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UBS Group AG (NYSE: UBS) is a global wealth manager and the leading universal bank in Switzerland, and its news flow reflects this broad financial footprint. Company news releases highlight UBS Global Wealth Management activities, including recognition of advisor teams that serve sophisticated, ultra-high-net-worth individuals, families, family offices, endowments and foundations across major US markets and other regions.
Investors following UBS news can expect regular updates on wealth management teams, market leadership appointments and organizational changes within the Group Executive Board and Board of Directors. Recent announcements have covered the appointment of new financial advisors and market executives in US offices, leadership changes in technology, operations, compliance and governance, and the nomination of senior executives to board roles.
UBS also issues regulatory and capital markets news. Filings and media releases describe cash tender offers for outstanding notes, reference yields and total consideration for debt securities, and coupon payments on exchange-traded notes such as the ETRACS Alerian MLP Index ETN Series B. These items are relevant for investors tracking UBS’s funding profile and capital structure.
In addition, UBS communicates on regulatory developments in Switzerland, including consultations on amendments to the Banking Act and Capital Adequacy Ordinance and their potential impact on capital requirements for foreign subsidiaries and other balance sheet items. The firm also reports on integration progress following the acquisition of Credit Suisse, including client migrations and reductions in Non-core and Legacy risk-weighted assets.
Because UBS operates in more than 50 markets and combines wealth management, universal banking, asset management and investment banking, its news covers a wide spectrum of topics. Readers who monitor this page can review official UBS announcements, regulatory disclosures and corporate developments that may influence their understanding of the UBS stock and its strategic direction.
UBS Wealth Management USA announced that The Rosegarten/Rubin Financial Group, an advisor team in their 299 Park Avenue office, has been named to the Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams and Forbes Top Wealth Advisors lists for 2024. Founded over 30 years ago by David Rosegarten and Miles Rubin, the team is known for providing expert financial advice to prominent executives, business owners, corporations, and non-profit organizations.
The team specializes in total portfolio planning, focusing on long-term asset growth, fixed income strategy, retirement planning, asset allocation, and risk management. Both David and Miles have been recognized individually on the Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors list for several consecutive years. The Forbes/SHOOK Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams list for 2024 includes over 4,100 teams managing approximately $5.1 trillion in client assets.
UBS Private Wealth Management has announced the addition of the Reynolds, Grindel & Hall Wealth Management Group to its Tampa, FL office. Led by Managing Director Greg Kadet, the team includes Financial Advisors Jeffrey Reynolds, David Grindel, and Jeremy Hall, bringing nearly 70 years of combined industry experience. They specialize in comprehensive financial planning and personalized wealth management strategies.
Jeffrey Reynolds, with over 30 years of experience, focuses on multi-generational wealth management and community involvement, serving on various boards. David Grindel, a Certified Financial Planner™ with 20 years of experience, prioritizes long-term financial planning and community service. Jeremy Hall, also a Certified Financial Planner™, specializes in estate planning, retirement strategies, and insurance needs. This team joins UBS from Morgan Stanley.
UBS Private Wealth Management USA has announced the hiring of Joshua Cummins as a Private Wealth Advisor in their Westlake Village office. Cummins, who brings over 25 years of experience and is a Chartered Financial Analyst, joins from Merrill Lynch. His team, managing over $1.1 billion in client assets, will focus on ultra-high-net-worth clients, including corporate executives and individuals in the entertainment industry. Cummins has been recognized in Forbes' Best-in-State Wealth Advisors (2023) and Wealth Management Teams (2024). This move is part of UBS’s strategy to enhance its private wealth capabilities in the Los Angeles area, under the leadership of Market Executive Lauren Gorsche and Market Director Kate Daniels.
UBS Wealth Management USA has announced that David Schachter, a Financial Advisor in the firm's Los Angeles Market, has been named to the Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors list for 2024. Schachter, recognized for his dedication to clients in the entertainment industry, provides investment advice to top artists, songwriters, producers, directors, digital talent, and executives in Hollywood. Schachter holds the Athletes and Entertainers Consultant designation at UBS, meeting specific criteria for experience and commitment. The Forbes rating, determined by Shook Research, is based on data from a 12-month period ending June of the prior year.
