number of people paying tax for the first time. Tax News Aggregation Team Monday, April 14, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122646/france-wants-to-make-one-off-wealth-tax-permanent The government said last year that the special "contribution" would be temporary. Tax News Aggregation Team Wednesday, April 09, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122578/should-the-uk-have-a-wealth-tax-on-britainamp039s-richest-people Supporters of a wealth tax say it will raise billions for vital services, but critics argue it will be a nightmare for HMRC. What do you think? Tax News Team Wednesday, April 02, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122450/benchmarkamprsquos-top-10-tips-for-tax-year-end Taxpayers can adopt several simple strategies to preserve and grow their wealth, and seeking financial advice can be an invaluable resource for providing peace of mind while helping people to achieve their goals and prepare for all scenarios. Tax News Aggregation Team Wednesday, April 02, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122454/pensions-unrivalled-in-tax-planning-despite-iht-changes And, with clients and advisers working to maximise their savings, use their allowances and refresh their plans before the tax year-end, now is the perfect time to have these discussions. Tax News Aggregation Team Tuesday, April 01, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122428/state-pension-amplsquoperilously-closeamprsquo-to-personal-allowance-threshold-say-experts The state pension is currently set at £11,502.40 – just £1,067.60 below the personal allowance threshold of £12,570. Tax News Team Thursday, March 27, 2025 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122318/state-pension-just-15p-shy-of-breaching-tax-allowances-in-2026-forecasts-obr That leaves the UK potentially only one year away from pensioners having to effectively hand a portion of their state pension back to the Exchequer in tax, which to many would seem perverse. Tax News Aggregation Team Wednesday, March 26, 2025 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122308/gilt-portfolios-are-comfortably-beating-cash-for-wealth-managers Tax rules mean UK government debt portfolios are equivalent to 7% cash savings accounts for higher earners. Tax News Team Thursday, March 20, 2025 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122182/switzerland-and-zimbabwe-sign-double-taxation-agreement The DTA allows the Swiss network of double taxation agreements to be expanded into Southern Africa. Tax News Team Wednesday, April 16, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122713/investec-provides-cbre-investment-management-and-chancerygate-with-amppound18m-loan Industrial capacity in Europe’s dominant e-commerce centre has reduced by 25% in the last 20 years. Retail Banking News Aggregation Team Friday, April 11, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122634/santander-ampldquofirstamprdquo-uk-bank-to-launch-voice-banking-technology This project is also being carried out with Nuance. Retail Banking News Aggregation Team Friday, April 11, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122639/citi-clients-in-russia-receiving-some-frozen-funds-russian-lawyers-say Around $300 billion of Russia's sovereign assets were frozen by sanctions, but millions of private investors were also affected. Retail Banking News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 03, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122483/santander-secures-canadian-banking-license Santander, which has 168 million customers globally, has a major presence in the Americas, and is also a more prominent lender in the U.S. than other European competitors. Retail Banking News Aggregation Team Wednesday, March 26, 2025 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122310/banco-bpm-investors-holding-651-stake-oppose-unicredit-bid Italy's second-largest bank in late November swooped on BPM, which has long been a natural takeover target for the bigger bank given its roots in Italy's wealthy Lombardy region. Retail Banking News Aggregation Team Monday, March 24, 2025 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122243/santander-reduces-branches-in-the-uk British press has speculated that Santander may pull out entirely from the country Retail Banking News Aggregation Team Tuesday, March 18, 2025 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122129/banksamprsquo-commissions-topped-ampeuro2-bln-in-2024 This was contributed by lending – mainly to businesses – and increased card transactions, but also investment banking Retail Banking News Aggregation Team Monday, March 17, 2025 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122099/spanish-banking-company-bbva-has-developed-a-new-strategy At the same time, the application must be approved by the regulatory authorities before submitting the proposal to Sabadell shareholders. Retail Banking News Aggregation Team Monday, March 17, 2025 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122111/full-list-of-56-natwest-and-rbs-bank-branches-shutting-for-good-in-2025 NatWest customers can use RBS branches for everyday banking services, and vice versa, for RBS customers and NatWest branches. Retail Banking News Team Wednesday, March 12, 2025 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122029/retail-banks-face-a-loyalty-crunch-as-card-experience-leaves-customers-underwhelmed The banking landscape is undergoing significant disruption driven by the rise of contactless and remote payment options. Retail Banking News Team Monday, April 29, 2024 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/116007/esg-considerations-driving-food-and-drink-industry-acquisitions Businesses are increasingly conscious of the importance of ESG in M&A. Pensions News Aggregation Team Monday, November 13, 2023 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/112765/schroders-greencoat-eyes-deal-for-scandal-hit-solar-operator-ampndash-reports The infrastructure unit is a leading contender to buy Toucan Energy, which collapsed a year ago amid a local government