Managers of Wealth - Europe https://europe.managersofwealth.com/ Wed, 10 Jun 2026 03:13:45 BST part of MediaG8way Group https://europe.managersofwealth.com/ https://europe.managersofwealth.com/assets/images/logo.png Managers of Wealth - Europe KohanaPHP Pictet raises $1.53bn for private equity co-investment fund News Aggregation Team Tuesday, June 09, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130194/pictet-raises-153bn-for-private-equity-co-investment-fund Pictet has announced the final close of its oversubscribed Monte Rosa Co-Investments VI private equity fund. Wealth and Asset Management Mattioli Woods and Kingswood Group unify under one brand, enhancing integrated client experience News Team Tuesday, June 09, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130201/mattioli-woods-and-kingswood-group-unify-under-one-brand-enhancing-integrated-client-experience The unified brand reflects a shared commitment to delivering a more seamless, high-quality client experience. Wealth and Asset Management Why DNB Is Expanding on Both Switzerland and Spain News Aggregation Team Tuesday, June 09, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130203/why-dnb-is-expanding-on-both-switzerland-and-spain When it comes to banking and asset management in Norway, DNB is impossible to overlook. Wealth and Asset Management Wealth management: how to stay on course when markets lose their bearings News Team Monday, June 08, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130168/wealth-management-how-to-stay-on-course-when-markets-lose-their-bearings For Philippe Gay, Head of the Swiss Offering at Lombard Odier, it is precisely at times like these that discipline, a long-term vision and a holistic approach to wealth management make the difference. Wealth and Asset Management Temenos acquires additiv to strengthen its Wealth proposition and accelerate AI-driven orchestration News Team Monday, June 08, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130169/temenos-acquires-additiv-to-strengthen-its-wealth-proposition-and-accelerate-ai-driven-orchestration The acquisition of additiv further strengthens Temenos’ offering in Wealth Management with native mass-affluent capabilities and a proven AI-enabled orchestration layer. Wealth and Asset Management Deutsche Bank wins three top honours at the Global Private Banking Innovation Awards 2026 News Team Monday, June 08, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130179/deutsche-bank-wins-three-top-honours-at-the-global-private-banking-innovation-awards-2026 These awards reflect the dedication, collaboration and expertise of colleagues across the Private Bank and beyond. Wealth and Asset Management Family Office Solutions: A Human-Centric Approach to Managing Wealth Across Generations News Team Monday, June 08, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130184/family-office-solutions-a-human-centric-approach-to-managing-wealth-across-generations In a world where information is abundant and investment solutions are widely accessible, the true differentiator lies in structure, discipline, and the ability to connect financial decisions to human dynamics. Wealth and Asset Management Denmark's Penning acquires Veli's wealth management business News Aggregation Team Monday, June 08, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130192/denmarkamp039s-penning-acquires-veliamp039s-wealth-management-business The newly acquired unit will underpin the launch of Penning's new wealth management arm, Penning Wealth. Wealth and Asset Management Brooks Macdonald Strategic Partnerships (BMSP) News Team Friday, June 05, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130142/brooks-macdonald-strategic-partnerships-bmsp Brooks Macdonald Strategic Partnerships launches to help independent financial advice firms scale for the future Wealth and Asset Management Institutional Investors and Wealth Managers Believe Tokenized ETFs Will Drive Mass Adoption in the Markets News Aggregation Team Friday, June 05, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130143/institutional-investors-and-wealth-managers-believe-tokenized-etfs-will-drive-mass-adoption-in-the-markets The debate is no longer centered on the validity of tokenization itself, but rather on the execution and robustness of the infrastructure needed to support its development Wealth and Asset Management Quilter Cheviot expands Andrew Fahy’s role with international remit News Team Tuesday, June 09, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130202/quilter-cheviot-expands-andrew-fahyamprsquos-role-with-international-remit Tim Childe to step back from Head of International role as part of pre-planned transition Executive Moves Rufus Meakin joins RCK Partners as senior advisor News Aggregation Team Tuesday, June 09, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130207/rufus-meakin-joins-rck-partners-as-senior-advisor He joins