All articles by Vidhya Edwards Munnangi

Vidhya Edwards Munnangi

Founding-era leaders regain control of Matthews International

Founder G. Paul Matthews and executive chairman Mark Headley are set to take a controlling interest in the firm.

JPMorgan Chase names new COO to drive AI expansion

Guy Halamish will collaborate with the leaders of markets, global banking, payments, and securities services.

Mariner selects State Street’s Charles River wealth platform

The decision comes as Mariner sets its sights on expanding its advisor team from the current 2,080 to 5,000.

Nuveen enters £9.9bn deal to acquire Schroders 

The combined company will manage nearly $2.5tn in assets and operate across more than 40 markets worldwide. 

UBS launches GCC in India, plans 3,000 hires over next two years 

According to the company, the Hyderabad office is intended to enhance collaboration and further work in areas such as AI. 

Pictet AUM rise but consolidated profit flat

The company’s operating result rose by 3.7% to SFr846m compared to the previous year.  

Bluespring adds $2.3bn in assets with SHP Financial purchase  

The firm is known for providing fiduciary advice and offers services such as its SHP Retirement Road Map. 

UBS to add 50 wealth bankers in Hong Kong – report

The bank has recently taken possession of new premises at the International Gateway Center in West Kowloon.

Schroders and Apollo partner on wealth investment products in UK 

They intend to jointly develop new products that integrate both public and private fixed income assets from Schroders and Apollo. 

UBP expands Middle East team with leadership hires 

Operating out of Dubai, Iqbal will be responsible for embedding the Global Investment Committee’s investment approach locally.