Managers of Wealth - Americas http://americas.managersofwealth.com/ Fri, 23 Oct 2026 05:44:50 BST part of MediaG8way Group http://americas.managersofwealth.com/ http://americas.managersofwealth.com/assets/images/logo.png Managers of Wealth - Americas KohanaPHP Morgan Stanley Named 2026 Money Management Institute/Barron’s Wealth Management Advisory Platform of the Year News Team Thursday, October 22, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68137/morgan-stanley-named-2026-money-management-institutebarronamprsquos-wealth-management-advisory-platform-of-the-year Firm recognized for innovation and user experience across its advisory platform Wealth and Asset Management Northern Trust Q3 profit climbs 40% News Aggregation Team Thursday, October 22, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68139/northern-trust-q3-profit-climbs-40 The Chicago-based group AuM rose 11% to finish at $1.96tn, while assets under custody grew 9% to $15.8tn. Wealth and Asset Management Freehold Wealth Management Joins Osaic with $576 Million in Client Assets News Team Thursday, October 22, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68144/freehold-wealth-management-joins-osaic-with-576-million-in-client-assets Family-led firm expands its multigenerational practice and national presence through Osaic’s scale, community and succession-planning resources Wealth and Asset Management Wealthspire’s Ground Control Business Management Acquires London-based Atlantic Swiss News Aggregation Team Wednesday, October 21, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68123/wealthspireamprsquos-ground-control-business-management-acquires-london-based-atlantic-swiss The UK private wealth manager will expand Wealthspire’s specialized capabilities serving professionals across the entertainment, sports and fashion industries Wealth and Asset Management Partners Group Cuts Management Fees Before Fund Overhaul News Aggregation Team Wednesday, October 21, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68125/partners-group-cuts-management-fees-before-fund-overhaul Investors in the distributing fund will see their fees reduced by at least 25 basis points for three years and investors in the compounding fund will see their management fees reduced by up to 75 basis points until January 1, 2030. Wealth and Asset Management Robertson Stephens moves beyond wealth management with $10B deal News Aggregation Team Wednesday, October 21, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68127/robertson-stephens-moves-beyond-wealth-management-with-10b-deal Milwaukee acquisition adds OCIO capabilities for endowments, foundations and nonprofits. Wealth and Asset Management Steve Cohen's Family Office Leads $80 Million Bet on Hertz Robotaxi Unit Oro Mobility News Aggregation Team Wednesday, October 21, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68128/steve-cohenamp039s-family-office-leads-80-million-bet-on-hertz-robotaxi-unit-oro-mobility The investors include Cohen Private Ventures, the family office of the Point72 founder and New York Mets owner, alongside funds or accounts tied to Certares Opportunities and Knighthead Capital Management. Wealth and Asset Management Alliant Private Client and "All Access hosted by Andy Garcia" Examine Strategic Risk Advisory for Extraordinary Lifestyles News Team Wednesday, October 21, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68134/alliant-private-client-and-ampquotall-access-hosted-by-andy-garciaampquot-examine-strategic-risk-advisory-for-extraordinary-lifestyles The educational narrative focuses on the reality that modern wealth is no longer static, and therefore, protection cannot be transactional. Wealth and Asset Management Modern Wealth Deepens California Presence With $330 Million 4thGEN Acquisition News Team Wednesday, October 21, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68135/modern-wealth-deepens-california-presence-with-330-million-4thgen-acquisition Lodi-based team brings deep relationships with business owners, farmers and multigenerational families as Modern Wealth continues Northern California expansion Wealth and Asset Management Beacon Pointe Advisors Builds on National Momentum with Latest RIA Acquisitions News Team Wednesday, October 21, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68136/beacon-pointe-advisors-builds-on-national-momentum-with-latest-ria-acquisitions Recent team additions expand the firm's capabilities, bringing total assets under advisement to approximately $70 billion Wealth and Asset Management BMO Announces Executive Appointments News Team Thursday, October 22, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68141/bmo-announces-executive-appointments Tim Cox named U.S. Country Head People Moves Bank of America names Jim Fitterling and Bill Thomas to board of directors News Aggregation Team Thursday, October 22, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68142/bank-of-america-names-jim-fitterling-and-bill-thomas-to-board-of-directors