A Blog of the ZHAW Zurich University of Applied Sciences
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is starting to reshape wealth management. Not through big headlines or dramatic changes – but in quiet and more practical ways. Behind the scenes, smart algorithms are helping relationship managers (RMs) make better decisions, improve efficiency, and give clients more relevant, timely, and cost efficient financial advice. This will not be about […]
I was honored to receive the WealthBriefing Award for Outstanding Contribution to Thought Leadership, recognizing my work on the latest ZHAW Swiss Wealth Management Study 2024. This award highlights the study’s impact in providing valuable data and insights into the evolving landscape of Swiss wealth management.
The world of multi-family offices (MFOs) presents attractive opportunities for Swiss wealth management banks. Managing wealth across multiple families and generations requires tailored strategies that go beyond traditional finance. A recent article by Graziela Fortunato et al. highlights the importance of behavioral finance in redefining how wealth managers engage with MFOs, offering Swiss banks a […]
Our new study features 66 Swiss Private Banks in detail and compares their performance according to 12 well-known and transparent KPIs. This article presents the largest Swiss Private Banks by AUM.
The new “Swiss Wealth Management Study 2024” by Dr. Christoph Künzle, CFA, and Jonas Hefti from the ZHAW School of Management and Law offers a data-rich perspective on Switzerland’s wealth management industry during a transformative year.
In diesem Interview spricht Dr. Christoph Künzle, Dozent für Banking & Finance an der ZHAW School of Management and Law, mit Prof. Dr. Klaus Wellershoff, dem Mitgründer und Chairman von ZWEI Wealth, über aktuelle Entwicklungen und Herausforderungen im Schweizer Wealth Management.
In diesem Video-Interview führt Dr. Christoph Künzle, Dozent für Banking & Finance an der ZHAW School of Management and Law, ein aufschlussreiches Gespräch mit Serkan Mirza, dem CEO der Credit Exchange AG. Die Credit Exchange AG ist die führende digitale B2B-Marktplatzplattform für Hypotheken in der Schweiz und wird von renommierten Unternehmen wie der Mobiliar, PostFinance, Swisscom und weiteren starken Partnern unterstützt. Mit einem Volumen von über 3,5 Milliarden Franken an verwalteten Hypotheken spielt die Credit Exchange AG eine zentrale Rolle bei der Vernetzung von Banken, Versicherungen und Pensionskassen.
Private banks, traditionally focused on personalized services for HNWIs, face the challenge of digital transformation. This shift promises cost efficiencies, growth, and enhanced client experiences. Digitalization can streamline operations, reduce costs, and optimize resources, while also enabling growth through new digital services and global reach. Moreover, it enhances client experience by offering personalized, accessible, and secure services. However, achieving these benefits requires a comprehensive strategy that integrates cost management, innovation, and client-centric solutions. Successful digital transformation will allow private banks to enhance performance and strengthen client relationships, securing their future in a competitive landscape.
In diesem exklusiven Interview spricht Dr. Peter Raskin, CEO der Bergos Privatbank in Zürich, mit unserem Dr. Christoph Künzle, Dozent für Banking & Finance an der ZHAW.
Das Expertengespräch beleuchtet die strategischen Ausrichtungen und Herausforderungen der Bergos, einer führenden “Unternehmerbank” mit besonderen Angeboten für die NextGen. Dr. Raskin, der als Miteigentümer die operativen Geschicke der Bank führt, gibt Einblicke in die Herkunft und Ausrichtung der Bank, die Vision und deren Zielkunden und -märkte. Auch bespricht er verschiedene Aspekte und Vor- und Nachteile der digitalen Kundenberatung und äussert sich zur Zukunft des Finanzplatzes Schweiz.
Ein Muss für alle, die sich für die Zukunft des Schweizer und internationalen Private Banking interessieren!
In this interview Chris Künzle, Senior Lecturer for Banking and Finance at ZHAW, engages with Adrian Kuenzi, CEO of Union Bancaire Privée (UBP) in Zurich.
They begin by introducing Adrian Künzi and his journey to becoming CEO. Adrian then provides an overview of UBP, highlighting its USP, wealthy international clientele, and the significance of their prestigious Bahnhofstrasse 1 headquarters in Zurich.
The conversation delves deeper into private markets, discussing UBP’s broad offerings, the current client demand, especially considering the impact of rising interest rates. Adrian also explains UBP’s approach to managing offshore clients and their specific service model tailored to this demanding segment. Adrian shares insights into UBP’s strategic directions and plans for future growth, emphasizing key areas of focus. The two experts explore the attractiveness of Switzerland for new money from offshore locations, the implications of economic and geopolitical turmoil, and potential new focus markets for UBP. The interview concludes with Adrian expressing his top wish for the Swiss financial center, offering a thoughtful perspective on the future of the industry.