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FORM ADV PART 2A
W1M WEALTH MANAGEMENT LIMITED
16 Babmaes Street
London
SW1Y 6AH
W1m.com
Form ADV Part 2A
INTRODUCTION
Updated: 1 July 2025
This brochure provides information about the qualifications and business practices of W1M Wealth Management
Limited.
If you have any questions about the contents of this brochure, please contact us at +44 207 396 3200 or email
Dominic.Crabb@w1m.com. You may also visit our website at www.w1m.com.
The information in this brochure has not been approved or verified by the United States Securities and Exchange
Commission or by any State securities authority. Additional information about W1M is also available on the SEC’s
website at: www.adviserinfo.sec.gov and on the Financial Conduct Authority’s website at www.fca.org.uk.
W1M Wealth Management Limited, 16 Babmaes Street, London, SW1Y 6AH
W1M Wealth Management Limited is authorised and regulated by both by the Financial Conduct Authority of 12 Endeavour Square, London E20 1JN, with firm reference number
120776 and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission of 100 F Street, NE Washington, DC 20549, with firm reference number 801-63787. Registered in England and Wales,
Company Number 02080604.
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ITEM 2: MATERIAL CHANGES
Updated: 1 July 2025
This Firm Brochure, dated July 1, 2025, reflects changes in the following areas not disclosed within the previous
other than annual updated version dated April 25, 2025:
• Item 4– Advisory Business
• Item 5– Fees and Compensation
• Item 8– Methods of Analysis; Investment Strategies and Risk of Loss
• Item 12– Brokerage Practices
• Item 13– Review of Accounts
W1M Wealth Management Limited, 16 Babmaes Street, London, SW1Y 6AH
W1M Wealth Management Limited is authorised and regulated by both by the Financial Conduct Authority of 12 Endeavour Square, London E20 1JN, with firm reference number
120776 and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission of 100 F Street, NE Washington, DC 20549, with firm reference number 801-63787. Registered in England and Wales,
Company Number 02080604.
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ITEM 3: TABLE OF CONTENTS
Item 1 – Introduction
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Item 2 – Material Changes
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Item 3 – Table of Contents
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Item 4 – Advisory Business
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Item 5 – Fees and Compensation
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Item 6 – Performance Based Fees and Side-by-Side Management
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Item 7 – Types of Clients
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Item 8 – Methods of Analysis, Investment Strategies and Risk of Loss
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Item 9 – Disciplinary Information
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Item 10 – Other Financial Industry Activities and Affiliations
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Item 11 – Code of Ethics, Participation or Interest in Client Transactions and Personal Trading
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Item 12 – Brokerage Practices
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Item 13 – Review of Accounts
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Item 14 – Client Referrals and Other Compensation
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Item 15 – Custody
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Item 16 – Investment Discretion
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Item 17 – Voting Client Securities
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Item 18 – Financial Information
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W1M Wealth Management Limited, 16 Babmaes Street, London, SW1Y 6AH
W1M Wealth Management Limited is authorised and regulated by both by the Financial Conduct Authority of 12 Endeavour Square, London E20 1JN, with firm reference number
120776 and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission of 100 F Street, NE Washington, DC 20549, with firm reference number 801-63787. Registered in England and Wales,
Company Number 02080604.
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ITEM 4: ADVISORY BUSINESS
W1M Wealth Management Limited (“We”, “Us”, W1M or the “Firm”) is a United Kingdom based wealth
management company which is a wholly owned subsidiary of London and Capital Group Limited. W1M was
incorporated in 1986. Dominic Crabb, Stephen Murphy, Guy McGlashan, David Morgan, Michael Allen, Sebastian
Dovey, Steve Chhoker and Alexandra Napier are all Directors of W1M.
W1M is a private limited company incorporated in England & Wales (Company No 02080604) and is a registered
investment adviser with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) under reference 801- 63787.
Registration with the SEC does not imply a certain level of skill or training. W1M is also authorized and regulated by
the UK Financial Conduct Authority (the “FCA”) (Firm Registration Number 120776).
W1M provides wealth advice and discretionary investment management services to a broad spectrum of clients
including those who have a connection to the United States of America (“US”). The range of clients include
individuals, family offices, corporations, pension and profit-sharing plans, pooled investment vehicles, trusts, estates,
captive insurers and charitable organizations.
In providing investment advice to its clients, W1M consults with W1M Asset Management Limited. (“W1MAM”) and
W1M Investment Management Limited (W1MIM), investment advisers located in the United Kingdom and an
affiliates of W1M, in developing investment recommendations that adhere to the intent of the client’s investment
objectives.
W1M can offer both tailored and mandate-based investment services, subject to a client’s criteria. W1M’s
investment services enable a client to invest into a risk-rated mandate, ranging from low to high risk. All of W1M’s
portfolio mandates are managed on a discretionary basis and we carefully select suitable assets relevant to the
mandate’s investment and risk strategy. W1M are cognisant of the investment restrictions applying to US
portfolios, including the taxation rules around Passive Foreign Investment Companies.
