ESG funds increasing exposure to defense, data confirms
ESG investment funds in Europe have sharply increased their exposure to defense stocks, according to new Morningstar data that offers the most comprehensive look yet at how sustainable finance is responding to geopolitical pressure.
Transfers: Aon, Allianz, Mimco, and SnapSwap
This week’s overview of senior appointments and leadership changes includes updates from Aon France, Allianz Benelux, Mimco Capital, and SnapSwap.
Transfers: BIL’s Serrurier-Hoël appointed CEO of Mirabaud
This week’s overview of people transfers and appointments includes updates from Mirabaud, Alfi, Carmignac and River Global.
Transfers: Luxflag, Baker McKenzie, EFG, EuroCTP
This week’s overview of people transfers and appointments includes updates from Luxflag, Baker McKenzie, EFG Bank, and EuroCTP.
Dora sparks ICT shakeout as firms cut non-compliant providers
More than a quarter of financial institutions across Europe plan to terminate at least one ICT service provider this year due to non-compliance with the Digital Operational Resilience Act (Dora), according to a new survey by PwC Luxembourg.
Big is beautiful: large funds take over the European Ucits market
A quiet power shift is underway in the European fund industry. Investors are increasingly gravitating towards larger Ucits vehicles, favouring scale, simplicity and cost-efficiency over specialisation and boutique appeal.
Transfers: Micaela Forelli named Efama vice-president
This week’s overview of appointments and people transfers includes updates from European fund and asset management association Efama, EY Luxembourg, LuxReal, and Sygnum Bank.
Markets confront new uncertainty after U.S. strike on Iran
Geopolitical risk returns as markets weigh Iran escalation, energy disruption and central bank caution following U.S. attacks on nuclear sites.
Transfers: Schroders, AllianzGI, Amundi, IBS, Partners, Alfi, LPEA
This week’s overview of people transfers and appointments includes updates from Schroders, Amundi, IBS Capital Allies, Partners Group, and Luxembourg industry associations Alfi and LPEA.
Fewer millionaires in Luxembourg, but the wealthiest get richer
The number of millionaires in Luxembourg fell significantly in 2024, but those at the top of the wealth pyramid continued to grow their fortunes.