Managers of Wealth - Europe https://europe.managersofwealth.com/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 17:50:17 GMT part of MediaG8way Group https://europe.managersofwealth.com/ https://europe.managersofwealth.com/assets/images/logo.png Managers of Wealth - Europe KohanaPHP Proskauer Advises Groupe Premium on Acquisition of Sanso Longchamp AM News Team Friday, October 30, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132807/proskauer-advises-groupe-premium-on-acquisition-of-sanso-longchamp-am The combined business would offer a broader range of investment solutions to individual investors, financial advisers, family offices, religious foundations and congregations, as well as institutional investors. Wealth and Asset Management OFFSCREEN 2026: changing how we look at art, wealth and passing it on News Team Friday, October 30, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132809/offscreen-2026-changing-how-we-look-at-art-wealth-and-passing-it-on Beyond artistic creation, this edition highlights the place of art collections in family wealth and the importance of documenting them for future generations Wealth and Asset Management Autumn Budget 2026: Key tax changes for high-net-worth individuals, businesses, and investors News Team Friday, October 30, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132810/autumn-budget-2026-key-tax-changes-for-high-net-worth-individuals-businesses-and-investors But for high-net-worth individuals there were few headline announcements that are likely to have a significant impact on their personal finances, although business owners may have more to unpick. Wealth and Asset Management Julius Baer launches new share buyback program News Aggregation Team Friday, October 30, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132816/julius-baer-launches-new-share-buyback-program The expenses for the share buyback will be charged to CET1 capital during the term of the program. Wealth and Asset Management Utmost Autumn 2026 Navigator Analysing the implications of the UK Autumn Budget, changes to the Mbappé Law in Spain and the role of AI in wealth planning News Team Friday, October 30, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132817/utmost-autumn-2026-navigator-analysing-the-implications-of-the-uk-autumn-budget-changes-to-the-mbappampeacute-law-in-spain-and-the-role-of-ai-in-wealth-planning They look at recent tax reforms in Chile and proposed changes to life insurance under France’s draft 2027 Finance Bill, including questions over their compatibility with EU law. Wealth and Asset Management CaixaBank posts a profit of €4.96 billion in the nine months to September, up 12.9%, driven by strong business growth News Team Friday, October 30, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132818/caixabank-posts-a-profit-of-ampeuro496-billion-in-the-nine-months-to-september-up-129-driven-by-strong-business-growth Net interest income rose by 2.9% year-on-year to €8.19 billion in the first nine months of 2026, driven by growth in volumes. Wealth and Asset Management Q3 2026 NatWest Group Results News Team Friday, October 30, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132819/q3-2026-natwest-group-results A summary of NatWest Group’s Q3 2026 results. Wealth and Asset Management BRI Wealth Management Welcomes Cash ISA Allowance Preservation While Warning of Opportunity Costs News Aggregation Team Thursday, October 29, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132781/bri-wealth-management-welcomes-cash-isa-allowance-preservation-while-warning-of-opportunity-costs The announcement confirms that the Cash ISA allowance remains unchanged, allowing individuals to continue shielding their savings from tax within the existing limits. Wealth and Asset Management Wealth manager Bellecapital launches London offensive News Aggregation Team Thursday, October 29, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132788/wealth-manager-bellecapital-launches-london-offensive The Zurich-based wealth manager Bellecapital has started a new team of five client advisers in London. Wealth and Asset Management Vontobel 9-month 2026 trading update News Team Thursday, October 29, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132789/vontobel-9-month-2026-trading-update Private Clients continued to generate net inflows of CHF 3.8 billion with positive flows in all regions. Wealth and Asset Management Impax Asset Management strengthens Listed Equities team with two senior appointments News Team Friday, October 30, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132808/impax-asset-management-strengthens-listed-equities-team-with-two-senior-appointments Both are based in London. Executive Moves Icon Solutions Appoints Raquel Guillot as Southern Europe Sales Director to Drive Global Adoption of the Icon Payments Framework News Aggregation Team Friday, October 30, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132814/icon-solutions-appoints-raquel-guillot-as-southern-europe-sales-director-to-drive-global-adoption-of-the-icon-payments-framework