the advisory council and board of the R&D tax incentives expert. Executive Moves EdgeNebula Appoints Mike Allen to Advisory Board News Team Tuesday, June 09, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130209/edgenebula-appoints-mike-allen-to-advisory-board Former JPMorgan and Goldman Sachs data center executive joins the distributed AI infrastructure platform to accelerate growth. Executive Moves A Citi credit sales MD left and now he has reappeared at RBC News Aggregation Team Tuesday, June 09, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130210/a-citi-credit-sales-md-left-and-now-he-has-reappeared-at-rbc He was head of UK investment grade credit sales for the bank. Executive Moves GoDutch appoints Kalle van de Wall as new chief risk and compliance officer News Aggregation Team Tuesday, June 09, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130212/godutch-appoints-kalle-van-de-wall-as-new-chief-risk-and-compliance-officer Kalle van de Wall previously led risk and compliance for embedded payments provider Modulr and served as chief compliance officer for Brex. Executive Moves Markus Kumschick is the new PensExpert head for Zurich and Northwest Switzerland News Team Tuesday, June 09, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130213/markus-kumschick-is-the-new-pensexpert-head-for-zurich-and-northwest-switzerland With this move, the company is responding to the increasing demand for individually structured pension solutions for entrepreneurs, executives, and high-net-worth individuals. Executive Moves Coutts appoints senior lead to drive digital assets strategy News Aggregation Team Tuesday, June 09, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130216/coutts-appoints-senior-lead-to-drive-digital-assets-strategy Dow joins from Lloyds Banking Group Executive Moves Tranz Digital Bank Appoints Taylor Lewis as CEO and Expands Global Digital Banking Services News Team Monday, June 08, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130170/tranz-digital-bank-appoints-taylor-lewis-as-ceo-and-expands-global-digital-banking-services Tranz Digital Bank announces Taylor Lewis as CEO and unveils a global vision for borderless banking, fintech innovation and international financial connectivity. Executive Moves Reyl Intesa Sanpaolo adds investment experts to board News Aggregation Team Monday, June 08, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130176/reyl-intesa-sanpaolo-adds-investment-experts-to-board Giuseppe Distefano and Davide Elli both already held senior roles at affiliates of private bank Reyl Intesa Sanpaolo. Executive Moves EBRD appoints Ekaterina Solovova Head of Montenegro News Team Monday, June 08, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130180/ebrd-appoints-ekaterina-solovova-head-of-montenegro She will succeed Remon Zakaria, who will take up the role of Head of Armenia. Executive Moves FCA secures confiscation order against Ponzi scheme fraudster News Team Tuesday, June 09, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130195/fca-secures-confiscation-order-against-ponzi-scheme-fraudster The confiscation proceedings form part of the FCA’s ongoing work to recover funds for victims of fraudulent investment schemes. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Consumers warned about misleading car finance 'money tips' claims ads News Team Tuesday, June 09, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130196/consumers-warned-about-misleading-car-finance-amp039money-tipsamp039-claims-ads The FCA, working with its regulatory partners, will take further action to stop consumers being duped into signing up without the right information. Legal, Regulation & Compliance FCA launches court action against Neil Woodford News Aggregation Team Tuesday, June 09, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130200/fca-launches-court-action-against-neil-woodford The regulator is seeking an injunction to prevent Woodford and W4.0 from continuing the activities while the case proceeds. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Do not blame Basel: the Output Floor and Europe’s banking competitiveness debate News Aggregation Team Friday, June 05, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130157/do-not-blame-basel-the-output-floor-and-europeamprsquos-banking-competitiveness-debate The case against doing so rests on four observations. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Brussels Delays Basel III Market-Risk Rules to Shield EU Banks from US-UK Divergence News Aggregation Team Friday, June 05, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130158/brussels-delays-basel-iii-market-risk-rules-to-shield-eu-banks-from-us-uk-divergence The Commission said the change is intended to preserve a level playing field for EU banks active in international capital markets. