All articles by Vidhya Edwards Munnangi

Vidhya Edwards Munnangi

FNZ, AJ Bell extend long-term technology partnership

FNZ’s technology supports essential functions such as market connectivity, trading, settlement, custody, and the management of books and records.

BlackRock expands executive committee with 20 leaders – report

These adjustments are made as BlackRock seeks to increase its market value over the next five years.

HSBC Private Bank unveils new AI-driven platform

The platform is specifically designed for teams that interact with clients, as well as for investment advisors and product experts.

Aldermore Bank CEO Steven Cooper to lead Fairstone Group – report  

At Fairstone, Cooper is tasked with an objective to double the company’s size by the end of the decade. 

Swiss Senate paves way for direct government action on UBS capital rules

The outcome allows the government to directly move ahead with measures that could potentially raise UBS’s core capital needs.

CVC enters race to acquire Avendus Capital from KKR – report 

The early-stage discussions involve a thorough assessment of Avendus’ business operations and financial health.

Arrowpoint Investment Partners plans to raise $400m in new capital – report

The firm aims to achieve $2bn in assets by the end of 2026.

Tavistock to buy 76.59% stake in financial advisory firm Lifetime 

Lifetime services include financial advice, mortgages, investments, pensions, estate planning, savings, and protection. 

Hedge fund firm Capstone Investment to close Hong Kong office – report 

The closure will impact six employees who were part of the Hong Kong team.  

US  judge approves Vanguard’s $25m settlement over inflated tax bills 

The settlement relates to the company’s target-date funds and comes after a previous $40m proposal was rejected.