What could go wrong in private markets investments?
Institutional investors remain wary of semi-liquid private funds, a sentiment that was on full display at this year’s Luxembourg Meeting for Private Markets Investments, a German-language private markets conference known as Lumpi.
J. Safra Sarasin takes control of Saxo Bank in €1.1 bln deal
Saxo Bank has a new majority shareholder: Swiss private bank J. Safra Sarasin, part of the Brazilian J. Safra Group. The private bank is acquiring the stakes held by Chinese automotive group Geely and Finnish asset manager Mandatum, taking its ownership to 70 percent.
Women drive a market revolution, yet wealth firms lag behind
Women are reshaping wealth management, yet remain underrepresented in investment decisions. As female investors gain financial power, wealth managers must adapt—or risk missing out on a trillion-dollar market.
Yves Stein underlines need for private banks to innovate
Luxembourg’s private banks need embrace digital innovation to stay competitive, tackle regulation, and attract talent. ABBL Chairman Yves Stein speaks on the future of private banking in the Grand Duchy.
Wealthy Dutch weigh emigration as business climate deteriorates
For an increasing number of ultra-wealthy Dutch individuals, the question is no longer just how much tax they pay—but whether the Netherlands remains the right place to live and invest.
EFG, Edmond de Rothschild signal accelerating consolidation
Separate moves by Swiss-based EFG and Edmond de Rothschild highlight the intensifying competition among firms seeking scale and specialisation in a rapidly evolving sector.
Wealth managers must accelerate transformation in 2025, says EY
Wealth managers must accelerate their transformation or risk falling behind in an increasingly competitive industry. Sustainability has become a lesser priority, according to EY’s latest annual resolutions.
Private banks keen to embrace tech without undermining values
Private banking stands at a pivotal moment, as institutions navigate the balance between technological innovation and the fundamental human relationships that define wealth management. While digitalisation offers efficiency and scalability, it cannot replace the trust and personalisation that high-net-worth clients expect.
Luxembourg wants to climb the value chain in finance
The Luxembourg government on Monday unveiled its 2030 roadmap for developing the financial sector, placing financial innovation at the centre of its ambitions to remain a leading global financial hub. Climbing the international financial-sector value chain, beyond ‘fund services’ and creating more front-office jobs, now has been defined as an official government ambition.
Hugo Lasat steps down at Degroof Petercam, Sylvie Huret new CEO
Degroof Petercam has appointed Sylvie Huret as its new chief executive, succeeding Hugo Lasat, who will step down at the end of 2024 after three years at the helm.