Managers of Wealth

Seven Ways Geo-economics is Changing the Global Economy

The world is witnessing a rise in geo-economics, where the main global battlefield is economic rather than military

Will Bitcoin Ever Be Minted by the Bank of England?

According to the discussion paper, although the digital currency remains volatile, the blockchain technology is promising

Why middle-aged men in banking are experiencing accelerated obsolescence and what to do about it

The aftermath required radical restructurings of balance sheets and org charts.

How Lombard Odier’s Steady Approach Is Paying Off

Lombard Odier's conservative investment strategy has proven to be popular with Asia's ultra affluent, who are increasingly looking to protect and preserve their wealth

Banks and accountants in the firing line by George Bull, Baker Tilly

Faced with the furore over the alleged involvement by HSBC in alleged tax evasion, politicians have been falling over themselves to propose a clampdown.

The Ticking Bond Bomb by Justin Urquhart Stewart

For those willing to believe Signor Draghi with his statement of "doing whatever it takes" to support and save the Euro, bonds proved to be a well-judged investment. Throughout 2014, yields continued to fall.

Twenty years on, is Nick Leeson really sorry for breaking the bank?

Nick Leeson was the original rogue trader, bringing down Britain's oldest bank, Barings, and going on the run.

Crispin Odey on debt, deflation and downturn predictions

After reaping the benefits of world trade we are about to harvest some of the pain, argues one of the UK’s most experienced hedge fund managers

The Pitfalls of Peer to Peer Lending

One of the unintended yet positive outcomes of the Internet is the development of disintermediation.

Are you now or have you ever been…? Andrew Hubbard, Baker Tilly

The hysteria provoked by the recent HSBC data theft brings to mind some of the excesses of the McCarthy era. Yes, there is a real debate to be had, but in such a febrile atmosphere, individuals, businesses and UK plc could all be caught in the crossfire.

The sea change in private banking: Why HSBC is right about the industry

THE HSBC revelations have been coming thick and fast this past week, and the bank has had to go so far as to apologise for its previous behaviour.

Why Oil Prices Must Go Up by James Stafford

It may be difficult to look beyond the current pricing environment for oil, but the depletion of low-cost reserves and the increasing inability to find major new discoveries ensures a future of expensive oil.

Incremental Improvement vs. Business Transformation

The title reads like a loaded question, but there’s actually nothing wrong with incremental improvement – look no further than the Japanese car industry.

Bankers can help save the Earth

Financial markets serve two crucial purposes: to channel savings towards productive investments, and to enable individuals and businesses to manage risks through diversification and insurance.

Many Swiss investors are questioning the value proposition of hedge funds

There is a well-known transition among investors in hedge funds between high-net-worth individuals and institutional investors

'A Postcard from India' by Craig Botham, Schroders

India eagerly awaits evidence of reform

Most Business Owners Are Missing Significant Personal Wealth Enhancement Opportunities

Wealth enhancement is the process of using advanced planning strategies to mitigate taxes resulting in greater personal wealth creation

The Politics of Business by Justin Urquhart Stewart

I know I am supposed to be writing about this week - but last week I had some great fun in being invited to the British Chambers of Commerce annual conference with over 1,000 people attending.

The Year of the Goat – an auspicious year for the markets ahead? - Euromoney

The last two years of the goat were 1991-1992 and 2003-2004, when markets returned 31.0% and 46.0% respectively, an average of 38.5%. This is second only to the year of the Rooster (1993-1994 and 2005-2006), where returns averaged 50.1%.

Suddenly, expats in the US have little to bank on

European expats working in the US are suddenly finding banks in their home countries are closing their securities accounts because of new laws introduced by Washington to curb overseas tax evasion.

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