Representatives of W1M will consult with the client, and/or the client’s representatives, to obtain financial
information and other pertinent data to enable W1M to identify a strategic asset allocation plan that is consistent
with the investment objectives of the client. In all instances, sufficient information is gathered which enables us to
establish an investment strategy that considers a client’s investment objectives, attitude to risk, investment
experience and financial circumstances. Subsequently, an Investment Policy Statement (IPS) is proposed which will
act as a mutual agreement between the client and W1M regarding the circumstances, objectives and constraints
that govern how we will manage the account.
W1M regularly monitors the portfolio for performance and compliance with the IPS and will meet with the client
on a regular basis to review the account.
As of 31 December 2024, W1M managed $2.7 billion of assets on behalf of approximately 970 clients. W1M
does not manage any client assets on a nondiscretionary basis.
Dominic Crabb, Stephen Murphy, Guy McGlashan, David Morgan, Michael Allen, Sebastian Dovey, Steve Chhoker
and Alexandra Napier are all Directors of W1M.
W1M Wealth Management Limited, 16 Babmaes Street, London, SW1Y 6AH
W1M Wealth Management Limited is authorised and regulated by both by the Financial Conduct Authority of 12 Endeavour Square, London E20 1JN, with firm reference number
120776 and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission of 100 F Street, NE Washington, DC 20549, with firm reference number 801-63787. Registered in England and Wales,
Company Number 02080604.
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ITEM 5: FEES AND COMPENSATION
W1M charges most of its clients an annual investment management fee based on a percentage of the
value of the portfolios assets under management using the following schedule:
ASSETS UNDER MANAGEMENT
ANNUAL FEE
Private clients
Small Institutional clients
Large Institutional clients
0.75% to 1.50%
0.70% to 1.25%
0.50% to 1.00%
In certain circumstances some clients may be charged a fixed fee.
W1M’s management fees are generally paid quarterly, in arrears, based on the value of the account(s) as
of the close of the previous quarter, adjusted for inflows and outflows during the quarter, or unless
otherwise negotiated with the client as provided for in the management agreement. Fees will generally be
deducted directly from the Custody account pursuant to the written management agreement between
W1M and the client.
In addition to W1M’s investment management and custody fees, clients may be charged additional costs
including, but not limited to custody, execution and settlement costs and broker fees and transaction costs. The
services the Custodians provide to clients will be agreed between the client and the Custodian at the outset of
the relationship and fees will be collected directly from the client’s portfolio by the Custodian.
Fees may vary from the applicable schedule above due to particular client circumstances or as negotiated with
particular clients. W1M does not receive any revenue from commissions or other sales-based compensation.
From July 2025, the charges below will apply only to clients who have signed the updated Terms and
conditions.
ASSETS UNDER MANAGEMENT
On the first £5 million
On the next £10 million
On the next £10 million
Thereafter
ANNUAL FEE
1.00% per annum
0.90% per annum
0.80% per annum
0.70% per annum
For certain clients, management fees are generally paid quarterly, in arrears, based on the value of the account(s) as
of the close of the previous quarter, with adjustments for cash inflows and outflows during the fee period. For other
clients, management fees are paid quarterly, in arrears, based on the average daily value of the account(s) over the
previous quarter, without adjustment for interim movements in capital.
These arrangements are governed by the terms set out in the client agreement and applicable fee schedule and may
differ depending on the service model, account structure, or commercial negotiation.
Management fees will either be debited from the underlying portfolio or deducted directly from the Custody
account. These arrangements are governed by the terms set out in the client agreement and the applicable fee
schedule may differ depending on the service model, account structure, or commercial negotiation.
For certain clients, a custody fee of 0.03% per annum is charged, in arrears, based on the daily average of the value
of the portfolio’s assets under management over the previous quarter. In certain circumstances some clients may
not be charged a custody fee.
W1M Wealth Management Limited, 16 Babmaes Street, London, SW1Y 6AH
W1M Wealth Management Limited is authorised and regulated by both by the Financial Conduct Authority of 12 Endeavour Square, London E20 1JN, with firm reference number
120776 and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission of 100 F Street, NE Washington, DC 20549, with firm reference number 801-63787. Registered in England and Wales,
Company Number 02080604.
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Custody fees are debited from the underlying portfolio pursuant to the written agreement between W1M and the
client.
For certain clients, a charge of 0.1% will be applied to the value of any foreign exchange which takes place to settle a
transaction. W1M will use all endeavours to obtain the best spot foreign exchange (FX) rate for each such
transaction.
There are situations whereby additional administrative charges may apply and/or be passed onto you, such as costs
related to asset transfers or same day cash payments. For further information, please refer to your applicable fee
schedule.
These arrangements are governed by the terms set out in the client agreement and the applicable fee schedule may
differ depending on the service model, account structure, or commercial negotiation.
Advisory and/or investment management services may be terminated by either party upon
written notice in accordance with the applicable contractual notice of termination. If a client
terminates the investment management agreement with W1M in the middle of a billing period, W1M
will invoice the client for an amount that is pro-rated based on the number of days that the account
was managed.
Investment advisory/and or investment management services begin with the effective date of the
Agreement, which is the date the client signs the Investment Management Agreement.
Where relevant, clients should be aware of their responsibility to verify the accuracy of the fee calculation
submitted to the custodian, as the custodian will not determine whether the fee has been properly calculated.
