Managers of Wealth Americas

US risk transfer market finally opens up

The loans stay on balance sheet, but the bank can then claim capital relief against the portfolio, as the investor bears any unexpected losses.

US private equity firms pivoting investment focus towards Latin America, says Auxadi study

Growing interest in Latin America among private equity investors reflects a widely held view that cross-border deal flow will continue to grow in popularity.

BlackRock smashes profit estimates as assets reach a record almost $10 trillion

The investment titan racked up $81bn total net inflows in the second quarter of the year, driven by higher investments across its funds, with exchange-traded funds (ETFs) remaining the most popular.

Apollo and Figure to Collaborate on Blockchain-Enabled Initiatives

Collaboration to Drive the Transformation of Fund Management Through the Use of Provenance Blockchain

Citigroup to Exit Venezuela With Agreement to Sell Unit to BNC

A few years ago, dealings with the nation’s central bank left Citigroup facing the prospect of having to sell gold that had been posted as collateral for a swap agreement.

Wealth management veteran strikes out on his own with mFORCE

So Bruce founded mFORCE Capital, an independent firm that is part of Sanctuary Wealth.

PGIM strengthens alternatives offering with agreement to acquire Montana Capital Partners

European private equity secondaries manager will further enhance PGIM’s existing $253 billion alternatives platform.

Crestbridge and British Venture Capital Association roundtable discussion on venture debt growth and innovative applications of the model

But what are the factors driving this activity? Alex Di Santo, chairing the event, gave a rundown of the key points.

Historic trend reverses as ETF fees head higher

Price war had caused a long period of decline, but that may now be coming to an end

Firms turn to roll-ups to find instant growth

Strategy employed to bypass paying high prices to purchase portfolio companies

FLC Credit Partners Provides Loan Facility to Spouting Rock Asset Management

Loan facility marks inaugural investment for FLC Credit Partners and positions Spouting Rock Asset Management for strategic growth

BMO Expands Grant Program for Women-Owned Businesses Across North America

This is an opportunity to remove barriers for women-owned businesses and to help those already leading positive change in their communities to grow the good.

Wall St awaits historic surge in corporate America’s earnings

S&P 500 profits are forecast to have jumped more than 60% in the second quarter

Wakefield financial adviser wins mortgage broker of the year at ceremony

A Wakefield-based financial and mortgage adviser has been crowned mortgage broker of the year at an awards ceremony.

US Bank acquires PFM’s asset management business

These services complement US Bank’s current book of business and we’re thrilled to have the opportunity to increase our presence nationally and solidify US Bank’s position as a leading provider of investment solutions.

Cascades and Flinks Form Strategic Partnership

Collaboration will provide financial services firms with best-in-class retirement income planning experience

Innovative investment firm i80 Group expands Apex Group mandate

Apex will provide i80 Group with a comprehensive range of loan administration services to support these transactions from initial set up to maturity.

Genstar Capital to acquire majority stake in Foreside Financial Group from Lovell Minnick Partners

The Company is led by Chief Executive Officer Richard Berthy and President David Whitaker, who will remain shareholders and continue in their current management roles.

Franklin Templeton Partners with vWise to Deliver Personalized Investment Solutions to Defined Contribution Participants

In addition, Mary Beth Glotzbach, Senior Institutional DC Strategist for Franklin Templeton, has been named to the vWise board.

First Republic Bank Declares Dividends on Three Series of Perpetual Preferred Stock

The Series K Preferred Stock dividend is payable on July 30, 2021, to shareholders of record as of July 16, 2021.

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