5h
Italy’s certificate volumes reach all time high
More than 60% of sales volumes was invested in capital protection products.
6h
8AM partners with Idad to launch capital-protected model portfolio for advisers
The new product is targeted at pre-retirees, clients in drawdown and fiduciaries seeking growth without capital risk.
6h
Leonteq leverages digital infrastructure to power AMC expansion
As AMCs gain traction across Switzerland and beyond, Leonteq is positioning this product at the centre of its growth strategy aimed at leveraging digital infrastructure, systematic strategies and cross-asset integration to capture rising demand from discretionary and quantitative managers.
9h
Pimfa WealthTech and Morningstar invite fintech firms to AI challenge
The panel will assess business impact of shortlisted tools before winner’s presentation at May’s Morningstar Investment Conference the United Kingdom (UK).
9h
Mintos applies for ECB banking licence
Mintos is pursuing a banking license to expand its services, enhance control over its infrastructure, and strengthen investor trust, with approval expected in 12 to 18 months.
15h
Swiss Firmup floats regulated futures trading platform
Swiss Firmup is a regulated futures trading firm focused on transparency, supporting independent traders through structured qualification and funded accounts, trading exclusively on major exchanges.
15h
KBC Bank teams up with Crypto Finance to offer digital asset trading
As part of the collaboration, Crypto Finance will provide institutional-grade trading services and act as the principal trading counterparty by ensuring reliable execution.
15h
Germany eases market access rules for foreign market makers
Germany has revised its financial market access rules through the Financial Centre Promotion Act, removing restrictions for non-EU market makers and aiming to enhance liquidity and competition in European derivatives trading.
16 Feb 2026
ECB urges EU-wide oversight of large asset managers to reduce systemic blind spots
The regulator is calling for increased oversight of the EU’s largest asset managers, highlighting risks from their size, concentration and cross-border reach.
16 Feb 2026
Vontobel SIS unit drives steady growth despite market pressure
Swiss investment bank Vontobel has reported a steady financial performance with the structured products franchise emerging as one of the most consistent contributors to revenue growth and operating resilience.
16 Feb 2026
CoinShares taps Nordea to offer ETPs in Nordic region
The move reflects the broader trend of major European banking institutions integrating crypto products into their retail offerings, driven by regulatory clarity.
16 Feb 2026
European ETF industry tops US$3.40tn on strong start to 2026
According to ETFGI, January also saw record net inflows of US$58.67 billion, exceeding the previous January record of US$32.93 billion set in 2025.