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Zawya
7 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
Dubai's Hoxton Wealth completes Infinity Financial Solutions acquisition, company's assets under management hits AED12bln
Dubai-headquartered international wealth managers Hoxton Wealth has completed the acquisition of Infinity Financial Solutions, a leading provider of expat financial services with multiple offices across Asia. The acquisition is Hoxton Wealth's first in Asia and its largest to date, presenting a major landmark in Hoxton's growing international footprint - providing the business with an established, regulated presence in Asian markets. Acquiring Infinity, which was founded in 2004, will add $300 million (AED 1.1 billion) in assets under management (AUM) to Hoxton's rapidly-growing portfolio, taking its total AUM to $3.3 billon (AED 12.1 billion). For individual clients, Infinity offers the internationally-mobile advice that maximises investments, pensions, savings and trusts, in addition to international banking and insurance. Its corporate division helps companies with a range of services, such as establishing employee benefits, including group pension schemes and employee medical cover. Infinity also assists its commercial clients with company formation, corporate insurance and risk management. In June, Hoxton Wealth achieved regulatory approval from the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), giving it freedom to operate in the Dubai International Finance Centre (DIFC). Hoxton Wealth's CEO, Chris Ball explains: 'So far, our acquisition strategy has focused on the UK domestic market, with the objective of growing our footprint and supporting existing business in the country. A lot of our clients are UK expats, so a strong presence in the UK builds confidence among those with ties to the country. 'Branching out across Asia is a huge step for us. We are very excited to begin connecting with new clients and partners in a region where we did not previously have a huge presence, but which has an undoubtable opportunity for significant growth. 'For me, the next place we would love to start acquiring businesses is the US - it is a golden market. 'The last year has seen our AUM double and while a significant proportion of that has been through our ambitious acquisition strategy, the vast majority has been a result of organic growth, underpinned by the determination of our team. Trevor Keidan, Managing Director of Infinity Financial Solutions adds: 'We are delighted to have agreed the acquisition of the company by Hoxton Wealth. We believe this will further strengthen our presence in the Asia region, ultimately providing significant enhancements to our offering and providing clients with additional services from the experienced in-house team at Hoxton Wealth. 'Hoxton Wealth has invested significantly in technology, enabling it to provide traditional financial planning powered by cutting edge tech and we are very excited to launch these services to Infinity clients.' Oliver Gorman, Revenue Director at Hoxton Wealth, who spent 10 years working in Malaysia before joining the business in 2024 said: 'Infinity has built an exceptional business, that's a credit to its leadership - and entire team. The decision by the partners to sell to Hoxton wasn't just a strategic one it was about ensuring their clients and staff are part of something with real long-term vision. 'This is about more than expansion, it's about alignment. Hoxton Wealth is home to a truly international advisory team, with advisors from the UK, France, China, Japan, and beyond. With this acquisition, we're strengthening our presence in key Asian markets and continuing our mission to deliver world class, fully regulated financial planning no matter where our clients are in the world.' Hoxton Wealth's client base currently stands at 7000 individuals, with over 300 staff working at key offices in the UAE, UK, USA, Australia, South Africa, Mexico and Cyprus.
Cision Canada
24-07-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
AtkinsRéalis appointed in UK to deliver Anglian Water's biggest ever investment program Français
MONTREAL, July 24, 2025 /CNW/ - AtkinsRéalis Group Inc. (TSX: ATRL), a world-class engineering services and nuclear company with offices around the globe, has been appointed program delivery partner in a £1 billion agreement to deliver Anglian Water Services' biggest ever investment program over the next 15 years, including the delivery of two new reservoirs in the East of England. AtkinsRéalis will support Anglian Water Services, a major UK water company, in a joint venture with Mace Group and Turner & Townsend, which is set to last until 2040, covering the water company's entire investment program. As part of the joint venture, AtkinsRéalis, Mace Group and Turner & Townsend will provide full multidisciplinary services and integrate with internal teams to oversee pipelines including major projects and maintenance schemes, as part of a more customer and cost-efficient approach. Anglian Water Services is the largest water and water recycling company in England and Wales by geographic area 1 and the JV is set to deliver a full scope of work from strategic resource projects to network upgrades and asset maintenance, environmental and climate resilience and two new reservoirs in the Fens and Lincolnshire. "The agreement with Anglian Water Services is one of the largest contracts of its type to date 2 in the UK water sector. We have a wealth of industry expertise to draw on within the region, and globally, thanks to our leading position in the water market over recent years," said Ian L. Edwards, President and CEO of AtkinsRéalis. "The provision of a secure, resilient and clean water supply is central to both economic growth and the sustainability of our environment - as program delivery partner we are well placed to support Anglian Water Services in realizing that ambition." The program delivery partnership is being launched to meet the expected increase in demand on water supply in the East of England where Anglian Water Services provides water and water recycling services to almost seven million people 3. The region's population is set to grow by more than 700,000 people by 2043 4 requiring a wide-ranging program of infrastructure and environmental upgrades to support this expansion. "This is a transformative period of record investment 5 in the UK water sector. Working at the forefront of asset management and infrastructure upgrades, we are well positioned with market leading capabilities and experience to deliver this ambitious investment program with our JV partners," said Chris Ball, President for UK & Ireland, AtkinsRéalis. "We put collaboration at the heart of our bid for the program delivery partner role and that will continue to be a guiding principle as we embrace this unique opportunity to work across Anglian Water Services' entire, wide-ranging capital investment program and help deliver improved services for their customers for generations to come." About AtkinsRéalis Created by the integration of long-standing organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear company dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. We create sustainable solutions that connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. We deploy global capabilities locally to our clients and deliver unique end-to-end services across the whole life cycle of an asset including consulting, advisory & environmental services, intelligent networks & cybersecurity, design & engineering, procurement, project & construction management, operations & maintenance, decommissioning and capital. The breadth and depth of our capabilities are delivered to clients in strategic sectors such as Engineering Services, Nuclear and Capital. News and information are available at or follow us on LinkedIn. Forward-Looking Statements References in this press release to the "Company", "AtkinsRéalis", "we", us" and "our" mean, as the context may require, AtkinsRéalis Group Inc. or all or some of its subsidiaries or joint arrangements or associates. 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Zawya
