NatWest and Barclays to Launch Rival Bids for £2bn Evelyn Partners
ByAinvest
Thursday, Feb 5, 2026 7:05 am ET1min read
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NatWest and Barclays are reportedly preparing rival bids for Evelyn Partners, a £2bn UK-based asset management firm. The move comes as the two banks seek to expand their presence in the UK's financial services sector. The acquisition would give NatWest and Barclays a foothold in the UK's asset management industry, which has been growing rapidly in recent years. The deal is expected to be worth around £2bn.

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