Advising private clients, families and institutions with global diversification and overseas investment opportunities
Created in 2007 to help US and Canadian investors diversify their portfolios, Pictet North America Advisors has been helping private clients and family offices build their businesses, protect, grow and manage their wealth and preserve it for future generations.
Recognized as a Swiss leading investment advisor
Clients come to Pictet North America Advisors (PNAA) for the attention, time, and expertise our teams give them. They appreciate the difference it makes to work with an independent firm aligned around their interests, with no pressures from external shareholders.
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International diversification – a different perspective
An internationally diversified investment strategy requires an advisor with a global outlook and an in-depth understanding of markets around the world and of the trends shaping the international economy.
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Security – ingredients for peace of mind
A business model focused on protecting and increasing your wealth; a well-capitalized institution; a proven track record in looking after your assets; an approach that is suitably risk-averse.
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Investment and Planning – a financial map for your life
Successful investment starts with a well-structured plan. Understanding your objectives helps your advisor fine-tune your portfolio with assets that balance your needs. Begin with a sound plan and decide your investment approach. Whether hands-on or hands-off, benefit from the wisdom of the world’s experienced asset managers.
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Our experts
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Philippe Kuster
Team Leader - Relationship Manager
Philippe Kuster is a Senior Relationship Manager and Team Head at Pictet North America Advisors, covering the US West Coast book of clients. He joined Pictet North America in Geneva on 1 February 2011.
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René Elste
Team Leader - Relationship Manager
René Elste joined Pictet North America Advisors in 2016 and oversees the U.S. East Coast team and Zurich office. Before that he was head of wealth management and senior client relationship manager at UBS-SFA from 2005 to 2016.
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Part of the Pictet Group
Founded in 1805, our parent company has a worldwide presence and a global perspective, and retains the characteristics that served clients over two centuries.
The most important of these are the continuity and independence created by a partnership of owner-managers who are responsible for the strategic management and oversight of the Group.
Since its foundation, Pictet Group has focused solely on managing the wealth of private individuals, families and institutional investors. It does not engage in any form of investment banking, and nor does it extend any commercial loans.
Financial solidity is a core pillar supporting the Pictet Group’s longevity, stability and reputation as well as the security the Group can provide for client assets, counterparties and employees.
Pictet Group consolidated figures are as follows:
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825BN USDAssets under management or custody*
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24.5PercentTotal capital ratio**
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212PercentLiquidity coverage ratio**
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5500+Full-time equivalent employees
*Figures as of 31 March 2025
** Figures as of 31 December 2024
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