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Custodian Banks: Beyond the Brand
Where trust is built on speed, not just a name In the world of independent wealth management, a quiet shift
September 23, 2025
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Your Clients Are Ageing. Is Your Business?
Wealth doesn’t disappear – but relationships do, if you wait too long. Trust is the foundation of wealth management –
September 18, 2025
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The Mensch
Why real understanding beats automation in wealth management In a world increasingly driven by automation and efficiency, one essential question
September 16, 2025
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Vontobel Summit 2025 in Davos – More than a Conference, a True Experience
Some events are good. A few are great. And then there are those rare occasions that truly inspire – the
September 7, 2025
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The 5 Swiss Cantons Independent Wealth Managers Flock To – and Why
When launching an independent wealth management firm, the question isn’t “where do I want to live?” – “Where does my
September 2, 2025
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UK Non-Dom Abolition Triggers Global Wealth Relocation
Introduction The United Kingdom’s decision to abolish its long-standing non-domiciled (“non-dom”) tax regime has triggered a new wave of wealth
August 31, 2025
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UHNWI Services in Switzerland – Wealth Management for Ultra High Net Worth Individuals
Ultra High Net Worth Individuals (UHNWI) – defined as individuals with assets exceeding USD 30 million – require a sophisticated,
August 25, 2025
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The Swiss wealth management landscape is evolving
The Swiss wealth management landscape is evolving. Independent wealth managers have a rare opportunity to shape the next chapter —
July 29, 2025
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Platzreife in Switzerland
The Ultimate Golf Licence for Private Bankers In Switzerland, obtaining the Platzreife golf licence is more than a sporting formality—it
July 26, 2025
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Swiss Wealth Landscape: What Comes After Credit Suisse?
When a giant like Credit Suisse disappears, it’s not just a brand that vanishes – it’s an institution that helped
July 25, 2025
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TER is Just the Tip of the Iceberg
TER Is Just the Tip of the Iceberg 🎯 The Total Expense Ratio (TER) is often the primary metric used
July 22, 2025
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Why Independent Wealth Managers Spike
The founding years of today’s FINMA-licensed independent wealth managers show clear waves. These spikes aren’t by chance—they reflect moments of
July 18, 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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