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Why Growth in Wealth Management Is Not the Same as Inflows
This article was developed based on an extended discussion with ChatGPT 5.2 (discussion mode). Executive context for finance professionals In
March 1, 2026
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What Wealth Managers Really Expect from a Custodian Bank in Switzerland
A recent LinkedIn poll prompted a revealing discussion about what truly matters when selecting a custodian bank in Switzerland. Many
January 17, 2026
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Partnership and Reliability: The Foundations of Independent Wealth Management
For independent wealth managers in Switzerland, the custodian bank partnership shapes not only operational efficiency but also reputation. The difference
January 12, 2026
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Cyprus & Wealth Management
Last week, I had the opportunity to visit my colleagues in Cyprus. What started as a straightforward business visit quickly
December 29, 2025
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Layers of Reality 2025
As the year draws to a close, 2025 leaves us with a clear reminder. Reality has layers, and each one
December 27, 2025
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How Swiss Independent Wealth Managers Compete with Global Private Banks
Independent wealth management in Switzerland has evolved from a niche to a core alternative to private banking. Once seen as
December 20, 2025
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Words from Paradeplatz: The Best EAM Desks in Switzerland 2025
This Best EAM Desk 2025 overview is an independent, non-sponsored assessment of external asset manager (EAM) desks serving independent wealth
December 8, 2025
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The Ultimate Guide to Merging Two Independent Wealth Managers
Independent wealth managers face rapid change. Regulatory pressure grows. Client expectations rise. Competition intensifies. Because of this, many firms are
December 7, 2025
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Single Family Offices — Impressive, But Playing a Different Game
Yes, Single Family Offices (SFOs) are fascinating. You work with extraordinary people, multigenerational legacies and highly sophisticated investment structures. It
December 2, 2025
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Wealth Management Insights 2026: What Today’s Clients Expect from a Modern Advisor
The world of private banking and independent advisory is changing rapidly. Clients have more information, more options and higher expectations
November 29, 2025
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The Convergence Curve in Independent Wealth Management
Independent wealth management used to sit at the edge of the industry. Today it moves towards the centre. This shift
November 24, 2025
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The Rise of Independent Wealth Management in Switzerland: 2026 Outlook
Independent wealth management in Switzerland is entering a new phase of maturity. As a result, more clients than ever are
November 23, 2025
Explore the Wealth Management Blog Archive by Year
The vapa blog has covered Swiss independent wealth management since 2021. Each annual overview summarises the year in markets and wealth management and lists every article published in it:
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