Many European banks have struggled to make headway in Asia but Mike Blake, who runs UBP’s operations in the region, is in expansionary mood

By taking the time to better understand what delights and frustrates clients, wealth managers can amplify the effects of making small changes to more effectively address larger challenges and reposition their brand accordingly

In terms of technology, Hong Kong has fallen behind both mainland China and rival Singapore. But the territory has a habit of reinventing itself

Private banks active in Asia must contend with turbulent markets and ongoing recruitment problems in their quest to forge deeper relationships with clients

BlackRock’s Emea retail boss Michael Gruener aims to deepen relationships with the firm’s biggest clients while also picking up new business from smaller banks 

Portfolio management systems have come a long way, but must continue to evolve if they are to deliver in the digital era

Much of the talk around the ongoing Brexit process ignores the importance of trade and the myriad benefits of closer relationships with neighbouring countries

Alternative investments such as private equity and hedge funds promise returns that are uncorrelated to increasingly turbulent public markets. Should those who can gain access be boosting allocations?

Large houses continue to dominate asset flows, but smaller fund managers offering appealing products are very much in demand

Private banks, which tend to feel very traditional, could learn a thing or two from the luxury sector, which has managed to make itself more relevant to millennials 

Carrying out a thorough due diligence check before taking on clients can help protect a private bank’s brand, but if a mistake is made, it is always best to admit it