She began her career at Citibank before moving into financial technology, holding roles at SAS, ACI Worldwide and other technology providers, including Thought Machine. Executive Moves MUFG Investor Services appoints chief executive News Aggregation Team Friday, October 30, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132822/mufg-investor-services-appoints-chief-executive He joined MUFG Investor Services in 2016 and previously served as Global Head of Relationship Management, bringing extensive knowledge of the business, its clients, and operations. Executive Moves Scottish National Investment Bank appoints three new directors News Aggregation Team Thursday, October 29, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132787/scottish-national-investment-bank-appoints-three-new-directors The appointments were made by the Scottish Government’s Cabinet Secretary for Economy, Tourism and Transport Executive Moves Sascha Gruber appointed Chief Executive Officer of LGT Capital Partners News Team Thursday, October 29, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132790/sascha-gruber-appointed-chief-executive-officer-of-lgt-capital-partners Roberto Paganoni, who has led the firm since its establishment in 1998, will become a member of LGT Capital Partners’ Group Holding Board. Executive Moves ECB President Lagarde to step down on 7 February 2027 News Team Thursday, October 29, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132795/ecb-president-lagarde-to-step-down-on-7-february-2027 The Governing Council thanked President Lagarde warmly and gave her a long standing ovation. Executive Moves Ivan Krattiger joins the board of directors of Tareno AG News Aggregation Team Thursday, October 29, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132797/ivan-krattiger-joins-the-board-of-directors-of-tareno-ag He brings extensive knowledge in advising high-net-worth individuals, in institutional investment, in foundations, and in the strategic development of wealth management units. Executive Moves Co-ops and mutuals champion appointment marks ‘significant step’ towards sector growth News Aggregation Team Thursday, October 29, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132802/co-ops-and-mutuals-champion-appointment-marks-amplsquosignificant-stepamprsquo-towards-sector-growth He will lead the government’s ambitions to double the size of the co-operative and mutual economy and represent the sector in government discussions and forums. Executive Moves JM Finn hires regional wealth planner News Aggregation Team Wednesday, October 28, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132764/jm-finn-hires-regional-wealth-planner Parsons will operate from York office Executive Moves JTC Underlines Focus on Technology with Dual Senior Leadership Appointments News Team Wednesday, October 28, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132767/jtc-underlines-focus-on-technology-with-dual-senior-leadership-appointments The appointment reflects JTC’s continued investment in technology, data and AI as drivers of growth, efficiency and service excellence. Executive Moves EIB and Deutsche Bank launch €560 million partnership to power Europe’s space businesses News Team Friday, October 30, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132811/eib-and-deutsche-bank-launch-ampeuro560-million-partnership-to-power-europeamprsquos-space-businesses This new partnership between the EIB and Deutsche Bank will help unlock investment in Germany and across Europe Legal, Regulation & Compliance CDB 27: revised code of conduct on combating money laundering from 2027 News Aggregation Team Friday, October 30, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132815/cdb-27-revised-code-of-conduct-on-combating-money-laundering-from-2027 The CDB is an essential component of the Swiss framework for combating money laundering and terrorist financing. Legal, Regulation & Compliance FCA puts asset managers’ AI governance under the spotlight News Aggregation Team Thursday, October 29, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132779/fca-puts-asset-managersamprsquo-ai-governance-under-the-spotlight Even so, the publication sends a clear supervisory message that buy-side firms with UK-regulated activities would be unwise to ignore. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Chancellor set to U-turn on Cash Isa allowance cut in Budget News Aggregation Team Thursday, October 29, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132780/chancellor-set-to-u-turn-on-cash-isa-allowance-cut-in-budget The expected U-turn also raises questions over a series of anti-avoidance measures linked to the lower Cash Isa limit. Legal, Regulation & Compliance 25 years in London: the evolution of offshore advice and what comes next News Team Thursday, October 29, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132801/25-years-in-london-the-evolution-of-offshore-advice-and-what-comes-next Technology is expected to become an equally significant driver of change. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Taking money out of your company: two consultations founders should watch after the Budget News Team Wednesday, October 28, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132755/taking-money-out-of-your-company-two-consultations-founders-should-watch-after-the-budget Two consultations currently underway could fundamentally reshape how founders take value out of their companies. Legal, Regulation & Compliance European Stability Mechanism borrows €1bn on Pontes News Aggregation Team Wednesday, October 28, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132757/european-stability-mechanism-borrows-ampeuro1bn-on-pontes Bundesbank performed its first transaction as paying agent on DLT platform Legal, Regulation & Compliance European Competitiveness: Capital Rules Built for a Lost Lead News Aggregation Team Wednesday, October 28, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132759/european-competitiveness-capital-rules-built-for-a-lost-lead European competitiveness is usually discussed as a matter of productivity, energy costs, or bureaucracy, and none of these diagnoses are wrong. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Payward to Acquire Saldo Bank in EU Banking Licence Push News Aggregation Team Wednesday, October 28, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132760/payward-to-acquire-saldo-bank-in-eu-banking-licence-push The deal is subject to regulatory approvals and is expected to close in 2027. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Clifford Chance advises GIGA Storage on €260 million financing for Albatross energy storage project in Germany News Team Tuesday, October 27, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132726/clifford-chance-advises-giga-storage-on-ampeuro260-million-financing-for-albatross-energy-storage-project-in-germany The project will connect directly to the high-voltage grid of German transmission system operator Amprion at the adjacent 380 kV Merzen substation. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Tokenisation platform Assetize secures Jersey registration News Team Friday, October 30, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132830/tokenisation-platform-assetize-secures-jersey-registration It will provide the corporate and trustee services that tokenised issuers in Jersey need, from formation and directors through to day-to-day administration. FinTech Zumo and Quantum Chain join forces to help UK financial institutions resist quantum attacks News Aggregation Team Thursday, October 29, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132786/zumo-and-quantum-chain-join-forces-to-help-uk-financial-institutions-resist-quantum-attacks Respond to blockchain security concerns FinTech FCA stops HTX's crypto promotions News Aggregation Team Thursday, October 29, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132806/fca-stops-htxamp039s-crypto-promotions The FCA and Huobi Global S.A. have now reached a settlement in the case. FinTech Temenos Announces Q3-26 Results; FY-26 Guidance Raised News Team Wednesday, October 28, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132754/temenos-announces-q3-26-results-fy-26-guidance-raised Reported IFRS revenue was USD 292.5m for the quarter, and non-IFRS revenue was USD 292.8m for the quarter, both increasing by 13% vs. Q3-25. FinTech Core banking systems in transition: These mistakes jeopardize modular IT architectures News Team Wednesday, October 28, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132772/core-banking-systems-in-transition-these-mistakes-jeopardize-modular-it-architectures The European Central Bank is increasing the pressure on banks. FinTech Lloyds uses agentic AI platform to strengthen customer fraud support News Team Tuesday, October 27, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132734/lloyds-uses-agentic-ai-platform-to-strengthen-customer-fraud-support The platform has achieved over 90% overall decision accuracy. FinTech Raya Financing Selects Temenos to Support Expansion in Saudi Arabia News Team Monday, October 26, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132698/raya-financing-selects-temenos-to-support-expansion-in-saudi-arabia Raya Financing is deploying Temenos Core in a Saudi private cloud to power its next phase of growth across auto, retail, SME and home finance FinTech UK banks face 10,000 complaints in 3 months over crypto restrictions News Aggregation Team Monday, October 26, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132700/uk-banks-face-10000-complaints-in-3-months-over-crypto-restrictions The country first announced its support for the industry back in 2023, when Rishi Sunak, later prime minister, was still chancellor of the exchequer for the Conservative government. FinTech Fintel acquires Mortgage Brain to expand adviser technology offering News Aggregation Team Monday, October 26, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132702/fintel-acquires-mortgage-brain-to-expand-adviser-technology-offering Fintel said the acquisition would support its strategy of developing connected technology for advisers operating across wealth management, mortgages and protection. FinTech European payments players unite to launch the Local Payments Council for Agentic Commerce News Aggregation Team Monday, October 26, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132705/european-payments-players-unite-to-launch-the-local-payments-council-for-agentic-commerce The council seeks to develop an industry standard for agentic commerce to be integrated across established payment systems. FinTech Utmost announces the completion of the sale of Utmost Life and Pensions to JAB Insurance News Team Friday, October 30, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132812/utmost-announces-the-completion-of-the-sale-of-utmost-life-and-pensions-to-jab-insurance The completion of the transaction further simplifies the Group’s structure and supports Utmost’s continued focus on its core international wealth solutions businesses. Alternative Investments Beyond the numbers | Why advisers should encourage families to talk about money News Aggregation Team Friday, October 30, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132820/beyond-the-numbers-why-advisers-should-encourage-families-to-talk-about-money Advisers should know the most appropriate moment to talk with the clients about conversations with wider family Alternative Investments Brits nearly twice as likely to spot pressure tactics in horror films as investment red flags News Team Friday, October 30, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132821/brits-nearly-twice-as-likely-to-spot-pressure-tactics-in-horror-films-as-investment-red-flags The pattern also holds for other pressure tactics. Alternative Investments Brand Champions COO named Operations Professional of the Year News Aggregation Team Friday, October 30, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132823/brand-champions-coo-named-operations-professional-of-the-year Kerry Nicholson was selected as the winner from a shortlist of four operations professionals Alternative Investments London Stock Exchange welcomes Abenójar Tungsten to the Main Market News Team Friday, October 30, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132828/london-stock-exchange-welcomes-abenampoacutejar-tungsten-to-the-main-market The company’s flagship asset is the El Moto tungsten and gold project in Ciudad Real, central Spain. Alternative Investments UK property transactions fall as buyers face renewed mortgage rate pressure News Team Friday, October 30, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132829/uk-property-transactions-fall-as-buyers-face-renewed-mortgage-rate-pressure Higher borrowing costs are making buyers more cautious, while the greater number of homes available is putting pressure on sellers to price realistically. Alternative Investments The changing legal and regulatory context as asset managers scale up in private markets News Team Thursday, October 29, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132803/the-changing-legal-and-regulatory-context-as-asset-managers-scale-up-in-private-markets Will Normand is Head of Asset Management at the firm, where he’s worked for 14 years. Alternative Investments The role of emerging market debt in diversifying global investment portfolios News Team Thursday, October 29, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132804/the-role-of-emerging-market-debt-in-diversifying-global-investment-portfolios The relationship has also been visible across European government bond markets, as higher energy prices have fed inflation concerns and changing expectations for monetary policy. Alternative Investments Retail Investment Strategy is a test of Europe’s competitiveness agenda News Aggregation Team Thursday, October 29, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132805/retail-investment-strategy-is-a-test-of-europeamprsquos-competitiveness-agenda By Alexei Döhl, partner at Chicago-headquartered law firm Mayer Brown Alternative Investments British Pound trades lower ahead of UK budget announcement News Aggregation Team Wednesday, October 28, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132775/british-pound-trades-lower-ahead-of-uk-budget-announcement Economists at ABN AMRO expect newly appointed Chancellor of the Exchequer John Healey to avoid major surprises when he delivers his first Budget on Wednesday. Alternative Investments BNP Paribas launches a share buyback programme of EUR 1.3 billion for the 2026 financial year results News Team Wednesday, October 28, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132778/bnp-paribas-launches-a-share-buyback-programme-of-eur-13-billion-for-the-2026-financial-year-results The purchase will start on November 2, 2026, under a contract with an investment services provider acting independently, entrusted with an irrevocable instruction to purchase the