The two executives ​will replace former board ​members ⁠who had retired earlier this year after reaching the retirement ⁠age ​of 75, Pierre ​de Weck and Linda Hudson. People Moves Ballentine Partners, an Independent Multi-Family Office, Appoints Jeffrey Potter as Board Chairman News Team Wednesday, October 21, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68121/ballentine-partners-an-independent-multi-family-office-appoints-jeffrey-potter-as-board-chairman Potter brings decades of experience in financial management, investment strategy, and corporate leadership. People Moves Sowell Management Names CIO And Launches Investment Office News Aggregation Team Wednesday, October 21, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68122/sowell-management-names-cio-and-launches-investment-office Scott Dooley Will Lead The Office Of The CIO, Bringing Together Research, Portfolio Construction And Advisor Consulting People Moves Kevin Stone Appointed Senior Vice President & Senior Portfolio Manager at Bank of America Private Bank - Highlighted by WallStreet Research News Team Wednesday, October 21, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68124/kevin-stone-appointed-senior-vice-president-ampamp-senior-portfolio-manager-at-bank-of-america-private-bank-highlighted-by-wallstreet-research In his new role at Bank of America Private Bank, Mr. Stone combines nearly two decades of institutional asset management expertise with comprehensive private wealth strategy. People Moves Raleigh-Based Wealth Management Team Joins CAPTRUST News Team Wednesday, October 21, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68130/raleigh-based-wealth-management-team-joins-captrust Previously a part of RHA Wealth, Clark and Robert serve over 190 clients and manage more than $300 million in client assets. People Moves Former Goldman Sachs Partner Richard Campbell-Breeden Joins SEDA News Team Wednesday, October 21, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68131/former-goldman-sachs-partner-richard-campbell-breeden-joins-seda Richard Campbell-Breeden is a senior investment banker, corporate finance adviser, and public company chairman with 37 years of experience in mergers and acquisitions People Moves US wealthtech Masttro names Andrew Peddar as new COO News Aggregation Team Wednesday, October 21, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68133/us-wealthtech-masttro-names-andrew-peddar-as-new-coo Peddar brings over a quarter century of experience to the New York-headquartered firm, most recently serving as CRO and head of partnerships at Next Matter. People Moves HSBC Seeks New CEO for Asset Management Business News Aggregation Team Tuesday, October 20, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68113/hsbc-seeks-new-ceo-for-asset-management-business He reports to Barry O’Byrne, the CEO of HSBC’s International Wealth Management and Premier Banking division, appointed two years ago. People Moves CircleBlack Taps Robertson Stephens COO Vikram Chugh as New CEO News Aggregation Team Tuesday, October 20, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68119/circleblack-taps-robertson-stephens-coo-vikram-chugh-as-new-ceo Vikram Chugh, who built the wealth management platform at fellow Long Arc portfolio company Robertson Stephens, replaces Lincoln Ross, who stays on as a strategic advisor. People Moves Ex-MML Associate Pleads Guilty To $3.8M Fraud News Team Monday, October 19, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68106/ex-mml-associate-pleads-guilty-to-38m-fraud Trevor Uhls faces up to 20 years in prison for the scheme that targeted at least 60 investors, while an attorney representing investors claims MML Investors Services missed “red flags.” Legal, Regulation & Compliance Bank of America hit with $1.2 billion penalty over money laundering failures News Aggregation Team Wednesday, October 14, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68077/bank-of-america-hit-with-12-billion-penalty-over-money-laundering-failures The OCC penalty will be credited against FinCEN's assessment rather than added to it. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Wealth Enhancement Sues Ex-Advisor Who Left for RFG News Aggregation Team Wednesday, October 14, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68078/wealth-enhancement-sues-ex-advisor-who-left-for-rfg Wealth Enhancement filed the suit against Christopher Porpiglia in Minnesota state court last week. Legal, Regulation & Compliance American Express hit with $350m AML penalty News Aggregation Team Monday, October 12, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68047/american-express-hit-with-350m-aml-penalty Some of this activity was linked to accounts connected with bank insiders, although the regulator did not name those individuals or describe their positions. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Cayman reinsurers challenge proposed US capital requirement News Aggregation Team Thursday, October 08, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68029/cayman-reinsurers-challenge-proposed-us-capital-requirement It also calls for a separate change to recoverability requirements for reinsurers with lower financial strength ratings. Legal, Regulation & Compliance US Fed to revamp bank supervision framework into five regions News Aggregation Team Thursday, October 08, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68031/us-fed-to-revamp-bank-supervision-framework-into-five-regions The new regions will be aligned with state boundaries rather than Federal Reserve district boundaries. Legal, Regulation & Compliance SEC publishes new crypto custody rules News Aggregation Team Monday, October 05, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/67994/sec-publishes-new-crypto-custody-rules The proposal was launched by SEC chairman Paul Atkins who noted that the crypto asset market has evolved since the creation of bitcoin in 2008 Legal, Regulation & Compliance US banks invited to join Apple Pay class lawsuit News Aggregation Team Monday, September 28, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/67939/us-banks-invited-to-join-apple-pay-class-lawsuit Apple has changed its policies since the lawsuit was filed. Legal, Regulation & Compliance QIA and J.P. Morgan Asset Management Announce $20 Billion Strategic Partnership News Team Monday, September 21, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/67884/qia-and-jp-morgan-asset-management-announce-20-billion-strategic-partnership The strategic partnership will include two initial areas of collaboration Legal, Regulation & Compliance Brazil central bank delivers fifth straight rate cut, leaves next move open News Aggregation Team Thursday, September 17, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/67861/brazil-central-bank-delivers-fifth-straight-rate-cut-leaves-next-move-open The decision came on the same day that the U.S. Federal Reserve raised its benchmark interest ​rate to the 3.75%-4.00% range and flagged further increases in coming months. Legal, Regulation & Compliance FINNY AI Partners with Visionary Square on Prospecting News Aggregation Team Thursday, October 22, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68140/finny-ai-partners-with-visionary-square-on-prospecting Visionary Square will cover FINNY subscription costs for its network of 250-plus advisors, giving them access to AI-powered tools meant to find clients and fuel growth. FinTech Broadridge Ranks #3 in IDC FinTech Rankings Top 100 for the Fourth Straight Year, Helping Financial Institutions Turn Innovation into Impact News Team Wednesday, October 21, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68126/broadridge-ranks-3-in-idc-fintech-rankings-top-100-for-the-fourth-straight-year-helping-financial-institutions-turn-innovation-into-impact Twelve consecutive years on the list reflect Broadridge’s enduring role in powering financial services modernization FinTech Financial services faces highest AI exposure of any sector, BCG finds News Aggregation Team Wednesday, October 21, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68132/financial-services-faces-highest-ai-exposure-of-any-sector-bcg-finds Independent research supports that gap. FinTech TerraPay and RemitBee partner on cross-border payouts from Canada News Aggregation Team Tuesday, October 20, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68114/terrapay-and-remitbee-partner-on-cross-border-payouts-from-canada The collaboration covers outbound corridors to the US, Asia, the Middle East, and Africa, and applies to personal remittances and business payments. FinTech Visa pilots AI agent payments between buyer and supplier platforms News Aggregation Team Tuesday, October 20, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68115/visa-pilots-ai-agent-payments-between-buyer-and-supplier-platforms Payment portals typically rely on human authentication requirements that limit how approved payments can be automated. FinTech Kapital Agrees to Acquire AI Startup Woz for $30M to Enhance Capabilities of AI-Native Banking Platform News Team Tuesday, October 20, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68118/kapital-agrees-to-acquire-ai-startup-woz-for-30m-to-enhance-capabilities-of-ai-native-banking-platform Acquisition brings Woz's AI team and technology to Kapital, combining advanced AI development with Kapital's proprietary financial data and banking infrastructure FinTech AI could bring shorter workweeks, higher incomes, says JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon News Aggregation Team Monday, October 19, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68104/ai-could-bring-shorter-workweeks-higher-incomes-says-jpmorgan-ceo-jamie-dimon The proliferation of open-source models and systems developed in China and other countries makes it difficult for governments to contain the technology. FinTech AI credit jitters drive US tech default insurance to record highs News