Managers of Wealth

Diary of a Fund Manager- All in- 4.5.2021

For the record, equities ended the week mixed with this side of the Atlantic doing slightly better than over there, bonds edged fractionally higher, gold was down and the US dollar unchanged.

Facing Extinction – What African Banking Needs to Learn from Rhino Conservation

The helicopter pilot in this scenario requires just the minimum data needed to guide his path, maintaining a top-down view of what is happening and precisely where to go.

DBS may stay hungry for acquisitions in quest to dominate Asia banking: Analysts

Snagging chunks of businesses from his former employer would help Gupta expand DBS' footprint in Asia and build its defenses against neobank challengers in his home market, which still accounts for more than two-thirds of the bank's earnings.

Here’s how much money you need to be considered super rich in South Africa

This issue is exacerbated by the fact that global wealth is typically pegged to the US dollar, and South Africa’s billionaire rankings can plunge overnight based on fluctuating exchange rates.

Creating a community of climate-conscious consumers

Eshita founded By Rotation as a “side-hustle” while working as an investment analyst at a hedge fund.

It Ain’t Over ‘Til It’s Over

This first quarter earnings season, the S&P 500 with 302 of 500 companies having reported, has so far seen profits up 50.56% on the back of an 11.3% increase in revenues.

Are We Too Smart to Win?

High IQ Might Obscure Your Competitive Advantage

Why a Credit Suisse deal is a real steal for a UK bank

If it is corporate high jinks that you want, Credit Suisse has it in spades

Rich Americans Fleeing Tax Hikes May Turbocharge Shift to ETFs

Wealthy face doubling of capital-gains rate under Biden plan

Credit Suisse Chairman Seeks Cultural Revamp

António Horta-Osório reiterated his commitment to revamping Credit Suisse in an issued statement with a focus on a key component at the bank: culture.

Get Active!

The outdoors beckons and it’s time for sports watches to come out and play.

Digital seduction of Apac wealth clients

The Covid-19 pandemic has been the catalyst for more digital technology use in the region and will lead to permanent changes in investors’ behaviour.

This is what high-end offices will look like after the pandemic

Office designers say clients now want restaurant-style seating, better lighting and a 'university campus' atmosphere

From the Retail Trading Frenzy to Growing ESG Trends, What Will be in Proxy Season 2021?

New survey from Broadridge unearths the sentiments of newer and younger retail investors

Edward Guinness: ‘We are very cautious on M&A as a way to add value’

Guinness AM CEO on the evolution of the business and its fund range, and harnessing the potential of technology

The psychology of reopening the office: A leader's guide

Fear, resentment, favouritism, generational rifts and logistical headaches are all possible consequences of hybrid working managed badly - but the opportunities are immense.

Speculation on Wealth Tax Could Contribute to Further Emigration of South Africa's Wealthy

Similarly, experts at the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg have suggested establishing a progressive wealth tax for those earning above 3.6 million rand which accounts for 354,000 high-earners in the country.

Apple – An Apple a day keeps the pandemic away

iPhone sales rose from $29bn to $47.9bn, while Mac and iPad sales were up 70.1% and 78.7% to $9.1bn and $7.8bn respectively.

The Growth In Big Data by Quilter Cheviot

There is an incredible array of data available to be bought for a price.

Risk management and lessons learned from GameStop

Regardless of whether you are an individual or a large mutual fund, knowing if you have a “GameStop Candidate” in your portfolio is critical.

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