About us

One home for wealth and investment management

W1M is a leading international wealth and investment management firm, formed in 2024 through the merger of Waverton Investment Management Group Limited and London and Capital Group Limited.

£22bn
Assets under management
5
Global offices
132
Wealth and investment professionals
c.350
Employees
3
Authorised and regulated by 3 authorities: FCA, SEC & CNMV
£22bn
Assets under management
5
Global offices
132
Wealth and investment professionals
c.350
Employees
3
Authorised and regulated by 3 authorities: FCA, SEC & CNMV
£22bn
Assets under management
5
Global offices
132
Wealth and investment professionals
c.350
Employees
3
Authorised and regulated by 3 authorities: FCA, SEC & CNMV
£22bn
Assets under management
5
Global offices
132
Wealth and investment professionals
c.350
Employees
3
Authorised and regulated by 3 authorities: FCA, SEC & CNMV
£22bn
Assets under management
5
Global offices
132
Wealth and investment professionals
c.350
Employees
3
Authorised and regulated by 3 authorities: FCA, SEC & CNMV
£22bn
Assets under management
5
Global offices
132
Wealth and investment professionals
c.350
Employees
3
Authorised and regulated by 3 authorities: FCA, SEC & CNMV
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Our story

With £22 billion in assets under management (AUM) and a team of c.350 professionals, W1M specialises in working with high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals and families, charities, and institutions.

The firm offers an extensive range of services, including cross-border advisory and planning expertise, institutional-quality investment management, and comprehensive global tax and consolidated portfolio reporting, designed to meet the evolving complexities of wealth and investment management, including addressing international and intergenerational needs.

Beyond its direct client relationships, W1M also maintains a longstanding partnership with Independent Financial Advisers, providing access to its market-leading investment solutions.

Our history

1986
London & Capital founded. Waverton founded as JOHIM.
2001
JOHIM acquired by the Credit Suisse Group
2013
JOHIM name changed to Waverton following sale to Somers Ltd
2015
London & Capital opened Barbados office
2021
Waverton completed acquisition of Cornerstone Asset Management
2022
Lovell Minnick Partners acquired a majority stake in London & Capital. London & Capital Europe launched with an office in Barcelona.
2023
London & Capital acquired institutional investment team from Charles Taylor IM
2024
London & Capital and Waverton announced  merger
2025
London & Capital and Waverton consolidate brands under a new name, W1M
1986
London & Capital founded. Waverton founded as JOHIM.
2001
JOHIM acquired by the Credit Suisse Group
2013
JOHIM name changed to Waverton following sale to Somers Ltd
2015
London & Capital opened Barbados office
2021
Waverton completed acquisition of Cornerstone Asset Management
2022
Lovell Minnick Partners acquired a majority stake in London & Capital. London & Capital Europe launched with an office in Barcelona.
2023
London & Capital acquired institutional investment team from Charles Taylor IM
2024
London & Capital and Waverton announced  merger
2025
London & Capital and Waverton consolidate brands under a new name, W1M
1986
London & Capital founded. Waverton founded as JOHIM.
2001
JOHIM acquired by the Credit Suisse Group
2013
JOHIM name changed to Waverton following sale to Somers Ltd
2015
London & Capital opened Barbados office
2021
Waverton completed acquisition of Cornerstone Asset Management
2022
Lovell Minnick Partners acquired a majority stake in London & Capital. London & Capital Europe launched with an office in Barcelona.
2023
London & Capital acquired institutional investment team from Charles Taylor IM
2024
London & Capital and Waverton announced  merger
2025
London & Capital and Waverton consolidate brands under a new name, W1M
1986
London & Capital founded. Waverton founded as JOHIM.
2001
JOHIM acquired by the Credit Suisse Group
2013
JOHIM name changed to Waverton following sale to Somers Ltd
2015
London & Capital opened Barbados office
2021
Waverton completed acquisition of Cornerstone Asset Management
2022
Lovell Minnick Partners acquired a majority stake in London & Capital. London & Capital Europe launched with an office in Barcelona.
2023
London & Capital acquired institutional investment team from Charles Taylor IM
2024
London & Capital and Waverton announced  merger
2025
London & Capital and Waverton consolidate brands under a new name, W1M

Why W1M

Why W1M
We are dedicated to creating positive outcomes for our clients.
Service

Clients come first in everything we do. Our size and approach allow us to offer a truly personal service, and a close collaboration with both clients and their advisers. This is independently verified via external market recognition.

Experience

Our team is led by seasoned investment professionals and includes a diverse group of experts with a deep understanding of the factors influencing investment portfolios. We offer a wide range of solutions backed by specialists in key asset classes, ensuring seamless navigation through the complexities of wealth structuring and tax compliance.

Investment philosophy

Global, Active, Direct. Our investment process has stood the test of time through different market conditions and business cycles. We demonstrate strong risk-adjusted returns across all asset classes and risk profiles.

International

We have extensive experience in dealing with international clients with complex financial landscapes, including US connected clients, ensuring the most relevant and effective guidance. We are registered with the FCA, SEC and CNMV.

Value

Our focus on constructing portfolios, which are predominantly directly invested rather than through third-party funds, enables us to be fully transparent on costs and ensures the total cost of investing is competitive.

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