Aggregation Team Thursday, October 15, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68085/ai-credit-jitters-drive-us-tech-default-insurance-to-record-highs Five-year credit default swap spreads at cloud computing giant Oracle were quoted at 288 basis points on Thursday by S&P Global Market Intelligence. FinTech Citi’s new patents for an AI wealth “Avatar” might make its advisors nervous News Aggregation Team Thursday, October 15, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68089/citiamprsquos-new-patents-for-an-ai-wealth-ampldquoavataramprdquo-might-make-its-advisors-nervous Citi unveiled this concept under the name Citi Sky earlier this year. FinTech Can Bank of America turn the next technology cycle into better payments outcomes? News Aggregation Team Monday, October 12, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68049/can-bank-of-america-turn-the-next-technology-cycle-into-better-payments-outcomes The bank is continuing to invest in its CashPro treasury platform and real-time payment infrastructure, while its approach to AI remains deliberately progressive. FinTech Insurers ‘unlocking trillions’ for AI infrastructure News Aggregation Team Thursday, October 22, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68143/insurers-amplsquounlocking-trillionsamprsquo-for-ai-infrastructure That was the word from Financial Times United States private equity and deals editor Antoine Gara in a webinar about the changing insurance industry. Alternative Investments Healthspan Wealth Launches Platform for Advisors News Aggregation Team Thursday, October 22, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68145/healthspan-wealth-launches-platform-for-advisors Founders Thomas West and Suzanne Schmitt built the AI-driven tool to help advisors coordinate health and longevity planning across families, care teams and other professionals. Alternative Investments Investment lessons from New York News Team Tuesday, October 20, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68117/investment-lessons-from-new-york The event centred on private markets, artificial intelligence, infrastructure and global capital flows, all of which have direct relevance for investors in Cayman and across the Caribbean. Alternative Investments Wealth advisors stress planning, purpose as retirement approaches News Aggregation Team Tuesday, October 20, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68120/wealth-advisors-stress-planning-purpose-as-retirement-approaches Wade said retirees must prepare both financially and emotionally for the transition away from a regular paycheck. Alternative Investments Citizens Financial Group, Inc. Reports Third Quarter 2026 Net Income of $636 million, up 29% YoY, and EPS of $1.41, up 34% YoY and 8% QoQ News Team Friday, October 16, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68099/citizens-financial-group-inc-reports-third-quarter-2026-net-income-of-636-million-up-29-yoy-and-eps-of-141-up-34-yoy-and-8-qoq We continued to deliver attractive revenue and earnings growth in the third quarter Alternative Investments Premier to promote financial services in New York and Toronto News Aggregation Team Tuesday, October 13, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68062/premier-to-promote-financial-services-in-new-york-and-toronto The premier will also participate in a reinsurance briefing and meet with senior executives from reinsurance and investment businesses. Alternative Investments Apella Wealth Expands Northeast Presence with Blue Spark Capital Advisors News Team Tuesday, October 13, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68066/apella-wealth-expands-northeast-presence-with-blue-spark-capital-advisors Adds Approximately $261 Million in AUM Alternative Investments Advisor Moves to Set $3.4T in Motion This Year News Aggregation Team Monday, October 12, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68056/advisor-moves-to-set-34t-in-motion-this-year The findings are drawn from The Cerulli Report—U.S. Broker/Dealer Marketplace 2026: Navigating the Impact of Broker/Dealer Consolidation. Alternative Investments KKR to Acquire Gen II Fund Services for More Than $5 Billion from Hg and General Atlantic News Team Friday, October 09, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68037/kkr-to-acquire-gen-ii-fund-services-for-more-than-5-billion-from-hg-and-general-atlantic The strategic partnership with KKR is intended to support Gen II’s next phase of growth as private market managers increasingly seek scaled, technology-enabled solutions to navigate more complex fund structures, investor needs and regulatory require Alternative Investments Bank of America stock heads into Q3 results after Q2 growth News Aggregation Team Monday, October 05, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/67992/bank-of-america-stock-heads-into-q3-results-after-q2-growth Bank of America stock enters October 14, 2026, Q3 results after Q2 revenue rose 15 percent to USD 31.6 