25-06-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Hoxton Wealth achieves DIFC authorisation
Dubai-headquartered international wealth managers, Hoxton Wealth has achieved regulatory approval from the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), giving it freedom to operate in the Dubai International Finance Centre (DIFC). DIFC is widely accepted as the leading financial hub in the Middle East North Africa (MENA) region, where it is home to 7,000 active companies. Of these, around 1,000 operate in the financial services ecosystem. Chris Ball, Hoxton Wealth CEO explains: 'DIFC is a hugely powerful and influential financial centre that we are very proud to have joined. It operates within a rulebook that aligns with our company values and our client proposition. "We see great value in the DIFC infrastructure where we will continue to work closely with existing partners and build new relationships. 'Hoxton has ambitious growth plans in the region and the DIFC provides the perfect launchpad for this." Hoxton Wealth, which was founded by Chris Ball in 2018 has 300 staff worldwide. The wealthtech-powered international advisory specialises in addressing the specific financial challenges faced by expatriates, providing expert guidance globally. Chris adds: 'Across the last 20 or so years, DIFC has built an incredible environment to do business in. It has been designed for growth, something that I like to think we are proof of. We are really excited to explore the opportunities that this license brings." In February 2025, DIFC announced the combined revenues for its companies in 2024 reached AED 1.78bn / $484 million. DIFC now includes 27 of the world's 29 global systemically important banks (G-SIBs), eight of the 10 pre-eminent global money managers, five of the highest ranked insurance brokers, and five of the top 10 interdealer brokers by volume. At the end of 2024, the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) regulated or supervised more than 900 entities.
Zawya
13-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Hoxton Wealth launches new app experience to empower financial control
Hoxton Wealth, the Dubai-based international financial advisory firm, has launched two major upgrades to its fast-growing wealth app: a redesigned onboarding journey and a fully personalised dashboard — both designed to help users take control of their financial lives more easily, right from the start. These updates are part of Hoxton's ongoing commitment to creating a simpler, smarter, and more user-focused experience. Whether users are existing clients or exploring the platform for the first time, the changes aim to deliver faster value and deeper engagement. 'Our mission has always been to give people clarity and confidence in their financial decisions,' said Chris Ball, CEO of Hoxton Wealth. 'These improvements are all about reducing friction and putting users in control — guided by what we've heard directly from them.' The updated onboarding helps users understand what the app can do for them and tailors the journey based on their profile. For Hoxton clients, that means a more pre-loaded, personalised setup; for non-clients, a smoother introduction and easier first steps to start tracking their wealth. The redesigned dashboard makes day-to-day financial management more intuitive, bringing key insights to the surface and guiding users on what to do next. With better visuals, new shortcuts, and smarter personalisation, the app is now even more aligned with how people actually manage their money. Launched just over a year ago, the Hoxton Wealth App is a free platform that brings together every part of a user's financial life — across currencies, asset types, and geographies — into one clear, accessible place. Key features include: • A full view of your financial life in one place, from assets to liabilities • Connections to over 14,000 financial institutions worldwide via open banking • Real-time tracking across currencies, geographies, and asset types • A personalised watchlist so users can focus on what matters most • A powerful planning tool — Wealth Flow — that helps users project future income needs based on their financial goals and current assets All data is fully encrypted, and only users have access to their information. The app is available on both mobile and web and users can download it in Apple Store or Play Store. As Hoxton Wealth approaches 10,000 users, these updates mark another step in building a more empowering, globally minded wealth experience for all.
Zawya
01-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Hoxton Wealth sets out financial planning strategies for global expats in Qatar
Over 70% of expats living in Qatar, surveyed at a recent educational event held in Doha by international financial advisory and wealth management firm Hoxton Wealth, admitted that they did not know how their current assets would be taxed based on their future residence. When surveyed at the event, 57% of attendees said that their financial priority for being in Qatar was to accumulate wealth, 28% to plan for their retirement and 14% to make income-generating investments, yet only 35% said that they had a financial plan. 'The financial landscape for expats in Qatar is very attractive,' says Chris Ball, CEO of Hoxton Wealth. 'There are no income tax obligations, no capital gains or dividends tax, access to global financial markets and, typically, inflated salaries and bonus packages. There are limited structured employee pension plans, and often a gratuity on leaving employment But there are a series of common mistakes that expats make. These include holding assets in the wrong structures; failing to set up a structured pension plan like in their home country; underestimating inheritance tax exposure or future tax implications on their existing assets; currency risk exposure; and holding substantial amounts of capital in local banks. We're here to help them avoid those mistakes.' Attendees were asked where they planned to retire: 21% said the UK, a similar number said Europe, 14% said Asia and the majority elsewhere. More than two-thirds of attendees said they currently held assets in two or more different jurisdictions. The seminar, which educated on specific financial planning considerations for those in the UK, the US and in Europe, also looked into UK inheritance tax exposure as a Middle East resident; how individuals returning to the UK after a period of at least ten consecutive tax years of non-UK residence can claim UK tax relief on foreign income and gains that accrue during their first 4 years of UK residence, known as the FIG regime, and the role of Discounted Gift Trusts.