Advisory fees are separate and distinct from fees and expenses charged by mutual funds, which may be
recommended to clients. A description of these fees and expenses are available in each fund’s prospectus.
In addition to W1M’s investment management and custody fees, where relevant, clients may be charged
additional costs including, but not limited to custody, execution and settlement costs and broker fees and
transaction costs. The services the Custodians provide to clients will be agreed between the client and the
Custodian at the outset of the relationship and fees will be collected directly from the client’s portfolio by the
Custodian.
Fees may vary from the applicable schedule above due to particular client circumstances or as negotiated with
particular clients. W1M does not receive any revenue from commissions or other sales-based compensation.
ITEM 6: PERFORMANCE BASED FEES AND SIDE-BY-SIDE MANAGEMENT
Some investment advisers experience conflicts of interest in connection with the side-by-side management of
accounts with different fee structures. However, these potential conflicts of interest are mitigated by W1M as it
has policies and procedures in place aiming to ensure that all client accounts are treated fairly and equitably.
W1M aims to equitably allocate investment opportunities among relevant accounts over time. In addition,
investment decisions for each account are made with specific reference to the individual needs and objectives
of the account. Accordingly, W1M may give advice or exercise investment responsibility or take other actions
for some clients (including related persons) that may differ from the advice given, or the timing and nature of
actions taken, for other clients. Investment results for different accounts, including accounts that are generally
managed in a similar style, may also differ as a result of these considerations. Some clients may not participate
at all in some investments in which other clients participate or may participate to a different degree or at a
different time.
W1M Wealth Management Limited, 16 Babmaes Street, London, SW1Y 6AH
W1M Wealth Management Limited is authorised and regulated by both by the Financial Conduct Authority of 12 Endeavour Square, London E20 1JN, with firm reference number
120776 and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission of 100 F Street, NE Washington, DC 20549, with firm reference number 801-63787. Registered in England and Wales,
Company Number 02080604.
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ITEM 7: TYPES OF CLIENTS
W1M primarily provides customized investment management services to high-net-worth individuals and
associated trusts, family investment offices, pooled investment vehicles, estates, pension and profit-
sharing plans, captive insurers and other legal entities. W1M requires a minimum account size of
$1,000,000 however the Adviser has discretion to waive the account minimum. Accounts of less than
$1,000,000 may be set up when the client and W1M anticipate that the client will add additional funds to
the account bringing the total to $1,000,000 within a reasonable time. Other exceptions will apply to
employees of W1M and their relatives, or relatives of existing clients.
The client’s chosen service and any related terms will be fully agreed at the outset of the relationship and clearly
stated in the portfolio documentation
ITEM 8: METHODS OF ANALYSIS, INVESTMENT STRATEGIES AND RISK OF LOSS
METHODS OF ANALYSIS
W1M leverages the Group’s investment governance arrangements. The Investment Asset Allocation
(AAC) Committee is responsible for formulating the firm’s overall investment policy. The primary role of
the AAC is to recommend the house position on asset allocation across all client strategies, taking into
account a range of macroeconomic data and market fundamentals to identify key risks to the global
economy and markets. The AAC meets every six weeks with a broader Asset Allocation Forum (AAF).
The AAF serves as a platform for the AAC to gather views from all of W1M’s investment professionals.
Conclusions from the AAC feed into recommendations across all investment strategies that we manage,
guiding specific short-term asset class weights. These views are immediately communicated across the
firm and respective weights are reflected in our portfolio management system to be implemented in
portfolios as appropriate.
The investment process is a combination of top-down analysis and fundamental research and is not
constrained by index benchmarks. The top-down approach is driven by the Asset Allocation Committee
whose primary role is to recommend the asset allocation policy for all client portfolios. The committee is
chaired by the CIO, Bill Dinning, and includes three senior investment professionals.
The Stock Selection Committee is responsible for maintaining and monitoring the various recommended
lists, and the committee includes four of the global team, along with broad-based regional
representation. The committee meets weekly with ad hoc meetings when required.
From the stock research process, a Global Recommended List is constructed comprising approximately
50 stocks that represent W1M’s highest conviction investment ideas globally. The list is populated
entirely from the Regional Stock Lists, generated by the specialist regional research teams.
The risk/return profile of each company is assessed both on its own merits and in a global context
before being added to the Global Recommended List. In particular, the committee looks at the relative
weighting of stocks in Regional Stock Lists to gauge the level of conviction in the idea and aims to
construct a list broadly diversified by both sector and geographic revenue, albeit the regional/sector
weightings are purely a reflection of the bottom-up fundamental stock selection.
Fixed income research is covered by a dedicated specialist team who also manage various in- house
bond funds.
W1M Wealth Management Limited, 16 Babmaes Street, London, SW1Y 6AH
W1M Wealth Management Limited is authorised and regulated by both by the Financial Conduct Authority of 12 Endeavour Square, London E20 1JN, with firm reference number
120776 and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission of 100 F Street, NE Washington, DC 20549, with firm reference number 801-63787. Registered in England and Wales,
Company Number 02080604.
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There is also a dedicated team of investment professionals covering third party fund research. The
process combines both a quantitative and qualitative approach. The quantitative screen helps narrow
the universe for a more detailed examination on which analysts can perform more qualitative
assessments. The team will meet with the relevant manager for further insight into their process and to
cross reference this dialogue with their understanding of the fund from the quantitative and qualitative
research undertaken.