billion. JPMorgan cut its target to USD 62 on October 2. Alternative Investments William Blair Expands Investment Banking Platform with Acquisition of Armentum Partners News Team Tuesday, October 20, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68111/william-blair-expands-investment-banking-platform-with-acquisition-of-armentum-partners Move deepens firm’s focus on the venture capital ecosystem and adds differentiated capital solutions for high-growth companies Investment Banking JPMorgan announces $5 billion in investments in companies critical to US national security News Aggregation Team Monday, October 19, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68109/jpmorgan-announces-5-billion-in-investments-in-companies-critical-to-us-national-security JPMorgan ​said its own investments have supported companies in sectors including ​advanced manufacturing, energy, supply chains and defense-related technologies. Investment Banking Citi and Bank of America Restricted AI Agents’ Access to Customer Accounts News Aggregation Team Monday, October 19, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68110/citi-and-bank-of-america-restricted-ai-agentsamprsquo-access-to-customer-accounts In particular, Citi and JPMorgan are restricting AI agents’ access to accounts. Investment Banking NEXROC announces intention to acquire US and Australian insurance companies News Aggregation Team Monday, October 12, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68053/nexroc-announces-intention-to-acquire-us-and-australian-insurance-companies Under the transaction framework, both target insurers will become part of NEXROC’s insurance platform, NEXLIFE Group. Investment Banking These are the 20 largest banks in the US News Aggregation Team Thursday, October 08, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68033/these-are-the-20-largest-banks-in-the-us Chase Bank is the consumer banking division of JPMorgan Chase. Investment Banking J.P. Morgan Asset Management Adds New Capabilities to Retirement Link℠ News Team Wednesday, October 07, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68019/jp-morgan-asset-management-adds-new-capabilities-to-retirement-link New features broaden in-plan retirement income access and strengthen support for plan sponsors and participants Investment Banking JPMorgan Chase Has One of Banking’s Best Moats. Here’s What the Stock is Worth News Aggregation Team Monday, October 05, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/67993/jpmorgan-chase-has-one-of-bankingamprsquos-best-moats-hereamprsquos-what-the-stock-is-worth It has consumer banking, credit cards, payments, commercial banking, investment banking, trading, and wealth management. Investment Banking The most experienced people appear to be at Citi. The least experienced appear to be at Goldman News Aggregation Team Friday, September 18, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/67877/the-most-experienced-people-appear-to-be-at-citi-the-least-experienced-appear-to-be-at-goldman FINRA’s data tells us that the least experienced New York-based bankers are by some margin at Goldman Sachs. Investment Banking Morgan Stanley's Investment Banking Revenue Soars 58% Amid AI Tool Development News Aggregation Team Monday, September 14, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/67829/morgan-stanleyamp039s-investment-banking-revenue-soars-58-amid-ai-tool-development Morgan Stanley's management highlighted that AI will be one of the two defining themes of 2026 Investment Banking "I ran a team full of talented banking MDs. I had to fire them as they wouldn't leave" News Aggregation Team Friday, September 11, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/67821/ampquoti-ran-a-team-full-of-talented-banking-mds-i-had-to-fire-them-as-they-wouldnamp039t-leaveampquot A strong manager encourages people to move on, or creates new roles for them to move into. Investment Banking BlackRock Research Finds Generational Divide Among Family Offices amid $124 Trillion Wealth Transfer News Team Thursday, October 22, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68138/blackrock-research-finds-generational-divide-among-family-offices-amid-124-trillion-wealth-transfer Governance now ranks ahead of investment returns as a top challenge, while family offices grapple with succession, globalization and the growing role of AI. Comment, Analysis & Research Cerulli: $5B+ Fee-Only Independent RIAs Face 'Shrinking Footprint' News Aggregation Team Thursday, October 22, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68146/cerulli-5b-fee-only-independent-rias-face-amp039shrinking-footprintamp039 Cerulli Associates finds true fee-only RIAs are growing more slowly than hybrid firms with brokerage ties or insurance licenses among the largest wealth managers. Comment, Analysis & Research BlackRock Research Finds Generational Divide Among Family Offices amid $124 Trillion Wealth Transfer News Team Wednesday, October 21, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68129/blackrock-research-finds-generational-divide-among-family-offices-amid-124-trillion-wealth-transfer BlackRock survey of more than 200 single-family offices, conducted with Preqin, finds more than half adjusting portfolios as market risks shift. Comment, Analysis & Research Advisor Discretion Creates New Opportunities for Asset Managers News Team Thursday, October 15, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68079/advisor-discretion-creates-new-opportunities-for-asset-managers Asset managers can strengthen distribution relationships by providing portfolio guidance, implementation support, and advisor education Comment, Analysis & Research US Household Income Hit a Record in 2025—But Not Every Group Got a Raise News Aggregation Team Monday, October 12, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68054/us-household-income-hit-a-record-in-2025ampmdashbut-not-every-group-got-a-raise More people held full-time, year-round jobs, Mike King, chief of the bureau's Income Statistics Branch, said in a press conference. Comment, Analysis & Research Pre-sale financial planning is where advisors prove their value News Aggregation Team Friday, October 09, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68044/pre-sale-financial-planning-is-where-advisors-prove-their-value Advisors who engage business owners years before a liquidity event can shift tax and estate outcomes by millions of dollars Comment, Analysis & Research The Art Basel and UBS Survey of Global Collecting 2026 reveals Gen Z as the highest-spending generation News Team Thursday, October 08, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68022/the-art-basel-and-ubs-survey-of-global-collecting-2026-reveals-gen-z-as-the-highest-spending-generation This year's survey explores how high-net-worth collectors begin building their collections, highlighting the influence of family, rise in younger generations' purchasing activity, evolving attitudes toward privacy, and the growing use of digital Comment, Analysis & Research The new K-shaped economy splits the rich from the ultra-rich: The top 0.1% averages more than $200 million—and is pulling away from the rest of the 1% News Aggregation Team Thursday, October 08, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68023/the-new-k-shaped-economy-splits-the-rich-from-the-ultra-rich-the-top-01-averages-more-than-200-millionampmdashand-is-pulling-away-from-the-rest-of-the-1 The top 0.1%'s wealth has more than doubled since the end of 2019, from $13.4 trillion to nearly $28 trillion in the second quarter of 2026. Comment, Analysis & Research Advisors Struggle to Convert Retirement Plan Relationships into Wealth Management Clients, Cerulli and Morningstar Find News Team Tuesday, October 06, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68001/advisors-struggle-to-convert-retirement-plan-relationships-into-wealth-management-clients-cerulli-and-morningstar-find While this has been of greater interest for wealth managers that are seeking new avenues of organic growth, advisor adoption still lags in scalability and efficiency. Comment, Analysis & Research Politics, polls and portfolios: Making sense of US election season News Team Monday, October 05, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/67990/politics-polls-and-portfolios-making-sense-of-us-election-season As US voters prepare for the midterm elections, Chief Investment Officer Fahad Kamal explores a familiar challenge for investors: distinguishing between short-term political weather and the longer-term economic climate. Comment, Analysis & Research California May Tax Its Billionaires News Aggregation Team Wednesday, October 14, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68075/california-may-tax-its-billionaires That Proposition 40 enjoyed such strong support was telling. Even here, in one of the most affluent parts of the country, anger over economic inequality was at a boil. Tax SEI Enhances Integrated Tax Management Capabilities for Greater Portfolio Flexibility and After-Tax Outcomes News Team Thursday, September 24, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/67910/sei-enhances-integrated-tax-management-capabilities-for-greater-portfolio-flexibility-and-after-tax-outcomes Expanded Mutual Fund Integration, Tax Transition, and Gains Budget Capabilities Help Advisors Align Portfolios with Investor Objectives Tax Beta Wealth establishes new tax and accounting practice News Aggregation Team Wednesday, September 23, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/67904/beta-wealth-establishes-new-tax-and-accounting-practice The practice will collaborate directly with wealth managers and other appointed professional advisers. Tax A 5% wealth tax? Preparing clients for California's Billionaire Tax News Team Friday, September 18, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/67871/a-5-wealth-tax-preparing-clients-for-californiaamp039s-billionaire-tax California's proposed Billionaire Tax