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British fintech firm Icon Solutions, a pioneer in payment systems, has recently attracted attention from UBS, which has joined a funding round that also includes existing investors Citi and NatWest. This significant investment, announced in a press release on…
Migros Bank is making waves with its newly appointed Head of Corporate Clients. As of September 2025, Stephan Hässig, a seasoned professional with nearly two decades at UBS, will step into this pivotal role on the Executive Board. The Transition of Leadership…
Today marks a pivotal moment for UBS as the Swiss Federal Council is set to unveil its stance on capital requirements for systemically important banks. For UBS, the outlook is likely grim, but this narrative is far from over. Capital Requirements: A…
A recent study has delved into the digital transformation of Swiss retail banks, shedding light on their efforts to enhance digital services. For yet another year, Switzerland’s last major bank, UBS, has maintained its position at the top of the…
Novum Capital Partners has ventured into Zurich, marking a significant expansion of its independent multi-family office framework in Switzerland’s leading wealth management center. The Geneva-based wealth manager, recently crowned “Best Wealth Manager in…
In an exciting development for the financial services landscape in Switzerland, former UBS executives are joining the dynamic team at Lumen Capital, an independent asset management firm based in Zurich. This move signifies Lumen Capital’s ambitious growth…
Swiss wealth management powerhouse UBS is gearing up to make a significant move by opening a new office in Abu Dhabi. This expansion, announced at the Qatar Economic Forum in Doha and reported by Bloomberg, underscores the growing allure of the Middle East…
The trend of diversifying booking centers among the ultra-wealthy is gaining momentum, with an increasing number of family offices eyeing the Middle East as a prime destination. According to Benjamin Cavalli, head of strategic clients at UBS Global Wealth…
UBS is doubling down on the Gulf region and plans to open a new branch in Abu Dhabi. Written by Gérard Al-Fil, Dubai Switzerland’s largest bank is set to elevate its footprint in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) with an exciting new branch in Abu Dhabi,…
Swiss banking giant UBS is set to unveil a transformative change within its wealth management division, entrusting a former Credit Suisse executive with leading a newly established unit. This exciting development was revealed through an internal memo shared…
On Tuesday, UBS announced a dynamic new partnership with US-based General Atlantic, aimed at transforming the private credit landscape. This strategic collaboration is set to provide clients with enhanced access to direct financing and innovative funding…
The Wolfsberg estate, a pivotal site in the history of Swiss banking, stands as a testament to a visionary approach towards merging education with the elevated standards of banking excellence. Established amidst social upheaval in the 1970s, this historical…
Swiss Banking Giant Highlights Potential for Global Crisis In its latest earnings report for the first quarter, UBS has underscored the growing uncertainties in the macroeconomic landscape, particularly as tensions escalate in the ongoing trade war. The bank…
UBS Resolves Credit Suisse Tax Investigation with $510 Million Settlement The U.S. Department of Justice has concluded its protracted investigation into Credit Suisse’s tax practices, resulting in a settlement considerably lower than initial projections. In a…
UBS starts the year with robust financial performance, signaling successful early-stage integration of Credit Suisse. Swiss banking giant UBS has kicked off 2025 with an impressive net profit of $1.7 billion for the first quarter, driven by a substantial…
Wary of the potential for the escalating trade war to materially destabilize the macro environment, UBS has revised its assessment of possible downside scenarios, including the risk of a global crisis. In the first quarter earnings report of UBS, the Swiss…
