UBS Group AG - UBS STOCK NEWS

UBS Group AG will conduct its Annual General Meeting (AGM) in-person on 5 April 2023 at 10:00 am CET in Basel, after three years of online meetings. All Board members will seek re-election, and the Board proposes a cash dividend of USD 0.55 per share for 2022. Additionally, the Board suggests capital reduction through share cancellations from the 2021 repurchase program and the initiation of a new share repurchase program for 2023. The meeting agenda includes approval of financial statements, compensation reports, and amendments to company bylaws.

UBS Wealth Management USA has welcomed Financial Advisors Brian Mariash and Bart Lowther, along with their six-person team, to its Sarasota, Florida office. They manage nearly $640 million in client assets, focusing on ultra-high net worth individuals and families. The addition aims to strengthen UBS's capabilities in the growing market. Mariash, with over 15 years at Merrill Wealth Management, emphasizes education and philanthropy in his wealth management approach. Lowther, a 2010 Merrill veteran, specializes in personalized wealth preservation strategies. This strategic move is anticipated to enhance client service and expand market reach.

UBS Wealth Management USA's Endurance Artist Management team has been recognized in the 2023 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams list. The team, located in Los Angeles and led by David Schachter, provides tailored wealth management services to clients in the media and entertainment sectors. Their expertise includes addressing distinct financial needs of artists and entrepreneurs. UBS's AEC designation showcases their specialized skills in managing atypical income streams. The Forbes list features over 2,800 teams with combined assets of about $4 trillion, reflecting comprehensive evaluations by SHOOK Research.

UBS Private Wealth Management has announced that Travis Frayard, a Private Wealth Advisor in Lafayette, Louisiana, has been named to the Financial Planning Top 40 Brokers Under 40 list for 2023. This recognition highlights Frayard's dedication to providing exceptional service and investment advice to his clients. With over 15 years of experience and multiple financial certifications, he significantly contributes to UBS and manages customized investment strategies. The 2023 list represents brokers who collectively generate nearly $205 million in annual revenue and oversee $40 billion in client assets.

UBS Wealth Management USA has appointed Mike Mimick as the new Market Executive for its Midwest Market, overseeing operations across several states, including Minnesota and Nebraska. With 18 years at UBS and extensive leadership experience, Mike has proven himself as a key player in the firm’s growth in the region. His track record includes leading advisors in multiple states and receiving the Leadership Council award five times. Jennifer Povlitz, UBS Division Director, expressed confidence in Mike’s leadership, emphasizing commitment to clients and advisors in delivering comprehensive services.

UBS Investment Bank has announced coupon payments for the ETRACS Alerian MLP Index ETN Series B (NYSE Arca: AMUB). The coupon payment is scheduled for March 9, 2023, amounting to $0.2511, with a current yield of 6.74%. The record date is set for March 1, and the ex-dividend date is February 28, 2023. Investors are advised of the risks associated with ETNs, including the potential loss of principal, and are encouraged to review the prospectus for detailed financial information and risk factors.

UBS has announced that four of its Financial Advisors, Angela Calvin, Amanda Levi, Kristi Thelen, and Laura Wellon, have been recognized in the Forbes Top Women Wealth Advisors Best-In-State list 2023.

These advisors collectively manage significant assets, contributing to the impressive recognition of 1,697 women overseeing nearly $2.3 trillion.

Robert Tamarkin and Sterling Zerbe from UBS Wealth Management USA commended their dedication to delivering exceptional financial advice and service.

UBS announced that Private Wealth Advisors Rebecca Glasgow, Leslie Lauer, and Jana Lisle Parham have been recognized in the Forbes Top Women Wealth Advisors Best-In-State list for 2023. Glasgow and Lauer also made the Forbes America’s Top 100 Women Wealth Advisors list. This recognition highlights their dedication to personalized wealth management that aligns with client financial needs, as noted by Southeast Market Executive Lane Strumlauf. The Forbes/SHOOK ranking includes 1,697 women managing nearly $2.3 trillion in assets, evaluated through rigorous criteria including interviews and compliance records.