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Simpler climate reporting rules could save firms £20m annually News Team Friday, June 05, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130165/simpler-climate-reporting-rules-could-save-firms-amppound20m-annually The changes aim to give investors clearer insight into how climate risks – such as floods, storms and other extreme weather events – could affect investment performance, while reducing unnecessary costs to firms. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Shoosmiths advises Cohort on refinancing with global banking syndicate News Team Wednesday, June 03, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130095/shoosmiths-advises-cohort-on-refinancing-with-global-banking-syndicate Shoosmiths also coordinated overseas elements of the transaction involving Canada, Australia and Germany and worked closely with Cohort’s finance adviser, Carlo Rusche. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Open banking takes next step forward with launch of UK Payments Initiative scheme News Aggregation Team Wednesday, June 03, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130103/open-banking-takes-next-step-forward-with-launch-of-uk-payments-initiative-scheme The launch of UKPI paves the way for greater payments competition, innovation and economic growth. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Councillors in England access the Local Government Pension Scheme News Team Wednesday, June 03, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130107/councillors-in-england-access-the-local-government-pension-scheme The Local Government Pension Scheme is now open to councillors and mayors in England, following a consultation that was supported by actuarial analysis from GAD Legal, Regulation & Compliance Football clubs warned about questionable sponsorship deals with unauthorised financial firms News Team Wednesday, June 03, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130113/football-clubs-warned-about-questionable-sponsorship-deals-with-unauthorised-financial-firms These unauthorised firms may be breaching UK financial services laws by providing financial services in the UK without authorisation. Fans using these firms risk losing all their money. Legal, Regulation & Compliance ING becomes first major Dutch bank to use AI in nonstandard mortgage applications News Aggregation Team Tuesday, June 09, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130198/ing-becomes-first-major-dutch-bank-to-use-ai-in-nonstandard-mortgage-applications The move is intended to speed up decisions for homebuyers in a tight housing market while strengthening ING’s competitive position. FinTech BBVA launches new machine learning operations framework with AWS News Aggregation Team Tuesday, June 09, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130211/bbva-launches-new-machine-learning-operations-framework-with-aws In the solution's pilot projects, it reduced development times for personalised recommendations and financial forecasting by up to 75%. FinTech Barclays backs UK AI Innovation with investment in CommonAI News Team Tuesday, June 09, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130214/barclays-backs-uk-ai-innovation-with-investment-in-commonai Through its membership model, CommonAI also aims to close the scale and knowledge gap in AI development that can hold back start-ups and small businesses from competing globally. FinTech Ireland’s Fintech Advantage and Ecosystem in 2026 News Aggregation Team Monday, June 08, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130178/irelandamprsquos-fintech-advantage-and-ecosystem-in-2026 This convergence has become one of the defining characteristics of Ireland’s fintech sector. FinTech Scotland Enterprise invests £3.18 million in fintech innovation lab News Aggregation Team Friday, June 05, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130162/scotland-enterprise-invests-amppound318-million-in-fintech-innovation-lab FinTech Scotland will work in partnership with the University of Strathclyde in Glasgow. FinTech Swiss AI Pioneer Expands Leadership Team for Next Growth Phase News Aggregation Team Friday, June 05, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130164/swiss-ai-pioneer-expands-leadership-team-for-next-growth-phase Over the next twelve months, the firm expects to double its revenues. FinTech Norway’s DNB Bank partners with Infosys for financial crime tech modernization News Aggregation Team Thursday, June 04, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130136/norwayamprsquos-dnb-bank-partners-with-infosys-for-financial-crime-tech-modernization With the aim of enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of its financial crime operations, DNB Bank is transitioning to a new system and way of working, underpinned by AI-enabled insights. FinTech Capgemini Recognized as a Market Leader in HFS Horizons Report for Financial Crime Compliance in 2026 News Team Wednesday, June 03, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130116/capgemini-recognized-as-a-market-leader-in-hfs-horizons-report-for-financial-crime-compliance-in-2026 The report notes Capgemini’s advisory led approach, combining regulatory insight with strong execution across both transformation and run the business services. FinTech UK banks still lack access to Mythos AI model News Aggregation Team Monday, June 01, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130043/uk-banks-still-lack-access-to-mythos-ai-model Six weeks after it first drew concern. FinTech SoftBank plans up to €75 billion investment in French AI data centers News Aggregation Team Monday, June 01, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130049/softbank-plans-up-to-ampeuro75-billion-investment-in-french-ai-data-centers The plan follows discussions between French President Emmanuel Macron and SoftBank founder Masayoshi Son during Macron’s visit to Japan earlier this year. FinTech WisdomTree launches space economy ETF News Aggregation Team Tuesday, June 09, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130199/wisdomtree-launches-space-economy-etf The ETF tracks the WisdomTree Space Economy Ucits Index, an internal performance benchmark tracking companies operating across the space economy. Alternative Investments UK-based Creator Fund closes €48.6 million fund to back Europe’s scientific founders before pitch deck stage News Aggregation Team Monday, June 08, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130171/uk-based-creator-fund-closes-ampeuro486-million-fund-to-back-europeamprsquos-scientific-founders-before-pitch-deck-stage Investment Fund of Denmark (EIFO) is the Fund’s second-largest investor. Equation Capital, Basecamp (Phoenix Court), JIMCO, and Allocator One have also backed the fund. Alternative Investments Nedgroup Investments MD shares thoughts on industry consolidation, ‘experience gap’ News Aggregation Team Monday, June 08, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130174/nedgroup-investments-md-shares-thoughts-on-industry-consolidation-amplsquoexperience-gapamprsquo Tom Caddick managing director at Nedgroup Investments, ponders the ongoing industry trends encouraged by M&A and changing demographics of portfolio managers Alternative Investments M&G brings £70bn PruFund to Scottish Widows Platform News Team Monday, June 08, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130177/mampampg-brings-amppound70bn-prufund-to-scottish-widows-platform Scottish Widows was selected as M&G’s first platform partner for its retirement expertise and shared focus on supporting customers through changing market conditions. Alternative Investments Guernsey Financial Services Commission publishes 2025 Annual Report News Team Monday, June 08, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130181/guernsey-financial-services-commission-publishes-2025-annual-report It also underlines the importance of engagement with industry, government and international partners, and the Commission’s focus on regulation that is proportionate, effective and designed to sustain growth. Alternative Investments Pallas completes £8.4m commercial Aberdeen bridge News Aggregation Team Monday, June 08, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130183/pallas-completes-amppound84m-commercial-aberdeen-bridge The former historic granite warehouse underwent a £16.5m redevelopment Alternative Investments Only a third of CFOs lead long-term investment decisions, research finds News Aggregation Team Monday, June 08, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130185/only-a-third-of-cfos-lead-long-term-investment-decisions-research-finds The findings come as organisations face continued market volatility and seek to balance short-term performance pressures with investment in transformation, resilience and future growth. Alternative Investments Investec provides Barwood with £19.25m development loan for Birmingham PBSA scheme News Aggregation Team Monday, June 08, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130187/investec-provides-barwood-with-amppound1925m-development-loan-for-birmingham-pbsa-scheme The scheme will retain and refurbish two Grade II listed buildings, alongside the construction of three new buildings, creating a high-quality PBSA offering in one of the UK’s leading university cities. Alternative Investments EBRD supports renewables in south-eastern Europe News Team Monday, June 08, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130188/ebrd-supports-renewables-in-south-eastern-europe The loan will benefit from support under the InvestEU programme, which provides a first loss guarantee backed by the European Union. Alternative Investments Europe is a strategic asset class, says CEO of MFG Consultants News Aggregation Team Monday, June 08, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130189/europe-is-a-strategic-asset-class-says-ceo-of-mfg-consultants