W1M also has a dedicated Alternatives Team, which actively manages the Real Assets and Absolute
Return Funds, as well as recommending individual alternative securities for inclusion in the W1M
Recommended Fund List.
External research is also used, and the firm works in partnership with several external
investment/research firms not only to discover new ideas but also to review the investment thesis for
long established holdings. All research costs are absorbed by W1M.Hedging techniques may utilize
derivatives for the purposes of efficient portfolio management.
W1M primarily invests for relatively long-time horizons, often for 5 years or more. However, market
developments could cause W1M to sell securities more quickly.
INVESTMENT STRATEGIES
The risk rated mandates are typically:
Equity – Investment in global equities designed for clients with an extended time horizon who can tolerate periods
of significant volatility, and whose objective is to maximise the value of their capital by participating in the growth of
the world economy.
Growth – Investment primarily in global equities. However, there will be a greater degree of allocation to other asset
classes than in a pure equity mandate.
Balanced – For those who are comfortable with equities representing the core of the portfolio but are seeking
diversification across asset classes. Often appropriate for clients requiring a combination of income and growth.
Cautious – A medium risk mandate for clients who wish to participate in long term growth from equities but prefer a
more cautious stance than the typical “Balanced” investor. Likely to have an increased allocation to the alternative
asset class.
Defensive – A modest equity allocation for more risk averse investors. This will have a higher weighting in other
asset classes, including alternatives.
Conservative – The lowest risk mandate containing an equity allocation. A larger weight is assigned to fixed income
and alternative asset classes.
Bonds – A fixed interest mandate for those who require low risk to capital in nominal terms. May include index-
linked and cash equivalent instruments if deemed appropriate.
RISK OF LOSS FACTORS
It is important that clients understand the risks involved in investing in various instruments. All investments involve a
degree of risk to a client’s capital and/or income, but the level of risk can vary significantly. There are few investment
W1M Wealth Management Limited, 16 Babmaes Street, London, SW1Y 6AH
W1M Wealth Management Limited is authorised and regulated by both by the Financial Conduct Authority of 12 Endeavour Square, London E20 1JN, with firm reference number
120776 and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission of 100 F Street, NE Washington, DC 20549, with firm reference number 801-63787. Registered in England and Wales,
Company Number 02080604.
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products which provide total capital protection. Investors should be aware that past performance is not a reliable
indicator of future performance and that the value of any investments, as well as any income derived from those
investments can go down as well as up, and investors may get back less than the original amount invested. There are
many risk factors which can impact on a client’s investment portfolio and below is an outline of some of the major
risks which are inherent in investing into different asset class securities. This section cannot cover all risks but
is meant to act as a general guide to the most significant aspects of the risk associated with any products
and services the Firm may offer its clients
EQUITIES
If you buy shares or equity in a company, you become a member of the company and therefore
share in the financial risk of that company. Equity- based investments are subject to general risks
(political risk, interest rate risk, dividend risk, price risk, exchange rate risk, changes in the
economic or regulatory environment, tax changes) as well as risks specific to the particular
company. If a company issues a dividend, you will be entitled to receive one. However, the
dividend per share depends on the issuing company’s earnings and on its dividend policy. In cases
of low profit or losses, dividend payments may be reduced or suspended. In the event of the
company going into insolvency, your claim for recovery of your investment will rank behind various
other creditors of the business, whether secured or unsecured. The value of the equity can go
down as well as up and you may lose part or all of your capital.
Foreign Stocks - as well as the risks associated with the underlying company’s business, there are
additional risks associated with stock listed overseas, and these are covered in the section dealing with
foreign markets.
FIXED INCOME /DEBT SECURITIES
In buying fixed income/debt securities, you are, in effect, lending money to a company or
government, and you will be entitled to receive the interest payable on that security and for the
principal sum to be repaid to you at the maturity date. Interest rates may be fixed or variable. If you
buy a fixed income security, other than at issue, you may pay more than the principal sum and
therefore could suffer a reduction in the capital value on maturity or at any time you sell it before
maturity. In the event of insolvency, you will share with other creditors of the firm in a claim against
the firm’s assets. Your ranking in the order of creditors will depend on the nature of the security.
Dealing in fixed income/debt securities may involve risks such as insolvency risk, interest rate risk,
credit risk or early redemption risk. Additional risks may be associated with certain types of bonds,
such as floating rate notes, zero coupon bonds, and convertible bonds, preference bonds; for such
bonds you are advised to make enquiries about any additional risks set out in the issuing prospectus.
COLLECTIVE INVESTMENT SCHEMES
Collective investment schemes such as Mutual Funds, ETFs or Open-Ended Investment Companies
(“OEICs”), invest monies on a pooled basis in a basket of investments, which typically might
include gilts, bonds and quoted equities, but depending on the type of scheme, may also include
derivatives, real estate or any other asset. The collective investment scheme then issues shares or
units in the vehicle holding the pooled funds and investments. They allow for diversification at a
lower cost than might be achieved otherwise. However, you still remain exposed to the risks
associated with the underlying investments that the collective investment scheme makes, though
potentially to a lesser degree. A collective investment scheme that holds a number of different
W1M Wealth Management Limited, 16 Babmaes Street, London, SW1Y 6AH
W1M Wealth Management Limited is authorised and regulated by both by the Financial Conduct Authority of 12 Endeavour Square, London E20 1JN, with firm reference number
120776 and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission of 100 F Street, NE Washington, DC 20549, with firm reference number 801-63787. Registered in England and Wales,
Company Number 02080604.
