Dynasties unite - Rockefellers and Rothschilds

Two of the best-known business dynasties in Europe and the US will come together after listed investment trust and Rockefeller Financial Services agreed to form a strategic partnership.

RIT Capital Partners is to buy a 37 per cent stake in the Rockefeller's wealth advisory and asset management group for an undisclosed sum, giving Lord Rothschilds London-listed trust a much sought-after foothold in the US.

The transatlantic union brings together David Rockefeller, 96, and Lord Rothschild, 76 two family patriarchs whose personal relationship spans five decades ... READ MORE

Released by the Financial Times - 29 May 2012