Managers of Wealth

High earners are feeling the pain of wealth creep—and it’s leading to a new tradeoff in their spending

It’s selective spending: bargain hunting for groceries or household goods and then really choosing to drop a pretty penny on a five-star hotel or a Michelin restaurant.

Thailand emerges as a new Asian hub for global wealth and luxury

This influx of global capital is fuelling strong demand and price growth in the country's high-end property market, particularly for branded residences and wellness-oriented homes.

Multi-million-pound stamp duty bills prompting super-prime renovation boom

Overseas buyers can face charge of more than 18 per cent of a property’s value when purchasing a high-value home in the UK

Scale, Stability and Solutions: UBP’s EAM proposition in a more complex global market

Within this structure, the EAM division represents a significant and growing business line, working with more than 200 counterparties globally and overseeing approximately CHF 23 billion in assets.

Budget-driven tax changes spur young wealthy Britons to double down on smarter financial planning

In response to changes announced in the 2025 Autumn Budget and broader tax changes, this younger demographic is acting far more quickly than their older counterparts.

2026 Spring Economic Update: An overview of key measures that may impact you

We analyze the Spring Economic Update and summarize some of the income tax measures and programs that may affect Canadians and their families.

The US consumer still has some gas left in the tank

US consumers have been hit by a succession of price shocks post-pandemic: an inflationary spike that peaked in mid-2022, then tariff-related goods price rises.

Ludivine and Chloé - Two paths, one shared ambition: Empowering women to take action

Chloé Pelle moves effortlessly between the rugby sevens fields, where she competed at the highest international level, and her role as a cybersecurity engineer at Societe Generale..

An Imperative for Growth

Global Asset Management Report 2026

Is there a perfect time to enter the equity market?

Changeable equity markets can feel unnerving but, over a longer time horizon, staying invested matters much more than trying to time the market to perfection.

How the Middle East war is boosting family offices, private banking in Hong Kong and Asia

Conflict prompts rich investors to diversify, boosting Hong Kong’s role as a hub for family offices and private banking

Baby boomers have now ‘gobbled up’ nearly one-third of America’s wealth share, and they’re leaving Gen Z and millennials behind

That chunk of change is an outsize share compared to other generations.

CEOs of Swiss companies are taking a step back.

The votes on the sustainability report indicate a gradual shift away from a purely formalistic approach to compliance.

Competition promotes free offers for personal accounts

The number of banks offering fee-free accounts

Singapore leads Southeast Asia in ultra-rich population

The annual publication, now in its 20th year, offers global insights into wealth, real estate, luxury, and investment trends.

Strong UK savings culture – but persistent investment gap

Research by the campaign reveals around seven million adults in the UK hold at least £10,000 in cash savings.

The CEO of a $24 billion Dutch lender has sandwiches once a week with the staff to hear their views and get them on side with cost cuts

Last November, the bank announced a plan to increase return on equity to at least 12%, while keeping its cost/income ratio below 55%.

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