All articles by Satarupa Bhowmik

Satarupa Bhowmik

UOB Private Bank names Paul Zhou as Greater China market head

During his tenure at UOB China, Zhou was responsible for Wealth Management and Secured Lending sales teams.

Barclays introduces new planning and advice service

The offering is targeted at individuals with a minimum of £150,000 ($203,850.75) to invest.

Gautam Anand to lead HSBC global India private banking unit

Anand will manage coverage across India and major international hubs, including Dubai, Hong Kong, Singapore, and the UK.

Lumin Wealth buys London-based Gresham Financial Strategies

The acquisition adds over £140m ($189.7m) in assets under management (AuM) to Lumin’s books.

Middle East tensions spark £2.2bn outflows at Schroders in Q1 2026

Group assets under management fell to £814.4bn at the end of March, down from £823.7bn at year-end 2025.

Creative Planning buys Seattle RIA Duncan & Haley

The acquisition of Duncan & Haley adds $660m in assets to Creative Planning’s books.

Mercer Advisors sets up women-focused wealth practice

The new practice will concentrate on areas such as longevity planning, career transitions, and business ownership.

J. Safra Sarasin concludes majority stake purchase in Saxo Bank

The transaction involves J. Safra Sarasin acquiring about 71% of Saxo Bank shares.

Stone Point Capital invests in UK wealth manager Amber River

Completion of the deal is expected in summer 2026, contingent on regulatory clearance.

Julius Baer profit slumps in 2025 over credit losses

Assets under management rose 5% to SFr521bn, supported by SFr 14.4bn in net new money.