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assets will spread its risk and potentially reduce the effect that a change in the value of any single
component investment will have on the overall portfolio.
EXCHANGE TRADED FUNDS
ETFs are collective investment schemes comprised of shares traded on a regulated market or designated
investment exchange. Like an index fund, an ETF can represent a basket of stocks that reflects an index
such as the S&P 500 or alternatively a commodity, currency etc. Unlike a typical collective investment
scheme (e.g. a Mutual Fund), it trades like any other company on a stock exchange. An ETF’s price
changes throughout the day, fluctuating with supply and demand. This is different from a typical
collective investment scheme that has its net-asset value (NAV) calculated at the end of each trading day.
It is important to note that while an ETF attempts to replicate the return on indices etc, there is no
guarantee that they will do so exactly. By owning an ETF, you get diversification of an index fund with the
flexibility of an equity investment. Because ETFs trade like stocks, you can purchase them in very small
quantities. The expense ratio of an ETF is often lower than that of a typical collective investment
scheme.
ALTERNATIVE INVESTMENTS (INCLUDING HEDGE FUNDS AND PRIVATE EQUITY)
Hedge funds and other private investment fund investments (“Alternative Investments”) may involve
complex tax and legal considerations and can give rise to considerable risks. They are often structured in
the form of collective investment schemes but may not be subject to the same regulatory requirements
or oversight as a regulated collective investment scheme, which is subject to certain rules, disclosures and
liquidity requirements. Sponsors or managers of alternative investments may also not be registered with
any government agency or regulatory authority.
Alternative investments often engage in leverage and other speculative investment practices, which
involve a high degree of risk. Such practices will often increase the volatility of the performance of
the alternative investment and the risk of investment loss, including the loss of the entire amount
that is invested. Interests in alternative investments are often highly illiquid as there is no public
market for such interests and are often only transferable with consent. The illiquid nature of such
investments can mean interests can be difficult to value and can render transfer (particularly within
a required timeframe) difficult. Investors in alternative investments may also have limited rights
with respect to their investment interest, including limited voting rights and participation in the
management of the alternative investment. Alternative investments will often invest in other
products or vehicles that may be highly illiquid and difficult to value. Alternative investments may not
be required to provide you with regular periodic pricing or valuation information. This may limit your
ability to redeem or transfer your investment or delay receipt of redemption proceeds. It should be
noted that alternative investments may impose significant fees and charges, including management
fees that are based upon a percentage of the realised and unrealised gains or management fees that
are set at a fixed percentage of assets under management regardless of performance returns.
INSOLVENCY
Our insolvency or default, or that of any other brokers involved in transactions undertaken by us on your
behalf, may lead to positions being liquidated or closed out without your consent. In certain
circumstances, you may not get back the actual assets which you lodged as collateral and you may have
to accept any available payments in cash. On request, we will endeavour to provide an explanation of the
W1M Wealth Management Limited, 16 Babmaes Street, London, SW1Y 6AH
W1M Wealth Management Limited is authorised and regulated by both by the Financial Conduct Authority of 12 Endeavour Square, London E20 1JN, with firm reference number
120776 and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission of 100 F Street, NE Washington, DC 20549, with firm reference number 801-63787. Registered in England and Wales,
Company Number 02080604.
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extent to which we will accept liability for any insolvency of, or default by, other firms involved in
transactions undertaken by us on your behalf
SUSPENSION OF TRADING
Under certain trading conditions it may be difficult or impossible to liquidate a position. This may
occur, for example, at times of a rapid price movement if the price rises or falls in one trading
session to such an extent that under the rules of the relevant exchange trading is suspended or
restricted. Placing a stop-loss order will not necessarily limit your losses to the intended amounts,
because market conditions may make it impossible to execute such an order at the stipulated price.
EMERGING MARKET RISK
Emerging markets can carry significantly greater risks than those typically associated with investing
in more developed markets. The nature and extent of these risks will vary from country to
country. Before making any investment in these markets, you should independently satisfy
yourself that you understand and appreciate the significance of the relevant risks, and that such
an investment is suitable for you. The list below, whilst not exhaustive, should act as a guideline of
relevant risk areas to consider: - Economic Risk;
- Market Characteristics;
- Economic Risk;
- Political Risk;
- Investment, Foreign Exchange and Repatriation Restrictions;
- Tax Risks;
- Legal Risks;
- Settlement Risk;
- Shareholder Risks;
- Accounting Practices; and
- Custody and asset servicing in new markets
FOREIGN MARKETS
Foreign markets will involve different risks from UK and US markets and non-EEA markets will involve
different risks from EEA markets. In some cases, the risks will be greater in foreign markets. On request,
we will endeavour to provide an explanation of the relevant risks and protections (if any) which will
operate in any foreign markets, including the extent to which we will accept liability for any default of a
foreign firm through whom we deal. The potential for profit or loss from transactions undertaken by us
on your behalf on foreign markets or in foreign denominated contracts will be affected by fluctuations in
foreign exchange rates
ITEM 9: DISCIPLINARY INFORMATION
W1M and its employees have never been involved in any legal or disciplinary events in the past years
that would be material to a client’s evaluation of the company or its personnel.
