Managers of Wealth

UBS House View Monthly

We believe markets will continue to recover, see this as a good time for investors to look for opportunities, and add a number of new positions to our global tactical asset allocation.

How taipans maximize their surplus wealth

Buying schools and acquiring hospitals appear to be one of the best modes of doubling, even tripling, surplus money of the taipans.

The Puppy and Kentucky by Penny Lovell

Yes, this year’s Pugfest was certainly one of the most unique celebrations of Chinese New Year.

Investors much more focused on the growing economy and the vast improvements in earnings - Nancy Curtin, Close Brothers

If economic growth accelerates, we may see interest rates rise a little more sharply than the markets have priced in, bringing greater volatility.”

Morgan Stanley Called Out by Krawcheck Over Women’s Mobility

Only three of the people were women.

Forbes Family Trust Wins 'Best Outsourced CIO Solution'

We discussed the recent award, current investment trends, why it is smart to outsource the CIO function, and how Forbes readers should select a CIO.

Developing Leaders for the 21st Century: How Leaders can Mobilize, Execute and Transform with Agility

Accelerating performance means building and changing momentum to get results more quickly than competitors.

Tim Cook Wants You to Dump Cash

As Apple's CEO talked about the downsides of cash, he became more animated, revealing real passion about the topic.

Private Debt a Valid Asset Class for Private Banking by Gary Dugan

Private debt is a new asset class that most high net worth investors should consider for risk diversification and income generation

Costliest slices of the Big Mango

When it comes to some corners of Bangkok, sky-high land prices can be justified, granted the developer gets the product offering right.

30 cities around the world where expats earn more than $100,000 a year

The survey, released Monday, reveals the best places to live in the world to earn the highest income as an expat.

How Modern Art Serves the Rich

More art is being produced and sold than ever before, at ever higher prices.

4 Disruptive Luxury Travel Trends Shattering the Status Quo

Personal luxury market brands that “take an omni-channel, customer-centric approach will rise to the top.

The Key Trends for the Luxury Goods Industry in 2018

The overall luxury goods industry, including products and services, is worth approximately €915 billion today and will reach about €1,260 billion in 2024.

Switzerland’s stock exchange chairman calls for ‘e-franc’

Romeo Lacher says a crypto version of currency would give country a digital lead

RBS reports first profit in 10 years

RBS reports 2017 Annual Results.

PBI survey: Two-thirds of wealth managers are ready for GDPR

Some 10% of respondents told PBI their company was unprepared for GDPR.

Private Banker Critical of Asia Hiring

Private bankers from big firms aren't always aware that they will have more freedom at smaller ones

The “Big Tech” backlash - Schroders

Google also provides its Android operating system free of charge to third party device manufacturers (largely, of course, to secure its dominance in mobile search).

Champagne exports catch up with French domestic consumption as value grows

Last year was also the year that exports caught up with domestic sales: shipments abroad to places like the UK rose by 3.5% over the course of the year, amounting to 153.6 million bottles.

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