Managers of Wealth

Hidden GEMs: Resilience and divergence: emerging markets are forging ahead in a new era for investors

At the same time, developed markets have faced rising yields and higher volatility, blurring the traditional distinction between EM and DM risk.

How to create a legacy through philanthropy

The Barclays Private Bank data shows that a third of HNWIs of all ages expect to inherit at least £1 million, with one in 10 set to receive £5 million – the figure is one in five among those aged 18 to 34.

Property rich, pension poor: Gen X ‘sleepwalking’ into retirement shortfall

Gen X risk “sleepwalking” into weak retirements - leaning on property over pensions. Lower overall investment use and softer housing returns raise risks of falling short.

Northcote in talks to buy UK wealth manager

Fast-growing private equity firm has inked a spate of deals since raising its debut £160m fund last year

Choose your FD scheme: How public and private banks' FD rates compare for depositors

Currently, FD interest rates offered by scheduled banks range between 2.5% and 8.1% annually depending on tenure and bank category.

Why British wealth management is taking on an American accent

With a fresh wave of acquisitions by US wealth managers and private equity-backed groups, UK firms are moving into a new phase of transatlantic consolidation – and ownership change

Iceland is the world's most expensive country

No, it's not Switzerland anymore.

Rise in pension access age to 57 could leave savers in limbo

Retirement plans need to factor in Normal Minimum Pension Age increase, says partner in financial planning Gary Smith

We want to spark interest

In this interview, Patricia Isner, who designs each event, discusses the origins of the idea, the bank's role, and the feedback from participants.

Private credit’s next phase — growth under pressure

These provide liquidity solutions across a range of risk spectrums and increasingly need structuring, for example to meet insurance capital requirements.

Julius Baer's Malhotra on India exits and NRI asset rise

Despite losing its onshore CEO and a dozen senior bankers to domestic rivals, Julius Baer’s Rahul Malhotra tells Citywire the firm is in hiring mode and leveraging its 'Global Indian' strategy to capture a major surge in NRI assets

Just 7% of eligible families have switched from Self Assessment under new child benefit PAYE system

Comparing the two datasets suggests that only around 7% of those previously drawn into Self Assessment purely because of the charge have so far switched to the new PAYE system.

Six in 10 tenants say Renters’ Rights Act improves their housing protections and conditions

Renters are responding positively to reforms introduced through the Renters’ Rights Act which came into effect on 1 May 2026, with a significant increase in support since the legislation first passed.

BBH advances API‑Driven account opening connectivity with custodians

Brown Brothers Harriman today announced an expansion of its account opening API connectivity to custodians, with SEB being the first to implement the solution.

Number of Billionaires Could Soon Rise to 4'000

Knight Frank’s Wealth Report estimates that the number of ultra-high-net-worth individuals (UHNWI) worldwide could rise to nearly 4,000 by 2031.

UBS lifts S&P 500 annual forecast on robust consumer spending, AI demand

It also introduced a June 2027 target of 8,200 for the index, while retaining its "attractive" view on U.S. equities, and raised its 2026 earnings-per-share estimate to $335 from $310.

Standard Chartered to cut over 15% of roles by 2030 as AI drive expands

Chief executive Bill Winters said the changes would be felt across the bank’s global network, including hubs in Bengaluru, Shenzhen and Warsaw.

Private credit is reshaping European football finance

Josh Shipley, head of European Private Credit at PGIM, sees a need for more capital in the beautiful game

Ex-Silex quartet launch bond fund firm

BlueDot is based in Geneva and specialises in fixed income.

Wealthy women want alternatives, but why haven’t their advisors discussed it?

Brookfield finds HNW female investors are ready for alts but waiting to be led.

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