Changing world for private client services

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The UK market for private client stockbrokers has changed with mergers such as that between Greig Middleton and Gerrard Vivian Gray. This merger creates the UK's biggest private client stockbroker. Meanwhile, Rathbones has acquired Neilson Cobbold and Laurence Keen, and Albert E Sharp has acquired Brown Shipley's broking activities. Private banking has also been affected by changes such as the end of Coutts and Co's hierarchical structure and the consolidation of operations inside Barclays Private bank.

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In search of new markets

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United Kingdom private banks are in a good positionto expand abroad, esecially in emerging markets. Brazil is benefiting from an economic revival, with inflation more controlled. Eastern and central Europe also provide opportunities for private banks, though risks may be high in some localities. Investment management expertise is important for clients as well as price and service. Technical support is available for banks based in London, England.

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Private banks seek personal touch

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Trends affecting the British private banking market, and the importance of brands and reputation are examined in detail.

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