shares. Investment Banking Banca March will operate in Luxembourg under its own banking licence from 2027 and open a business centre in Lisbon News Aggregation Team Monday, October 26, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132704/banca-march-will-operate-in-luxembourg-under-its-own-banking-licence-from-2027-and-open-a-business-centre-in-lisbon In its centenary year, the family-owned bank turns its Luxembourg branch into a licensed subsidiary to anchor its expansion beyond Spain. Investment Banking Amundi launches three active equity ETFs, targets 20 by 2028 News Aggregation Team Monday, October 26, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132713/amundi-launches-three-active-equity-etfs-targets-20-by-2028 Listed on Germany’s Xetra exchange, the new ETFs mark Amundi’s entry into active equity ETFs. Investment Banking Royal Bank announces £520,000 investment in its Edinburgh West End branch, as it promises no further branch closures until at least 2029 News Aggregation Team Friday, October 16, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132543/royal-bank-announces-amppound520000-investment-in-its-edinburgh-west-end-branch-as-it-promises-no-further-branch-closures-until-at-least-2029 The £520,000 investment has transformed the branch into a modern, customer first space, welcoming visitors in Edinburgh West End from the moment they step inside. Investment Banking Intesa Sanpaolo Bank Luxembourg named “Bank of the Year” as it marks 50 years News Team Monday, October 12, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132442/intesa-sanpaolo-bank-luxembourg-named-ampldquobank-of-the-yearamprdquo-as-it-marks-50-years Intesa Sanpaolo Bank Luxembourg is part of Intesa Sanpaolo’s IMI Corporate & Investment Banking Division, led by Mauro Micillo. Investment Banking European bank shares fall as bond yields surge, spreads widen News Aggregation Team Wednesday, October 07, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132383/european-bank-shares-fall-as-bond-yields-surge-spreads-widen Shares in Societe Generale, Deutsche Bank, UniCredit and Intesa Sanpaolo were among the worst performers, all down more than 4%. Investment Banking Italy's Intesa raises MPS takeover offer price and warns it could drop bid News Aggregation Team Monday, October 05, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132307/italyamp039s-intesa-raises-mps-takeover-offer-price-and-warns-it-could-drop-bid Italian takeover rules require Lovaglio to secure shareholder backing before advancing the counter plan he unveiled in August. Investment Banking UBS forecasts double digit earnings growth for European lenders through 2028 News Aggregation Team Friday, October 02, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132294/ubs-forecasts-double-digit-earnings-growth-for-european-lenders-through-2028 Although global investors already hold substantial positions, they remain reluctant to significantly increase overall exposure for now. Investment Banking Deutsche Bank Named World’s Best Bank for Foreign Exchange by Euromoney News Team Thursday, October 01, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132275/deutsche-bank-named-worldamprsquos-best-bank-for-foreign-exchange-by-euromoney In awarding the top honour, the judging panel emphasised that scale alone does not define leadership in today's landscape. Investment Banking Nordic Investment Bank chooses Origo One, reinforcing the Riga Central Business District as an international financial hub News Aggregation Team Wednesday, September 30, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132248/nordic-investment-bank-chooses-origo-one-reinforcing-the-riga-central-business-district-as-an-international-financial-hub Its central location provides excellent access to both business infrastructure and major transport connections, making it an ideal choice for forward-looking organisations. Investment Banking Raffles London at The OWO and Le Royal Monceau - Raffles Paris Launch Exclusive London–Paris Journey News Aggregation Team Friday, October 30, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132824/raffles-london-at-the-owo-and-le-royal-monceau-raffles-paris-launch-exclusive-londonampndashparis-journey With just a two-hour Eurostar journey between the capitals, the curated escape pairs London’s history and culture with the timeless glamour and artistic spirit of Paris. Comment, Analysis & Research Why UBP became a global leader in hedge funds News Team Friday, October 30, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132826/why-ubp-became-a-global-leader-in-hedge-funds Hedge funds are not a single investment strategy: they encompass a broad range of approaches, including equity long/short, macro, systematic, relative value, event-driven and credit strategies. Comment, Analysis & Research The 2026 Autumn Budget – Breathing space? News Team Thursday, October 29, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132782/the-2026-autumn-budget-ampndash-breathing-space There were also measures