I'm reading this news about NatWest buying Evelyn Partners Wealth Manager and I gotta say, it's a big deal
! They're basically investing £2.7 billion in this UK wealth manager to tap into the high-net-worth market. It's like, they want to be one of those fancy private banks that cater to millionaires
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It makes sense though, because Evelyn Partners has a solid client base with £69 billion under management. And NatWest already has Coutts private banking division, so it's like a natural fit. Plus, Paul Thwaite thinks it'll drive 20% revenue growth from fees - that's a big number
.
But some analysts are skeptical about the deal, saying the economics don't quite add up. Like, Shore Capital's Gary Greenwood is all "cautious" and stuff
. I get it, deal with £2.7 billion, you gotta make sure it's worth it in the long run.
Anyway, NatWest's been on a growth spurt lately, what with buying that residential mortgage book from Metro Bank
. So fingers crossed this Evelyn Partners deal works out for them! 
It makes sense though, because Evelyn Partners has a solid client base with £69 billion under management. And NatWest already has Coutts private banking division, so it's like a natural fit. Plus, Paul Thwaite thinks it'll drive 20% revenue growth from fees - that's a big number
But some analysts are skeptical about the deal, saying the economics don't quite add up. Like, Shore Capital's Gary Greenwood is all "cautious" and stuff
Anyway, NatWest's been on a growth spurt lately, what with buying that residential mortgage book from Metro Bank