W1M Wealth Management Limited, 16 Babmaes Street, London, SW1Y 6AH
W1M Wealth Management Limited is authorised and regulated by both by the Financial Conduct Authority of 12 Endeavour Square, London E20 1JN, with firm reference number
120776 and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission of 100 F Street, NE Washington, DC 20549, with firm reference number 801-63787. Registered in England and Wales,
Company Number 02080604.
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ITEM 10: OTHER FINANCIAL INDUSTRY ACTIVITIES AND AFFILIATIONS
W1M is also authorized and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority in the UK.
The FCA rules also require certain persons performing a management function or undertaking a
significant influence function to be registered with it individually as Senior Manager Functions or
Certified Persons.
W1M is affiliated with W1M Asset Management Ltd. (“W1MAM”), an investment manager and a
pension consulting company located in the United Kingdom Ltd, which is also owned directly by
W1M Group Limited (formerly known as London and Capital Group Ltd). W1MAM is also authorized
and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority in the UK.
W1M is also affiliated with W1M Investment Management Ltd (W1MIM), an investment manager
located in the United Kingdom. W1MIM is also authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct
Authority in the UK.
W1M is also affiliated with Lovell Minnick Partners LLC (“LMP”), a US private equity firm and registered
investment adviser (SEC reference 801-74141).
W1M is also affiliated with London and Capital Wealth Management Europe A.V., S.A. an investment
manager authorised and supervised by the Comisión Nacional del Mercado de Valores (“CNMV”).
ITEM 11: CODE OF ETHICS, PARTICAPATION OR INTEREST IN CLIENT TRANSACTIONS
AND PERSONAL TRADING
THE CODE OF ETHICS
The following is a summary of W1M’s Code of Ethics and Personal Securities Transactions Policy (the
“Code” or “Code of Ethics”) which has been adopted in accordance with Section 204A-1 of the
Investment Advisers Act of 1940.
A full copy of the Code is available to any client or prospective client upon request and without charge.
W1M has adopted a Code of Ethics which applies to employees of the Firm and any other person
the Chief Compliance Officer (“CCO”) deems appropriate. The foundation of the Code of Ethics is
based on the underlying principles that:
• Employees must at all times place the interests of the Firm’s clients first;
• Employees must make sure that all personal securities transactions are conducted consistent with the
Code and Personal Securities Transactions Policy; and
• Employees should not take inappropriate advantage of their position at W1M All of W1M’s employees
are required to adhere to the Code of Ethics and certify their adherence to the Code upon
commencing their employment and on an annual basis thereafter.
HOLDINGS AND TRANSACTIONS REPORTING
W1M’s employees are obligated to deliver certain periodic reports to W1M’s CCO.
All W1M employees must, within 10 days of commencing employment, and at least annually,
deliver a Holdings Report to the CCO.
Holdings information must be current and be no older than 45 days prior to submission and must
also contain details of any brokerage accounts that the W1M employee has which are capable of
W1M Wealth Management Limited, 16 Babmaes Street, London, SW1Y 6AH
W1M Wealth Management Limited is authorised and regulated by both by the Financial Conduct Authority of 12 Endeavour Square, London E20 1JN, with firm reference number
120776 and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission of 100 F Street, NE Washington, DC 20549, with firm reference number 801-63787. Registered in England and Wales,
Company Number 02080604.
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holding reportable securities.
Furthermore, all W1M employees are required to deliver to the Compliance Team a detailed report
of personal transactions (covering all securities other than exempted securities) undertaken during
each calendar quarter. Information in respect of any new brokerage accounts opened during the
relevant period is also required to be disclosed.
PERSONAL TRADING
From time to time, employees (and certain related persons) may have an interest in securities which
are owned by or recommended to clients of W1M. In such circumstances, the Firm has Policies in
place to ensure that the interests of the Firm’s employees do not conflict with the obligations the
Firm owes to its clients. All employees are encouraged to discuss any concerns or potential conflicts
of interest with the Firm’s CCO.
All Access Persons must obtain pre-clearance from the CCO for all personal trades and also obtain pre-
approval from the CCO before engaging in any outside business activities or applying for an allocation
of an Initial Public Offering (“IPO”) or private placement.
CONFLICTS OF INTEREST
It is the firm’s Policy that all employees and others working on its behalf act in good faith and in the
best interests of the Firm and its clients. The Firm has Policies and Procedures in place to identify
and manage conflicts of interest.
CODE OF ETHICS VIOLATIONS
The Firm takes any violation of the Code seriously and will take relevant action where necessary.
W1M requires that all individuals must act in accordance with all applicable Federal and State
regulations governing registered investment advisory practices.
ITEM 12: BROKERAGE PRACTICES
GENERAL ARRANGEMENTS
W1M has an obligation to comply with best execution and will only deal with brokers who are able to comply.