to support smaller businesses, and entrepreneurs, as well as small tax increases on savings and property income. Comment, Analysis & Research Autumn Budget 2026 – A clear view on the announcement and its implications News Team Thursday, October 29, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132783/autumn-budget-2026-ampndash-a-clear-view-on-the-announcement-and-its-implications An overview of what fiscal changes could mean for individuals, families and businesses. Comment, Analysis & Research FOMC Watch - Rates on hold, rate-setting meetings cut News Team Thursday, October 29, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132785/fomc-watch-rates-on-hold-rate-setting-meetings-cut In his opening statement, Warsh noted that recent data pointed to healthy consumer spending and solid business investment, so the discussion centred on inflation. Comment, Analysis & Research The recovery is here – but how long will it last? News Team Thursday, October 29, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132791/the-recovery-is-here-ampndash-but-how-long-will-it-last The Deloitte CFO Survey Switzerland – Autumn 2026 Comment, Analysis & Research UK Budget boosts defence" - Fredrick Ljungdahl, Analyst on the Finserve Global Defence & Security Fund News Team Thursday, October 29, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132796/uk-budget-boosts-defenceampquot-fredrick-ljungdahl-analyst-on-the-finserve-global-defence-ampamp-security-fund Over the last few weeks, we have spent a lot of time on the UK specifically, looking at companies that can benefit from the Defence Investment Plan (‘DIP’). Comment, Analysis & Research UK Budget 2026 response News Team Thursday, October 29, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132800/uk-budget-2026-response Schroders' economic and investment experts share their responses to the UK Budget 2026 Comment, Analysis & Research When the Roads Are Dangerous, Why Are Investors Accelerating? News Aggregation Team Wednesday, October 28, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132756/when-the-roads-are-dangerous-why-are-investors-accelerating By Sean Peche, Founder and Portfolio Manager, Ranmore Fund Management Comment, Analysis & Research BoE survey finds UK financial firms shifting to GenAI News Aggregation Team Wednesday, October 28, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132758/boe-survey-finds-uk-financial-firms-shifting-to-genai Respondents expect systemic risk to increase as tech becomes more widespread Comment, Analysis & Research Budget offers breathing space, but little relief from tax pressures News Team Thursday, October 29, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132784/budget-offers-breathing-space-but-little-relief-from-tax-pressures Instead, the Chancellor opted for a smaller number of targeted measures alongside support designed to ease pressure from higher energy and living costs. Tax One in three Britons say pension and tax rules discourage later-life working News Aggregation Team Tuesday, October 27, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132725/one-in-three-britons-say-pension-and-tax-rules-discourage-later-life-working The research also found that 44% of people aged 50 to 65 feel positively about continuing some form of paid work beyond traditional retirement age. Tax EY partner pay jumps to £870k despite consulting slump News Aggregation Team Tuesday, October 27, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132743/ey-partner-pay-jumps-to-amppound870k-despite-consulting-slump EY reported six per cent revenue growth for EY-Parthenon, its global strategy consulting arm, three per cent for tax services and three per cent for assurance Tax Healey to shield low-income pensioners from income tax in the Budget News Aggregation Team Monday, October 26, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132714/healey-to-shield-low-income-pensioners-from-income-tax-in-the-budget The government had already committed to not taxing people who only get an income from the state pension. Tax Pensions could take a hit ahead of Autumn Budget amid fears of further tax changes expected News Aggregation Team Monday, October 26, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132723/pensions-could-take-a-hit-ahead-of-autumn-budget-amid-fears-of-further-tax-changes-expected The Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) has modelled potential restrictions to pension tax relief, estimating that capping relief at the basic rate could raise significant revenue, although it has also warned against such a reform. Tax HMRC nudge letters include specifics of wealthy taxpayers’ offshore affairs, tax advisory firm says News Aggregation Team Friday, October 23, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132693/hmrc-nudge-letters-include-specifics-of-wealthy-taxpayersamprsquo-offshore-affairs-tax-advisory-firm-says A top tax adviser praised the letters as ‘a welcome step towards transparency from HMRC’, but warned that anyone