European residency has evolved from a lifestyle choice into a strategic tool for diversification, tax planning, and long-term family mobility. Alternative Investments Deutsche Bank shuns “aggressive” promotions to beat rivals News Aggregation Team Friday, June 05, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130149/deutsche-bank-shuns-ampldquoaggressiveamprdquo-promotions-to-beat-rivals Notably, the move follows JPMorgan’s May launch of its Chase digital retail bank in Germany. Investment Banking Barclays removes monthly customer fee for self-directed investors News Team Thursday, June 04, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130124/barclays-removes-monthly-customer-fee-for-self-directed-investors Complex charging structures can make it difficult for investors to understand and compare costs. By removing the customer fee, Barclays is making investing simpler and more affordable. Investment Banking UniCredit-Commerzbank: The Italian lender seeks to jumpstart European banking concentration News Aggregation Team Wednesday, June 03, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130104/unicredit-commerzbank-the-italian-lender-seeks-to-jumpstart-european-banking-concentration UniCredit has bolstered its position in Commerzbank by securing commitments for approximately 7.6% of the German bank's capital through its public exchange offer. Investment Banking UniCredit secures commitments to boost Commerzbank stake above 30% - report News Aggregation Team Tuesday, June 02, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130081/unicredit-secures-commitments-to-boost-commerzbank-stake-above-30-report The commitments secured by UniCredit will enable the bank to cross the 30% threshold in its holdings of the Frankfurt-based financial institution. Investment Banking Trust is the investment banker’s most important quality News Aggregation Team Tuesday, June 02, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130082/trust-is-the-investment-bankeramprsquos-most-important-quality Stifel Europe’s head of heathcare and technology on why you need a sense of the deal to be a great banker Investment Banking Crédit Agricole: dividend to watch News Aggregation Team Friday, May 22, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129939/crampeacutedit-agricole-dividend-to-watch The dividend will be detached on May 26 and paid starting May 28. Investment Banking Chase launches in Germany with "lock-in" interest rates. News Aggregation Team Wednesday, May 20, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129876/chase-launches-in-germany-with-ampquotlock-inampquot-interest-rates The Americans' long-announced expansion into Germany is now officially underway with the launch of their newest online bank . Investment Banking UK fines Deutsche Bank over Russian sanctions breach News Aggregation Team Wednesday, May 20, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129880/uk-fines-deutsche-bank-over-russian-sanctions-breach The case concerned payments made in 2022 for a client to Okko, a Russian video streaming platform owned by JSC New Opportunities. Investment Banking Investec strengthens European aviation finance footprint News Team Monday, May 11, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129678/investec-strengthens-european-aviation-finance-footprint Investec Corporate & Investment Banking (CIB) strengthens European aviation finance footprint with tailored funding for Ultimate Aviation Group’s offshore crew change operations. Investment Banking UniCredit signs non-binding agreement to divest part of its activities in Russia, refocusing its operations mainly around international payments News Team Friday, May 08, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129668/unicredit-signs-non-binding-agreement-to-divest-part-of-its-activities-in-russia-refocusing-its-operations-mainly-around-international-payments The parties will cooperate to finalise the transaction structure, related arrangements, and communication to the market in due course. Investment Banking Does Personal Advisory Have a Future? – 13 Bank Chiefs Weigh In News Team Tuesday, June 09, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130193/does-personal-advisory-have-a-future-ampndash-13-bank-chiefs-weigh-in AI is optimizing portfolios, low-cost ETFs are displacing active management, and execution-only platforms are gaining ground — while demand for tailored solutions and the number of ultra-high-net-worth clients continue to grow. Comment, Analysis & Research First-time buyers receive £11.0 billion in financial support from families News Aggregation Team Tuesday, June 09, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130197/first-time-buyers-receive-amppound110-billion-in-financial-support-from-families Savills research, conducted with Insight Advantage, highlights the reliance on family wealth among first-time