In addition to our in-house execution trading desk, we have appointed Northern Trust Securities LLP (‘Northern
Trust’), an outsourced trade execution provider with effect from 1 July 2025, and their Order Execution Policy, under
the provision that it will operate in conjunction with W1M’s Order Execution Policy. W1M has reviewed the
execution factors and the service provided by Northern Trust with regard to their ability to consistently provide the
best results for its clients.
W1M Wealth Management Limited, 16 Babmaes Street, London, SW1Y 6AH
W1M Wealth Management Limited is authorised and regulated by both by the Financial Conduct Authority of 12 Endeavour Square, London E20 1JN, with firm reference number
120776 and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission of 100 F Street, NE Washington, DC 20549, with firm reference number 801-63787. Registered in England and Wales,
Company Number 02080604.
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THE SELECTION OF TRADING COUNTERPARTIES (IN-HOUSE TRADING DESK)
W1M utilises the trading policy, procedures and systems operated by its affiliate company LCAM and
policies and procedures ensure that all clients are treated fairly. There is no restriction on the brokers
LCAM may select to execute client transactions. In selecting brokers for transactions for these
clients, LCAM selects brokers first on their capability to obtain the best combination of price and
execution. Other factors that are considered when selecting brokers include: knowledge of
negotiated commission rates currently available, as well as other transaction costs; the nature of the
security being traded; the size of the transaction; the desired timing of the trade; the activity existing
and expected in the market for the particular security; confidentiality; execution, clearance, and
settlement capabilities and costs; and other information available at the time of execution.
If the client directs W1M to use a particular broker or dealer, it should be understood that W1M
will not have authority to negotiate commissions or obtain volume, discounts and best execution
may not be achieved. In addition, a disparity in commission charges may exist between the
commissions charged to other clients. When a client selects the broker to be used for his or her
account, the commission rates are negotiated between the client and broker. W1M will not
aggregate and will place trades on behalf of accounts subject to directed brokerage arrangements
after trading on behalf of other accounts.
Clients holding U.S. domestic W1M accounts must have the assets in those accounts maintained
in the U.S. W1M has entered into an agreement with RBC AS under which RBC AS will provide
custody of client assets, execution and other services to clients who appoint W1M as their IRA
investment manager.
Brokerage commission rates are not fixed by any authority but are subject to negotiation. Based
upon the above, in general, clients will not pay commissions higher than those obtainable from
other brokers however; it is possible that a client may pay a higher commission than is available
from other brokers. Commission rates for certain customers may be higher or lower for identical or
similar transactions, had they been executed at other broker/dealers.
BEST EXECUTION REVIEWS
W1M has an obligation to monitor the effectiveness of its order execution arrangements and Order
Execution Policy. The best execution performance of Northern Trust and in-house trading desk will be
monitored by Compliance on an ongoing basis, utilising Transaction Cost Analysis reports produced by an
independent third party.
On at least an annual basis W1M’s CCO and other senior executives evaluate the pricing and
services offered by trading counterparties with those offered by other reputable firms. W1M has
sought to make a good faith determination that chosen trading counterparties provide clients with
good services at competitive prices.
AGGREGATED TRADES
W1M Wealth Management Limited, 16 Babmaes Street, London, SW1Y 6AH
W1M Wealth Management Limited is authorised and regulated by both by the Financial Conduct Authority of 12 Endeavour Square, London E20 1JN, with firm reference number
120776 and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission of 100 F Street, NE Washington, DC 20549, with firm reference number 801-63787. Registered in England and Wales,
Company Number 02080604.
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W1M typically aggregates client trades in an effort to treat all clients fairly. Clients participating in an
aggregated order receive the same average price and incur trading costs that are the same as would be
paid if they were trading individually. If an order is partially filled, clients will have their orders filled on a
pro-rated basis. W1M will seek to complete any unfilled client orders on the next trading day.
ITEM 13: REVIEW OF ACCOUNTS
The monitoring of portfolios in the first instance is the responsibility of portfolio managers. This includes
adherence to any investment restrictions. Portfolio Manager reviews of client accounts will also be
triggered if a client changes his or her investment objectives, or if the market, political, or economic
environment changes materially.
W1M have adopted FactSet as their main performance and risk monitoring system and portfolio
managers are able to view their portfolios against stated mandates and run various risk and performance
calculations themselves. There is also a Performance Review Committee and a Firm Risk Committee
providing higher-level oversight of all firm portfolios. The Portfolio Dispersion Review Committee and
Portfolio Risk Review Committee also support the risk and performance monitoring process
Where any unusual performance or risk characteristics occur, these are escalated to senior management.
On a quarterly basis, all clients receive valuation booklets outlining their portfolio value, assets, and
performance against agreed benchmarks (if any).
Clients receive account statements on at least a quarterly basis and an annual tax pack.
ITEM 14: CLIENT REFERRALS AND OTHER COMPENSATION
W1M has entered into arrangements whereby it may compensate other persons for referring clients to W1M.
Payment for a referral does not affect the fees paid to W1M by any new clients. Each US solicitor who is paid a
referral fee agrees that such referral arrangements will conform to Rule 206(4)-3 under the Investment Advisers
Act of 1940, as amended, including that such referral arrangements is disclosed to prospective clients.