Act presents estate planners with significant challenges, including retroactive application, anti-abuse provisions and unresolved questions about its treatment of trusts. Tax California wealth tax holds narrow lead News Aggregation Team Thursday, September 17, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/67865/california-wealth-tax-holds-narrow-lead A billionaire tax is on the bubble — as are two rival measures on the same ballot. Tax Trump makes false claim about Bank of Canada while defending Canada tariffs News Aggregation Team Monday, September 07, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/67774/trump-makes-false-claim-about-bank-of-canada-while-defending-canada-tariffs Trump claimed Canada allows its banks to operate in the United States while blocking American banks from Canada Tax Billionaire Mark Cuban Blasts ‘Insane’ Ro Khanna Wealth Tax Proposal News Aggregation Team Tuesday, August 18, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/67616/billionaire-mark-cuban-blasts-amplsquoinsaneamprsquo-ro-khanna-wealth-tax-proposal For those whose fortunes are tied up in illiquid assets, U.S. Rep. Mo Khanna suggested the government could provide loans in exchange for shares. Tax Tether Completes the Largest Inaugural Financial Audit in History News Team Friday, August 14, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/67585/tether-completes-the-largest-inaugural-financial-audit-in-history KPMG U.S. issues unqualified audit opinion on Tether’s 2025 financial statements – the most positive form of opinion an independent auditor can issue Tax KPMG Counted Every Gold Bar: Tether Lands Its First Full Audit After Years of Doubt News Aggregation Team Friday, August 14, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/67593/kpmg-counted-every-gold-bar-tether-lands-its-first-full-audit-after-years-of-doubt For a firm that spent years batting away doubts over whether its USDt token is truly backed one-to-one, it is a symbolic win. Tax Google co-founder Sergey Brin spending more than $100 million fighting California wealth tax News Aggregation Team Wednesday, August 12, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/67565/google-co-founder-sergey-brin-spending-more-than-100-million-fighting-california-wealth-tax Google co-founder Sergey Brin has poured $102 million into a political nonprofit bankrolling ballot measures that could block California’s proposed wealth tax on billionaires. Tax Wells Fargo Advisors Recruits $410 Million Firm Strong Wealth Management News Aggregation Team Monday, October 12, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68052/wells-fargo-advisors-recruits-410-million-firm-strong-wealth-management The multi-generational team includes brothers Andrew Strong and Jonathan Strong, along with Christian Strong, Andrew’s son. Retail Banking Global Finance Names The Safest Banks In Western Europe 2026 News Aggregation Team Friday, October 09, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68042/global-finance-names-the-safest-banks-in-western-europe-2026 The top 10 safest banks in Western Europe this year are, once again, the top ten safest banks in the world, and the 2026 list is identifcal to 2025. Retail Banking BMO taps Mastercard for embedded commercial virtual card payments News Team Friday, October 02, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/67986/bmo-taps-mastercard-for-embedded-commercial-virtual-card-payments Through this expansion, BMO becomes the first Mastercard issuer in Canada to offer an integrated embedded finance and payment experience by virtual card within participating platform integrations. Retail Banking FNB Receives Multiple Awards for Workplace Culture and Financial Performance News Team Thursday, October 01, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/67974/fnb-receives-multiple-awards-for-workplace-culture-and-financial-performance Bank Earns Honors from Forbes, Newsweek and the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Retail Banking Bank of America Launches Payments Insights for CashPro Clients News Team Tuesday, September 29, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/67953/bank-of-america-launches-payments-insights-for-cashpro-clients New Capability Within the AI-Powered CashPro Data Intelligence Suite Helps Treasury Teams Turn Data into Actionable Insights Retail Banking $744 Million Wells Fargo Team Joins &Partners in Missouri News Aggregation Team Friday, September 25, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/67931/744-million-wells-fargo-team-joins-ampamppartners-in-missouri The group is led by Patrick C. Rowland and Jacob A. Sullivan and includes advisors Jesse E. Dale and Lauren Kane, as well as four support staff. Retail Banking Two CIBC Leaders Recognized Among WXN's Top 100 Most Powerful Women News Team Friday, September 11, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/67818/two-cibc-leaders-recognized-among-wxnamp039s-top-100-most-powerful-women As a long-standing