Zürcher Kantonalbank (ZKB) is restructuring to create a dedicated “Private Clients” unit for clients with assets up to one million francs, effective November. Susanne Thellung, currently CEO of Schwyzer Kantonalbank, will lead this new unit, enhancing service delivery and strategic focus. The reorganization aims to clarify divisions among Private Clients, Private Banking, Corporate Clients, and Institutional/Multinationals, while also transferring commercial clients to the Corporate Clients unit.
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read moreUBS Reduces Stake in Numarics Amid Baselland-KB Merger Plans
UBS has strategically reduced its stake in Numarics by facilitating a merger with Basellandschaftliche Kantonalbank’s Radicant subsidiary, allowing the big bank to distance itself from potential risks. UBS invested around 10 million in Numarics, which is recognized for digitizing the fiduciary sector, but concerns about conflicts of interest have arisen following the involvement of former UBS executive Johannes Minho. The merger is expected to finalize, shifting the risk from Zurich to Liestal, the headquarters of Baselland-KB.
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read moreBasellandschaftliche Kantonalbank joins Asset Management Association Switzerland
Basellandschaftliche Kantonalbank (BLKB) has joined the Asset Management Association Switzerland (AMAS), increasing the number of cantonal bank members to nine. This move highlights the growing importance of asset management for Swiss banks, with BLKB expanding its income through collective capital investments and a range of 14 funds. The bank aims to influence the regulatory framework as part of its commitment to responsible asset management.
read moreZKB Faces Ongoing IT Issues and Leadership Criticism Amid Customer Data Scandal
Zürcher Kantonalbank (ZKB) is facing significant IT challenges, including a recent e-banking crash that left customers unable to log in. The bank has been plagued by outages and a troubling incident involving stolen customer data linked to a former employee. Criticism is directed at Daniel Previdoli, head of Products and Services, for his perceived lack of digital transformation expertise, which insiders believe contributes to ongoing issues within the bank’s operations.
read moreChallenges Facing John Häfelfinger and the Future of Basellandschaftliche Kantonalbank
John Häfelfinger faces potential upheaval at Basellandschaftliche Kantonalbank (BLKB) as a local initiative seeks to revert the bank to its traditional savings and mortgage model, challenging his leadership. Critics highlight costly decisions, including a significant loss from a Swissquote package and a failed neobank project, Radicant, which has yet to secure a merger with Numerics. Despite these challenges, BLKB’s media office claims there is no loss of trust, citing a recent survey naming it the best bank for private customers in Northwestern Switzerland.
read moreFintech Struggles Highlight Need for Patience and Long-Term Strategy
Fintechs Helvengo and Coop Finance+ have recently ceased operations due to lack of investor support, with Coop’s app failing to impress users and offering redundant features. In contrast, while Inyova and Radicant explore unique offerings, their long-term viability remains uncertain. Success in the financial sector requires significant staying power, as exemplified by Swissquote, which has seen substantial growth since its inception in 1999.
read moreRetailer’s Finance App Flops: Coop Pulls Plug After Weak Demand
Coop Finance+ app, launched as a digital finance portal, is being pulled out after less than a year due to low demand and competition in the financial sector. The app faced criticism for registration issues, limited functionality, and a fee structure, highlighting the challenges of launching successful digital banking solutions. Despite being backed by a well-known brand, the app’s failure raises skepticism about new financial apps and their longevity in the market.
read moreBLKB’s Subsidiary Write-Off Impacts Half-Year Earnings, Strategic Investments Backed
BLKB’s half-year profits were impacted by write-offs for its subsidiaries, particularly Radicant Bank, which faced a challenging market environment. Despite this, BLKB’s overall interest and commission income increased, with total assets reaching almost CHF 34 billion. The bank remains optimistic about its strategic investments, including celebrating its 160th anniversary, but expects a slightly lower financial result for the full year.
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