who receives one risks ‘much harsher penalties’ should they decide not to respond Tax Tax receipts climb as fiscal drag does the heavy lifting before the Budget News Team Thursday, October 22, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132651/tax-receipts-climb-as-fiscal-drag-does-the-heavy-lifting-before-the-budget Yet despite these significant tax receipts, it is clear the government is still struggling to meet its fiscal needs. Tax Advisers call for 'taxation certainty' in Budget News Aggregation Team Thursday, October 22, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132672/advisers-call-for-amp039taxation-certaintyamp039-in-budget Clients were also concerned about potential changes to taxation in the Budget. Tax State pension to surpass personal tax allowance threshold as inflation rises to 3.5% News Aggregation Team Wednesday, October 21, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132636/state-pension-to-surpass-personal-tax-allowance-threshold-as-inflation-rises-to-35 It also strengthened expectations of higher interest rates from the Bank of England. Tax Chancellor should cut benefits instead of taxing banks, says International Monetary Fund News Aggregation Team Monday, October 19, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132567/chancellor-should-cut-benefits-instead-of-taxing-banks-says-international-monetary-fund There are also concerns that a windfall tax could encourage international banks to shift their London and UK operations overseas. Tax Banking pioneer Dame Susan Rice lands prestigious honour News Aggregation Team Friday, October 30, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132827/banking-pioneer-dame-susan-rice-lands-prestigious-honour This year, guests paid tribute to Dame Susan Rice by awarding her a lifetime achievement award for her services to financial and professional services in Scotland. Retail Banking Bank of Scotland owner Lloyds sees profits surge ahead of higher Budget levy News Aggregation Team Thursday, October 29, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132794/bank-of-scotland-owner-lloyds-sees-profits-surge-ahead-of-higher-budget-levy The banking giant reported a pre-tax profit of £2.3 billion for the third quarter, up from the £1.2bn it made in the same period a year earlier. Retail Banking Tandem Bank among first lenders to support Government's new Warm Homes Loan Scheme News Aggregation Team Tuesday, October 27, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132746/tandem-bank-among-first-lenders-to-support-governmentamp039s-new-warm-homes-loan-scheme Lenders pass this saving on to customers through lower interest rates, making it more affordable for homeowners to install technologies that can help lower their energy bills. Retail Banking Payments are not someone else’s department News Aggregation Team Friday, October 23, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132695/payments-are-not-someone-elseamprsquos-department They do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of UK Finance or its members. Retail Banking Lithuanian city TauragÄ— to advance climate-neutral ambition with €20 million in EIB financing News Team Thursday, October 22, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132653/lithuanian-city-taurag%C4%97-to-advance-climate-neutral-ambition-with-ampeuro20-million-in-eib-financing The EIB loan will help TauragÄ— municipality deliver investments that residents can see and use in their daily lives. Retail Banking Lloyds climbs global rankings for AI talent and leadership News Team Monday, October 19, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132585/lloyds-climbs-global-rankings-for-ai-talent-and-leadership The Group's overall score increased from 45.0 to 55.2, a 10.2-point improvement. Retail Banking Polish banks seek state risk-sharing to fund defence build-up News Aggregation Team Friday, October 16, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132542/polish-banks-seek-state-risk-sharing-to-fund-defence-build-up It is expected to spend around €53 billion on defence in 2026, the fourth-highest in the European Union behind France, Italy and Germany, NATO data shows. Retail Banking ING opens flagship store in Madrid to support private banking plans News Aggregation Team Wednesday, October 14, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132500/ing-opens-flagship-store-in-madrid-to-support-private-banking-plans The new premises will serve retail, private banking, business banking and corporate clients Retail Banking ING expands OneInvestments platform across markets with Romania brokerage launch News Team Thursday, October 08, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132396/ing-expands-oneinvestments-platform-across-markets-with-romania-brokerage-launch Serving retail banking clients across ING's 10 markets, OneInvestments allows us to offer a consistent investment experience while fully addressing local regulatory and tax requirements. Retail Banking The Openbank Garage News Team