scandal. Pensions News Aggregation Team Thursday, March 24, 2022 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/99923/pensions-allowance-tax-charges-hit-record-high The total value of LTA charges reported by schemes stood at £342mn in 2019-20. This is a 21 per cent increase from £283mn in the previous period. Pensions News Team Wednesday, March 16, 2022 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/99678/pensions-industry-fires-back-at-opperman-criticism Opperman’s remarks went down badly with a number of the industry’s leading voices. Pensions News Aggregation Team Tuesday, March 08, 2022 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/99435/xps-partners-with-abrdn-to-launch-db-pensions-master-trust “This new solution should really help bring governance and efficiency improvements to the benefit of thousands of pension scheme members." Pensions News Aggregation Team Monday, March 07, 2022 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/99382/pension-providers-call-for-personalised-advice-rules “UK’s advice rules (from MiFID) prevent firms providing personalised support to customers given the liability risk," it said in its submission. Pensions News Team Thursday, March 03, 2022 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/99279/government-authorises-use-of-dormant-pension-assets-to-ampquotchange-peopleamp039s-lives-for-the-betterampquot The UK Government has now announced an expansion of the scheme, which will be expanded to cover pensions, insurance, investment and wealth management accounts. Pensions News Aggregation Team Friday, February 25, 2022 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/99130/ampeuro43bn-pension-fund-cuts-external-fund-exposure-by-half-in-two-years Assets under external management hit lowest levels for nearly a decade, as Swedish group focuses on interal efforts. Pensions News Aggregation Team Thursday, February 24, 2022 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/99063/pensions-platform-guiide-considers-institutional-funding Primarily the new funding will be used to develop Guiide+, an extension to its free online pension modelling tools. Pensions News Team Monday, February 21, 2022 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/98943/northern-trust-supports-amf The implementation of the directive demanded important changes and enhancements to pension fund providers’ business models spanning risk management, governance and member communications. Pensions News Team Thursday, April 17, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122738/schroders-and-cornell-university-publish-stewardship-framework-on-climate-risk-resilience-and-adaptation Previous analysis by Cornell ILR and Schroders found four countries central to apparel production risk losing $65 billion in export earnings between now and 2030 due to extreme heat and flooding. Planet SOS News Team Monday, April 14, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122659/esg-economist-ampndash-is-there-a-business-case-for-sustainability These environmental topics were prioritized during more stable macroeconomic times but now seem to have lost relevance. Planet SOS News Team Thursday, April 03, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122464/streamlining-esg-due-diligence-and-reporting-for-leading-uk-private-equity-firm They needed an experienced and reliable partner who could streamline this process and help ensure compliance across all required channels. Planet SOS News Team Tuesday, April 01, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122409/jupiter-asset-management-turns-to-room-zero-for-product-profitability Room Zero’s cloud-based software eliminates duplication of effort and silos, allowing multiple departments across a single firm to work and process common information. Planet SOS News Team Monday, March 31, 2025 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122390/rathbones-asset-management-adopts-sdr-labels-on-two-funds RAM has enhanced its disclosures to allow investors to understand its aims and processes in relation to the sustainability objectives of the funds. Planet SOS News Aggregation Team Friday, March 28, 2025 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122364/balancing-innovation-ampamp-esg-ampndash-davina-goodall-smith-at-fundstech-forum-2025 She is a seasoned executive board director and board committee chair, bringing expertise in corporate governance, strategic leadership and operational excellence. Planet SOS News Team Wednesday, March 26, 2025 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122294/lampampgamprsquos-total-commitment-to-nature-conservation-and-sustainable-development-in-emerging-markets-hits-over-1bn-with-launch-of-nature-and-social-outcomes-strategy The newly launched Nature and Social Outcomes strategy further diversifies L&G’s Private Markets platform, expanding its commitments to addressing the critical funding gap faced by developing countries. Planet SOS News Team Tuesday, March 25, 2025 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122269/world-water-day-2025-kbi-global-investors-details-its-expectations-of-the-water-industry-for-the-next-quarter-century Natural resources investment specialist celebrates 25 th year managing water assets with anniversary logo Planet SOS News Team Tuesday, March 25, 2025 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122273/unstoppable-solar-the-sun-drives-the-energy-transition Forecasts suggest the value of the entire target market for small solar installations could increase from USD 51 billion to USD 312 billion between 2022 and 2030. Planet SOS News Aggregation Team Friday, March 21, 2025 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/122202/the-environmental-and-social-crises-are-going-to-force-change-on-the-real-economyamprdquo-ampndash-hubert-keller-explores-the-importance-of-investing-in-sustainable-businesses Policymakers and headline-writers have focussed on greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs) and rising temperatures – at international conferences, other forms of sustainability have often been overshadowed. Planet SOS