buyers. Comment, Analysis & Research Swiss lawmakers consider fresh compromise for UBS capital rules, sources say News Aggregation Team Tuesday, June 09, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130204/swiss-lawmakers-consider-fresh-compromise-for-ubs-capital-rules-sources-say Under new proposals, four people familiar with the discussions said UBS would ⁠need to back its foreign subsidiaries with around 70% or 80% of CET1 capital, instead of the government's requirement of 100%. Comment, Analysis & Research Family offices prioritise resilience amid global uncertainty News Aggregation Team Tuesday, June 09, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130208/family-offices-prioritise-resilience-amid-global-uncertainty The findings suggest that many are reassessing portfolio strategies in response to geopolitical tensions, concerns over global debt levels and the prospect of economic slowdown. Comment, Analysis & Research Trust-related health checks for Americans with UK connections News Team Tuesday, June 09, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130215/trust-related-health-checks-for-americans-with-uk-connections The position under the trust's governing law is a key piece of the puzzle, so it will be important for the UK and US advisers to work together to reach a pragmatic solution. Comment, Analysis & Research More leading researchers brought to the UK, while Horizon Europe performance strengthens in 2024 News Team Monday, June 08, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130172/more-leading-researchers-brought-to-the-uk-while-horizon-europe-performance-strengthens-in-2024 UK research organisations attract new wave of 10 leading international researchers, and new performance stats highlight UK’s progress as part of Horizon Europe. Comment, Analysis & Research Andrew Tully: When constant tinkering undermines saving News Aggregation Team Monday, June 08, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130182/andrew-tully-when-constant-tinkering-undermines-saving This ties in with our Nucleus Retirement Confidence Index, which shows those age 45-54 have the lowest confidence they will be comfortable in retirement, scoring a miserly 3.2 out of 10. Comment, Analysis & Research From bonuses to carried payments – what’s the best strategy for your income News Team Friday, June 05, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130151/from-bonuses-to-carried-payments-ampndash-whatamprsquos-the-best-strategy-for-your-income Key to this is a personalised wealth strategy that manages their income streams, giving them maximum flexibility and opportunity. Comment, Analysis & Research Central banks, inflation, and the case for quality bonds News Team Thursday, June 04, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130117/central-banks-inflation-and-the-case-for-quality-bonds As central banks weigh inflation risks against slowing growth, investors should look beyond the headlines and focus on quality bonds to navigate an uncertain policy landscape. Comment, Analysis & Research Pensions UK Report: Figures paint dire picture of nation’s saving News Team Thursday, June 04, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130122/pensions-uk-report-figures-paint-dire-picture-of-nationamprsquos-saving Millions of workers are not saving enough for retirement. Comment, Analysis & Research HMRC IHT late-filing penalties jump by a third News Aggregation Team Monday, June 08, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130173/hmrc-iht-late-filing-penalties-jump-by-a-third The firm said the increase is being driven in part by a growing number of families attempting to complete IHT returns without professional advice, often underestimating the amount of information required. Tax Wealth taxes ‘almost inevitable’ because of AI News Aggregation Team Friday, June 05, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130144/wealth-taxes-amplsquoalmost-inevitableamprsquo-because-of-ai Soaring gains from tech shares will fuel political demand for levies on capital Tax Utmost warns tax on wealthy non-resident property owners will be detrimental to UK News Aggregation Team Thursday, June 04, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130123/utmost-warns-tax-on-wealthy-non-resident-property-owners-will-be-detrimental-to-uk The government is mulling plans to levy an additional non-resident premium on expats who own properties worth more than £2m Tax HMRC letters landing from Monday to 4m and adds 'you must respond' News Aggregation Team Wednesday, June 03, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130099/hmrc-letters-landing-from-monday-to-4m-and-adds-amp039you-must-respondamp039 Some people need to reply to the letter which is being sent out from June 1 to workers Tax Modernising the tax framework for financial institutions and financial services News Team Monday, June 01, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130056/modernising-the-tax-framework-for-financial-institutions-and-financial-services The paper calls for decisive action to simplify and modernise the EU tax framework applicable to financial institutions in order to strengthen Europe’s competitiveness, growth capacity, and strategic autonomy. Tax Five pension tax-free cash myths and misconceptions News Aggregation Team Monday, June 01, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130063/five-pension-tax-free-cash-myths-and-misconceptions Taking it is also often the first thing that savers think about doing with their pension. Tax Grant Thornton relocates Cambridge office amid continued growth News Aggregation Team Tuesday, May 26, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129960/grant-thornton-relocates-cambridge-office-amid-continued-growth With Cambridge’s historic ties to education and scientific research, the regional team plays a key role in advancing digital innovation across the UK firm, helping to embed data-led ways of working. Tax Six concluding thoughts News Team Tuesday, May 26, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129961/six-concluding-thoughts The Monday Briefing Tax HMRC tax take hits £87.3bn as fiscal drag drives record PAYE News Aggregation Team Friday, May 22, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129936/hmrc-tax-take-hits-amppound873bn-as-fiscal-drag-drives-record-paye Quilter tax and financial planning expert Rachael Griffin said the figures “reflect the ongoing impact of frozen income tax thresholds”. Tax April sees softer CGT and IHT receipts but tax pressures continue to build News Team Friday, May 22, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129940/april-sees-softer-cgt-and-iht-receipts-but-tax-pressures-continue-to-build The start of a new tax year typically offers a reset for household finances, but that is increasingly not the case. Tax Barclays removes monthly fee for investors – what does it mean for you? News Aggregation Team Tuesday, June 09, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130206/barclays-removes-monthly-fee-for-investors-ampndash-what-does-it-mean-for-you The removal of the monthly fee by Barclays means someone with a £300,000 holding will save £550 a year. Retail Banking Euro area bank interest rate statistics: April 2026 News Team Friday, June 05, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130156/euro-area-bank-interest-rate-statistics-april-2026 The composite cost-of-borrowing indicator, which combines interest rates on all loans to corporations, remained broadly unchanged in April 2026. Retail Banking Lloyds prepares for agentic future with roll out of Microsoft 365 Frontier Suite News Aggregation Team Thursday, June 04, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130135/lloyds-prepares-for-agentic-future-with-roll-out-of-microsoft-365-frontier-suite Th deal gives Lloyds the foundation to scale agentic AI safely across the bank and follows the roll-out of 40,000 Microsoft 365 Copilot licences across the Group. Retail Banking ING joins other banks in tightening interest-only mortgage rules in Netherlands News Aggregation Team Monday, June 01, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130044/ing-joins-other-banks-in-tightening-interest-only-mortgage-rules-in-netherlands Existing mortgages will not be affected if they remain unchanged. Retail Banking BNP Paribas presents the growth strategy of its commercial bank in Belgium (CPBB) and raises its profitability targets to 22% pre-tax RONE in 2028 and 25% in 2030 News Team Monday, June 01, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130046/bnp-paribas-presents-the-growth-strategy-of-its-commercial-bank-in-belgium-cpbb-and-raises-its-profitability-targets-to-22-pre-tax-rone-in-2028-and-25-in-2030 CPBB is moving forward with a strategic roadmap to capture profitable growth. Retail Banking Business confidence sees modest rise amid continuing global uncertainty News Team Friday, May 29, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130035/business-confidence-sees-modest-rise-amid-continuing-global-uncertainty The main drivers behind businesses expecting a decrease in activity remained the same as in April; economic uncertainty, higher cost pressures and weaker customer demand. Retail Banking Riverty to become Luxembourg’s newest bank News Aggregation Team Thursday, May 28, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130006/riverty-to-become-luxembourgamprsquos-newest-bank German fintech company, part of the Bertelsmann group, has been granted banking licence in the Grand Duchy, and plans to begin operations in July Retail Banking Orbital selects Banking Circle to expand stablecoin and multi-currency payment capabilities News Team Thursday, May 28, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130014/orbital-selects-banking-circle-to-expand-stablecoin-and-multi-currency-payment-capabilities