Anyone not employed with W1M will be required to provide the prospective client at the time of solicitation a
written solicitor disclosure statement which discloses, among other things, the fact that the person or
company referring the client to W1M is receiving compensation for the referral. The details to any such
arrangement will be disclosed on Form ADV when they exist.
W1M does not receive any other economic benefits from non-clients in connection with the provision of
investment advice to clients.
ITEM 15: CUSTODY
All clients’ accounts are held by unaffiliated custodians, but W1M can access many clients’ accounts though
limited Power of Attorneys it has been given. Account custodians will send statements directly to the
account owners on at least a quarterly basis. Clients should carefully review these statements and should
compare these statements to any account information provided by W1M.
W1M Wealth Management Limited, 16 Babmaes Street, London, SW1Y 6AH
W1M Wealth Management Limited is authorised and regulated by both by the Financial Conduct Authority of 12 Endeavour Square, London E20 1JN, with firm reference number
120776 and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission of 100 F Street, NE Washington, DC 20549, with firm reference number 801-63787. Registered in England and Wales,
Company Number 02080604.
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ITEM 16: INVESTMENT DISCRETION
W1M provides investment management services on either a discretionary or advisory basis.
Each of the portfolio mandates offered is managed by W1M on a discretionary management basis.
This means that the Firm will not contact clients prior to executing transactions and retains full
discretion to buy and sell securities suited to the risk strategy of the relevant mandate.
For tailored investment services, W1M offers both a discretionary and an advisory service. As outlined
above, for discretionary managed portfolios the Firm will not contact clients prior to executing
transactions and retains discretion to buy and sell securities suited to the risk strategy desired by
each client. For advisory portfolios, the Firm will contact clients when it establishes a suitable
opportunity to maximise the potential value of a portfolio, and W1M will not act until a client
confirms that they are agreeable to the proposed action.
W1M will not assume any investment management responsibility until all portfolio opening
paperwork and Anti-Money Laundering (“AML”) checks have been satisfactorily undertaken.
Furthermore, no trading activity will be undertaken until all documentation has been finalised.
Clients may ask for specific investment restrictions to be placed on the account which W1M will
adhere to when managing the portfolio.
ITEM 17: VOTING CLIENT SECURITIES
In accordance with its fiduciary duty to clients and Rule 206(4)-6 of the Investment Advisers Act,
W1M has adopted and implemented written policies and procedures governing the voting of client
securities. All proxies that W1M receives will be treated in accordance with these policies and
procedures and be processed accordingly.
W1M considers the reputation, experience, and competence of a company’s management and board
of directors when it evaluates a prospective investment. In general, W1M votes in favour of routine
corporate matters, such as the re-approval of an auditor or a change of a legal entity’s name. W1M
also generally votes in favour of compensation practices and other measures that are in-line with
industry norms, that allow companies to attract and retain key employees and directors, that reward
long-term performance, and that align the interests of management and shareholders. W1M would
supplement its evaluation of client proxies with guidance from an independent corporate
governance consulting firm (Proxy Administrator) when considered necessary.
W1M has not identified any material conflicts of interest in connection with past proxy votes. Such
a conflict could arise if, for example, a client was a senior executive with a publicly traded company
and other clients held securities issued by that company. In the absence of a specific client
instruction, if W1M identifies a material conflict of interest it will follow the voting recommendation
of a Proxy Administrator.
A copy of W1M’s proxy voting policies and procedures, as well as specific information about how
W1M has voted in the past, is available upon written request. Upon written request, clients can give
W1M instructions about how to vote their respective shares.
ITEM 18: FINANCIAL INFORMATION
A balance sheet is not required to be provided as W1M (i) does not solicit fees more than six
months in advance, (ii) does not have a financial condition that is likely to impair its ability to meet
contractual commitments to clients or (iii) has not been subject to any bankruptcy proceeding
W1M Wealth Management Limited, 16 Babmaes Street, London, SW1Y 6AH
W1M Wealth Management Limited is authorised and regulated by both by the Financial Conduct Authority of 12 Endeavour Square, London E20 1JN, with firm reference number
120776 and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission of 100 F Street, NE Washington, DC 20549, with firm reference number 801-63787. Registered in England and Wales,
Company Number 02080604.
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during the past 10 years.
W1M has never filed for bankruptcy and is not aware of any financial condition that is expected to
affect its ability to manage client accounts.
The value of investments and any income from them can fall as well as rise and neither is
guaranteed. Investors may not get back the capital they invested. Past performance is not indicative
of future performance.
This is a marketing communication and the material provided is for information only. Nothing
contained herein constitutes investment, legal or tax advice or a personal recommendation to
trade. Information is correct at the time of going to press.
The value of investments and any income from them can fall as well as rise and neither is guaranteed.
Investors may not get back the capital they invested. Past performance is not indicative of future
performance. Tax legislation can change at any time.
W1M Wealth Management Limited, 16 Babmaes Street, London, SW1Y 6AH
W1M Wealth Management Limited is authorised and regulated by both by the Financial Conduct Authority of 12 Endeavour Square, London E20 1JN, with firm reference number
120776 and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission of 100 F Street, NE Washington, DC 20549, with firm reference number 801-63787. Registered in England and Wales,
Company Number 02080604.
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