Managers of Wealth

Trends, diversification and relative value in private debt

Coming into 2023, it was generally accepted that a rising-rate environment would be positive for the banking sector, as net interest margins would improve.

Award-winning Coutts debit card – a planet-friendly way to support a good cause

Our new debit card combines social and ecological inspiration and supports the Coutts Charitable Foundation.

Peter Fanconi: «Asset Managers Need to Move Fast»

Just back from a trip to Indonesia, Blue Orchard chairman Peter Fanconi spoke about how the country's economy depends on microfinancing and what the terms and conditions of these loan instruments look like.

How Partnerships Magnify the Impact of Philanthropy

Singapore’s wealth management sector can provide a blueprint for the future of philanthropy

The CLIC Chronicles: Meet Vever, the 7th generation iconic jewellery house on a sustainability mission

To the House’s traditional values of artistic innovation, French know-how, and quality craftsmanship, they are adding a commitment to sustainability and supply-chain transparency.

'Wealthy walkers' urged to pay to halt decline of Scotland’s eroding mountain paths

The problem has soared in the wake of the pandemic, as increased numbers of walkers sought solace in the beauty of the Scottish hills and mountains.

Credit Suisse Research Institute publishes third study exploring the success of small countries

The latest study updates the theoretical framework from previous editions to define small countries and expands its sample size to include all 193 UN member states.

Ex-Leonteq CEO Starts Lifestyle and Wellness Community

As often happens, a change can open up new opportunities, which in Schoch's case occurred in Gonten in the Swiss canton of Appenzell Innerrhoden (AI).

Earnings expectations improve after dip - EFG International

Equity markets had a strong start to the year despite economic data that signals a deceleration in activity across the world, ongoing geopolitical tensions and concerns over persistent inflationary pressures.

Financing Gaming and the Interactive Entertainment Revolution

Our Interactive Entertainment Lead, Paul Franks, reflects on another successful London Games Festival and how Coutts can support a promising future for the gaming industry.

UK inflation higher than expected; German business sentiment (IFO) on the fall

The BoE will be obliged to hike further in June but should remain on a 25 bp change; data will drive the decision in the next Aug.

GAM: Contested like the brightest jewel

It is one of the curiosities of the last chapter of GAM that none of the currently relevant topics are on the agenda at today's Thursday shareholder meeting .

Gen Z is piling into property as a wealth builder says Royal LePage

New property investment report shows that this traditional asset class is more popular than ever with young Canadians

Where can I find portfolio income?

With recent events suggesting that policy rates may peak earlier than anticipated, we think investors should act to add durable income to portfolios.

Taking stock of China’s reopening, and prospects

Monetary policy remains accommodative and while offshore share price gains have fallen short of investor hopes, onshore gains look robust.

Number of ultra-rich in Singapore expected to grow by nearly 18 per cent in 2027: Knight Frank

The report defines UHNWIs as those with a net worth of at least US$30 million (S$40.4 million), including their primary residence.

Lombard Odier IM launches Future Electrification strategy

Managed by Paul Udall

Financial wellbeing top concern for employees, business owner survey reveals

These factors came ahead of perceived worries over job security (24%), childcare during working hours (22%) and performance targets (17%).

Brown Shipley: Market and Investment Update

These developments may not mean changes to your portfolio so please contact your Client Advisor for the latest update on your portfolio.

Channelling charity in business: corporate foundations

Establishing a corporate foundation or making constitutional changes to an existing business are significant steps

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