Deep-seated reforms to banks’ fee models are needed if they are to make money in the long-term, and these must benefit the client

The big global brands are targeting Asia’s growth, but competition from local rivals mean they will not have things all their own way

High net worth individuals fled from hedge funds during the financial crisis, but there are some signs of money starting to come back

It is hard to find true levels of innovation in the products offered up by leading wealth management groups, which risks alienating clients

Private banks have to develop business models that are advice-led and put the client first, and not go back to pushing products

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A pattern is emerging of retail banks recommending internal products to their customers, but there is still room for the independents

Senior wealth managers agree that private banking business models have to evolve, but there is no one-size-fits-all way forward