M&T/Wilmington Trust CIO Tony Roth Announces Retirement

Leads Wilmington Trust's Investment Advisory team and author of its signature annual thought leadership piece -- the "Capital Markets Forecast"

BUFFALO, N.Y., May 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- M&T Bank and Wilmington Trust Chief Investment Officer, Anthony "Tony" Roth, announced today that he plans to retire from the organization, effective December 31, 2026.

Roth joined Wilmington Trust in 2014 as CIO and was named to the post for parent company M&T Bank in late 2025. In his years at the organization, he has built a seasoned asset management team defined by differentiated investment solutions, dedication to portfolio performance and thought leadership, and an unwavering commitment to delivering skillful service to clients.

"Over the many years we have worked together at M&T, I have deeply appreciated Tony's leadership, partnership and lasting impact," said M&T Bank Chairman and CEO René Jones. "As he begins his retirement, I want to thank him for his significant contributions to our clients and our organization, and to wish him continued success in his next chapter."

Roth has created and championed Wilmington Trust's investment philosophy and approach – providing strategic leadership across the investment process, economic and market communications and asset management. Under his leadership, the company has strengthened its ability to navigate complex markets while keeping focused on clients' long-term financial goals.

A graduate of Brown University, Roth earned his JD from Harvard University Law School. He also completed a graduate tax law program at the Sorbonne in Paris before starting his career at Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton, the international law firm. He moved from law to wealth management, working at firms including Sanford C. Bernstein, Bear Stearns, UBS and J.P. Morgan. He also spent several years running a large NYC family office.

Roth is a widely recognized and trusted voice in the investment industry, representing Wilmington Trust with clarity and credibility. He has routinely appeared on CNBC, Bloomberg TV and Bloomberg Radio, and across the financial press. Roth has also been a regular guest lecturer at several major universities -- including Columbia and Stanford.

His broad expertise spans the economy and financial markets, and he has a strong grounding in both global and geopolitical issues. This has especially been seen in Wilmington Trust's signature piece of annual thought leadership – "Capital Markets Forecast" – which he created and authored every year.

"Knowing Tony, the next chapter of his life is going to be equally exciting and worth watching. Please join me in thanking him for the critical contributions he has made to the business and wishing him well," said Lisa Roberts, Head of Wealth Management at Wilmington Trust.

M&T has launched a search for Roth's successor. He will remain in his post up to his retirement date and will play an important role in supporting a smooth transition.

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