WXN Partner, CIBC remains committed to fostering an inclusive environment where women can thrive and lead at every level. Retail Banking Billions in Iranian Funds Continue to Flow Through US Banks News Aggregation Team Tuesday, September 08, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/67784/billions-in-iranian-funds-continue-to-flow-through-us-banks Correspondent banking network allows Iran continued dollar-systems access Retail Banking First Citizens Bank Completes Branch Acquisition, Expanding Presence Across the Midwest, Great Plains and West News Team Tuesday, September 08, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/67785/first-citizens-bank-completes-branch-acquisition-expanding-presence-across-the-midwest-great-plains-and-west New First Citizens Bank clients will continue working with the local bankers and teams they know Retail Banking Royal Bank of Canada unifies global transaction banking business News Aggregation Team Friday, August 28, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/67713/royal-bank-of-canada-unifies-global-transaction-banking-business New co-leadership unifies RBC’s transaction banking capabilities across the bank to serve clients seamlessly across borders Retail Banking How countries in the Caribbean are planning to finance their climate action News Team Friday, October 09, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/68041/how-countries-in-the-caribbean-are-planning-to-finance-their-climate-action Caribbean countries are not waiting for a windfall - here are 6 innovative steps they are taking to finance their ambitious climate goals Planet SOS ESG adoption among US wealth managers varies widely, report reveals News Aggregation Team Monday, July 13, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/67283/esg-adoption-among-us-wealth-managers-varies-widely-report-reveals New data shows a stark divide in values-driven investing across wealth channels. Planet SOS California SB 253 emissions reporting deadlines are approaching News Team Tuesday, May 19, 2026 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/66847/california-sb-253-emissions-reporting-deadlines-are-approaching For many organisations, the immediate challenge will be establishing reliable emissions inventories capable of supporting regulatory disclosure and future assurance requirements. Planet SOS Citi Appointed as Depositary Bank for Siemens Energy AG’s ADR Program News Team Monday, February 02, 2026 12:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/65980/citi-appointed-as-depositary-bank-for-siemens-energy-agamprsquos-adr-program Our deep capital markets expertise and extensive global network enable us to facilitate seamless access to global capital markets for issuers like Siemens Energy. Planet SOS Advisors warm up to emerging energy plays in client portfolios News Aggregation Team Friday, November 21, 2025 12:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/65447/advisors-warm-up-to-emerging-energy-plays-in-client-portfolios Wealth managers say AI and other new technologies are changing the way they invest in energy in client portfolios. Planet SOS HSBC Joins Wall Street-Led Exodus From Net-Zero Alliance News Aggregation Team Monday, July 14, 2025 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/64319/hsbc-joins-wall-street-led-exodus-from-net-zero-alliance HSBC’s exit comes on the heels of a trend where several major Wall Street banks are stepping back from climate initiatives. Planet SOS Latin American banking is reinventing itself with a focus on sustainability News Aggregation Team Monday, June 23, 2025 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/64136/latin-american-banking-is-reinventing-itself-with-a-focus-on-sustainability One of the areas where Latin American banking has made the most progress has been in the development of Environmental and Social Risk Management Systems (ESRMS). Planet SOS Banks boost fossil fuel financing for the first time since 2021 News Aggregation Team Wednesday, June 18, 2025 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/64092/banks-boost-fossil-fuel-financing-for-the-first-time-since-2021 JP Morgan Chase remains the largest fossil fuel financier in the world for yet another year Planet SOS The beginning of climate change pushback? News Team Thursday, May 08, 2025 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/63748/the-beginning-of-climate-change-pushback Ultimately, implementation will be the defining factor on the lasting impacts of Trump’s policy agenda. Planet SOS Canada Banks Keep Climate Pledges as Rival RBC Drops Targets News Aggregation Team Thursday, May 08, 2025 1:00 am http://americas.managersofwealth.com/article/63753/canada-banks-keep-climate-pledges-as-rival-rbc-drops-targets Canada’s biggest bank abandoned its pledge on that front in its latest sustainability report, pointing to changes to the country’s Competition Act that restrict the kinds of environmental claims firms can make. Planet SOS