Wednesday, October 07, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132363/the-openbank-garage The podcast aims to bring audiences closer to some of the projects, technologies, and ways of working that are driving Openbank’s evolution but often remain out of the spotlight. Retail Banking Torsten Bell calls out ‘irresponsible behaviour’ over pension speculation News Aggregation Team Friday, October 16, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132560/torsten-bell-calls-out-amplsquoirresponsible-behaviouramprsquo-over-pension-speculation Bell who had spoken of the need to build trust in pension Pensions It’s time for ‘Pensionmaxxing’ News Aggregation Team Tuesday, September 22, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132088/itamprsquos-time-for-amplsquopensionmaxxingamprsquo Savers don’t need a massive salary or market expertise to make huge lifestyle sacrifices to start ‘pensionmaxxing’. Pensions 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 Cheaper energy first ‘does not mean putting net zero second’, says Rathbones News Team Friday, October 30, 2026 12:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132825/cheaper-energy-first-amplsquodoes-not-mean-putting-net-zero-secondamprsquo-says-rathbones Responding to the Budget’s announcements on cheaper energy and a new British Data Centre Covenant, Rathbones calls for a coordinated approach to expanding AI infrastructure and meeting the UK’s energy needs. Planet SOS Evolution of Deutsche Bank’s supplier ESG rating approach News Aggregation Team Monday, October 12, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132444/evolution-of-deutsche-bankamprsquos-supplier-esg-rating-approach A strong ESG rating from an approved provider is and will remain an important criterion and a relevant consideration in supplier engagement and procurement. Planet SOS ABN AMRO Sustainable Impact Fund and Aviva Investors support concrete producer SL Materials News Team Wednesday, October 07, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132373/abn-amro-sustainable-impact-fund-and-aviva-investors-support-concrete-producer-sl-materials The investment will support the expansion of the company’s existing site in Zaandam and the development of additional production capacity across new locations in Europe. Planet SOS European investors ‘leading global momentum’ on sustainability and energy transition News Aggregation Team Monday, October 05, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132310/european-investors-amplsquoleading-global-momentumamprsquo-on-sustainability-and-energy-transition The data comes from IFM Investors’ annual Private Markets 700 (PM700) survey, which featured input from more than 700 senior investment professionals across 19 countries. Planet SOS Morgan Stanley Investment Management's 1GT Leads €49 Million Series E Funding for Amber Electric News Aggregation Team Monday, September 21, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/132058/morgan-stanley-investment-managementamp039s-1gt-leads-ampeuro49-million-series-e-funding-for-amber-electric This funding will support the Company’s continued growth and expansion in Europe. Planet SOS Advisers urged to talk to all clients about ESG preferences News Aggregation Team Thursday, September 10, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131879/advisers-urged-to-talk-to-all-clients-about-esg-preferences The report argues that sustainability should be treated as a mainstream part of financial advice Planet SOS ECB accused of fuelling biodiversity loss through fossil fuel finance News Aggregation Team Wednesday, September 09, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131866/ecb-accused-of-fuelling-biodiversity-loss-through-fossil-fuel-finance The ECB is indirectly supporting fossil fuel companies operating in critical biodiversity areas, despite growing focus on nature-related financial risks. Planet SOS The economic impact of a hotter Europe News Team Thursday, August 27, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131647/the-economic-impact-of-a-hotter-europe It is important to distinguish between direct damages and the impact on GDP figures when assessing the economic costs of climate-related hazards. Planet SOS Energy: Green growth, with red figures: the EU remains a net importer of clean tech News Team Wednesday, August 19, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131511/energy-green-growth-with-red-figures-the-eu-remains-a-net-importer-of-clean-tech This analysis focuses on trade flows in clean technologies between the EU and countries outside the EU. Planet SOS ABN AMRO commits to develop an absolute emissions backstop by 2030 News Aggregation Team Tuesday, August 18, 2026 1:00 am https://europe.managersofwealth.com/article/131476/abn-amro-commits-to-develop-an-absolute-emissions-backstop-by-2030 While carbon intensity targets can help improve the overall energy efficiency of portfolios, they do not necessarily lead to a reduction in total financed emissions. Planet SOS