Managers of Wealth

The Reason Many Ultrarich People Aren’t Satisfied With Their Wealth

At a certain point, another million dollars doesn’t make anything newly affordable. That’s when other motivations take over.

Simon Bodjanski talks Luxembourg RAIFs and Brexit’s impact on funds

Luxembourg introduced its RAIF fund regime in 2016, and the structure has proven incredibly popular with fund managers since launch. What was the thinking behind the launch and why has uptake been so enthusiastic?

Billionaires' Club: US facing challenge from Asia

The results are in and 2017 was the best year ever for the world’s billionaires.

Q&A – Luxembourg parallel structures: advantages, challenges and considerations

The final key challenge is sustainability.

Sallie Krawcheck, once the 'most powerful woman on Wall Street,' says men spooked by #MeToo should remember the lessons they learned in fourth grade

Men spooked about how to act in the workplace in the wake of the #MeToo movement should remember basic lessons from grade school, according to Ellevest CEO Sallie Krawcheck.

Unlocking Endowments: Foundations Are Stepping Up Impact Investing

The fund also hopes to become “a focal point for investors in the social sector,” said Kogiso.

U.S. Trust's Evan Beard Reveals How to be a Top Collector

Trust survey, more collectors are making art part of their wealth management strategy, and this newfound clout may be one reason why.

Top 7 challenges of doing business in Luxembourg - TMF Group

The country is a founder member of the European Union, NATO and the UN, and the city of Luxembourg is the seat of several institutions and agencies of the EU.

Where wealth managers will splash the cash in 2019

Aside from increasing investment to update internal systems, companies are looking to upgrade client-facing technology as well, with over 68% of respondents highlighting it as an area of focus.

Why Pictet A-rated trio are backing Swiss rival to outperform

The managers wrote: ‘Julius Baer is the largest listed wealth manager in Europe with a simple business model: offering advice to clients in return for an annual fee that is typically a percentae of the assets managed.

Is This The Death Of The Non-Dom? Wealthy Eschew Britain's Elite Tax Status

Though Brexit is always front-of-mind when wealthy people leave the U.K., only 23% said they were considering leaving because of Brexit.

Aquila AM head plans strategy shift for 2019

'Market-wise, it's been a challenge,' he said. 'We have been becoming a bit more constructive now.

Financial Advisors, Pay Attention to Generation X

And who will be the primary beneficiaries of that generation’s transfers? Generation X, whose members were once pegged as cynical slackers.

Study: India, Indonesia have the most digitally-advanced travellers

The Index is based on a combination of the main indicators of using technology to enhance the travel experience.

Coutts: Has Black Friday brightened the retail sector?

The rise of online represents an opportunity for retailers as well as a risk though.

Do you know how long it takes most people to break their New Year’s resolutions?

Over the past few weeks, we’ve been discussing the 5-step process you need to take your staff through, to get them to invest more for their retirement.

Poor Succession Planning Leading to High CEO Turnover

A lack of succession planning can prove costly, potentially leaving companies with few options when faced with a transition at the top.

Chinese big spenders are curbing their offshore property shopping as tougher capital controls bite

A litany of political factors are also weighing on Chinese interest in London, New York and Sydney, adding to the effect of capital curbs

Why Africa is the world's last frontier market

Six of the top 10 fastest growing economies in 2018 are African countries

Ex-Goldman Banker Channels the Hulk for Deals With Billionaires

Gerry Cardinale's RedBird Capital cultivates wealthy families.

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