UBS files for US national banking license to expand American presence

Published 27/10/2025, 16:02
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Investing.com -- UBS has filed an application for a national banking license in the United States, the Swiss bank announced Monday, marking a significant step in its growth strategy for the American market.

In a staff memo, Rob Karofsky, President of UBS Americas, and Michael Camacho, Head of UBS Global Wealth Management US, confirmed the bank had submitted its application for a National Bank Charter for UBS Bank USA.

The initiative is part of the bank’s long-term strategy to strengthen its position as a premier global wealth manager in the United States and invest in areas that will drive growth, according to the memo.

UBS anticipates receiving approval in 2026, subject to regulatory discretion. If granted, UBS would become the first Swiss bank to obtain a national bank charter in the US.

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