UBS has completed the merger of UBS Switzerland AG and Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG. As a result, Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG has been deregistered and UBS Switzerland AG has taken over all its rights and obligations. This merger is a significant step in integrating the two entities, facilitating the migration of Credit Suisse clients and operations to the UBS platform. Clients will continue to use existing Credit Suisse tools for an interim period. The migration of client transactions is set for 2025 and will be gradual. André Helfenstein, CEO of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, will leave the bank post-merger. UBS aims to provide comprehensive services and support to its clients during this transition.
UBS Private Wealth Management's The Matthews Group has earned prestigious spots in Barron's 2024 Top 250 Private Wealth Management Teams and Forbes 2024 Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams. Additionally, the team was recognized in the Forbes 2023 America’s Top Wealth Management Teams - Private Wealth list. The Matthews Group, led by Michael Matthews and a 19-member team, manages over $2.3 billion in client investable assets, providing tailored financial advice to ultra-high net worth clients. Their expertise, combined with UBS’s extensive resources, aims to enhance clients' financial well-being. Rankings are based on factors such as team size, regulatory records, credentials, and available resources.
UBS Wealth Management USA has appointed Ryann Kilgore as Market Executive for the Greater New England Wealth Management Market. Ryann, who brings nearly 20 years of wealth management experience, will be based in Hartford, Connecticut. Her role involves overseeing financial advisors and market leadership in New York State, Coastal New England, Northern New England, and Western Pennsylvania. She will also be responsible for business expansion, recruiting new advisors, and coaching team members to maximize performance.
Ryann joined UBS in 2021 and previously served as Market Director for Coastal New England Offices. Her career began in 2005 at JPMorgan, where she held various leadership roles over 17 years. Ryann holds a Master's Degree in Human Resources and Organizational Development and an MBA from Eastern Michigan University. She is passionate about advisor and client service, and her experience is expected to drive growth in the New England Market.
UBS AG announced the Payment at Maturity for the UBS AG FI Enhanced Large Cap Growth ETNs due June 19, 2024, with an expected adjusted maturity date of June 20, 2024. The ETNs, trading under ticker FBGX, will have a Payment at Maturity of $939.5829. The last trading day is June 18, 2024, with a maximum cap of 245,000 ETNs outstanding. UBS Securities may continue trading and making markets for the ETNs, but suspension of new issuances could affect their market value and liquidity. Investors purchasing ETNs above the indicative value may incur losses if held until maturity.
UBS Wealth Management USA has appointed Cy Aleman as the Market Director for Oregon, part of the Pacific Northwest Market. Based in Portland, Aleman will lead financial advisors and support staff across several Oregon offices. His duties include expanding UBS's business in Oregon, recruiting new advisors, and enhancing team performance. Ryan Rozniakowski, Market Executive for the Pacific Northwest Market, praised Aleman for his dedication and impactful leadership. Aleman joins UBS from Amundi US, where he served as Divisional Sales Manager for the Western Division. He holds a bachelor's degree in political science from the University of Oregon.
UBS has announced the addition of The Adams Group, led by financial advisor Mariam Adams, to its team. The Adams Group manages over $170 million in client assets and includes Client Service Associate Albert Ortiz. Known for serving clients from diverse backgrounds, with a focus on LGBTQ+ individuals and their families, the team will operate from New York City within UBS’s Philadelphia D.C. Wealth Management Market. Mariam Adams, who brings nearly a decade of wealth management experience from Merrill Lynch, specializes in financial planning, investment management, inheritances, estate planning, and charitable giving. Her extensive background includes board positions with several LGBTQ+ organizations. Market Executive Julie Fox expressed confidence that UBS’s platform will enhance the team’s ability to serve clients. This move follows UBS’s recent investments in market expansion, including new office spaces and hires.