This relationship extends access to client-named multi-currency settlement into Nordic, Central European, Swiss and Australian markets subject to applicable licensing, regulatory permissions, and local legal requirements. Retail Banking Banco Santander’s TSB Deal Recasts Its UK Retail Banking Ambitions News Aggregation Team Friday, May 22, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129937/banco-santanderamprsquos-tsb-deal-recasts-its-uk-retail-banking-ambitions The bank already has a sizeable footprint in the UK, and bringing TSB into the group adds another established brand with its own branch network and digital channels. Retail Banking Why Brits can no longer bank on the banks News Aggregation Team Thursday, May 21, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129905/why-brits-can-no-longer-bank-on-the-banks A total of 52 branch closures are slated for this month alone, meaning the Government’s newly launched ‘Access to Banking Services’ review is urgently needed. 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 Ecofy Secures USD 15 Million from Mirova to Scale Rooftop Solar and E-Mobility Financing News Team Monday, June 08, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130175/ecofy-secures-usd-15-million-from-mirova-to-scale-rooftop-solar-and-e-mobility-financing In just three years, the company has scaled to serve over 130,000 customers, with a strong pan-India presence across 26 states and more than 500 cities. Planet SOS EIB reaches first agreement with UN Green Climate Fund News Team Friday, June 05, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/130161/eib-reaches-first-agreement-with-un-green-climate-fund The GCF is investing the sum in the GGBI Fund, a public‑private investment vehicle with a target size of €3 billion, which will be run by Amundi, Europe’s largest asset manager. Planet SOS Energy security in focus: how today’s crisis is reshaping the energy transition News Team Thursday, May 21, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129889/energy-security-in-focus-how-todayamprsquos-crisis-is-reshaping-the-energy-transition Regions that are light on oil and gas are accelerating electrification, renewables, and energy storage to build resilience. Planet SOS SEB Nordic Energy doubles capital – continues investing News Team Friday, April 24, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129434/seb-nordic-energy-doubles-capital-ampndash-continues-investing The funds can both decrease and increase significantly in value, and you may not get back the amount invested. Planet SOS Europe’s fossil fuel dependence poses risks to price stability News Team Tuesday, April 07, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/129102/europeamprsquos-fossil-fuel-dependence-poses-risks-to-price-stability Europe’s energy dependence has become one of the critical vulnerabilities of our economy. Planet SOS LSEG launches ESG scores and sustainability analytics suite News Aggregation Team Friday, March 13, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/128717/lseg-launches-esg-scores-and-sustainability-analytics-suite The model uses 220 standardised indicators and a sustainability-focused materiality framework that combines a revised industry classification with a double materiality approach at the business segment level. Planet SOS Investor climate concern high, but lack awareness of what funds are doing News Team Thursday, February 12, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/128181/investor-climate-concern-high-but-lack-awareness-of-what-funds-are-doing The desire to invest in a responsible and sustainable way from consumers is still very much present. Planet SOS Schroders Greencoat signs strategic MoU with leading battery maker CATL and Lochpine Capital on battery storage in Europe News Team Monday, February 02, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127982/schroders-greencoat-signs-strategic-mou-with-leading-battery-maker-catl-and-lochpine-capital-on-battery-storage-in-europe The collaboration seeks to leverage the parties’ collective expertise in green energy infrastructure and technology Planet SOS 5 must-watch sustainable investing trends for 2026 News Team Friday, January 23, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127809/5-must-watch-sustainable-investing-trends-for-2026 The year began with President Donald Trump withdrawing the US from the Paris Agreement, an action he swiftly followed by revoking environmental subsidies and regulations. Planet SOS Gore Street Capital announces first close for energy storage fund News Aggregation Team Thursday, January 22, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/127801/gore-street-capital-announces-first-close-for-energy-storage-fund The article 9 fund will focus on acquiring and managing battery storage projects with 80% minimum target exposure to EU member states. Planet SOS