Anthony Thomson Unveils New Global Bank for Family Offices and the Ultra-Rich

Family Offices Bank is the new international banking venture from Anthony Thomson, founder of Metro Bank and Atom Bank. This initiative aims to address the needs of ultra high-net-worth individuals and family offices seeking more personalized and tech-driven private banking services.

The venture, currently Family Offices Bank, is aiming to launch in late 2026 and will cater to wealthy individuals and investment groups who are seeking more personalised financial services. The venture will also combine advanced AI, cutting-edge digital banking technology, and dedicated relationship management.

To fund the initiative, Thomson plans to raise £500 million over five years, with an initial target of £100 million in the first fundraising round launched this week. Investment will be sought exclusively from family offices and high-net-worth individuals, who will also form the bank’s client base; and investors will collectively own the bank, entitling them to dividends in profitable years and the assurance that the bank will not be listed or sold.

The bank is still awaiting regulatory approval and is in discussions with authorities in Jersey, Singapore, and the United Arab Emirates as it considers its global headquarters. A decision on location is expected later this year.

With the Family Offices Bank aiming to serve a niche global clientele, this move marks the start of a new era in digital transformation and innovation in ultra high-net-worth banking.