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‘Reverse Pacino syndrome’ drags on wealth

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2014 Internet Trends

Data behind the rapid growth in sensors, uploadable / findable / shareable data, data mining tools and pattern recognition

Business improves around the globe - Coutts

The latest round of purchasing managers’ indices (PMIs) of business activity has reinforced our positive outlook for a broad-based recovery in the global economy.

Report suggests that wealth management companies could spend their IT investment more effectively

On the positive side, there is growing confidence in the wealth management sector and investing in new technology is perceived to be central to business growth

It's A Rich Man's World: Capital In The Twenty-First Century

Neo-liberal economic policies will lead to more and more inequality and social unrest, argues the author of Capital in the Twenty-First Century. Policy makers should take heed of this important book.

UK economic recovery hampered by continued distrust in the banking sector

The SME Finance Monitor also revealed that 48% of small businesses that took part in the survey were ‘permanent non-borrowers’

Do All Women Want Rich Men Like Female Penguins?

The more pebbles a male penguin has for his nest, the more irresistible he will be to females

World's Largest Sovereign Wealth Fund Should Follow Canada's Model

A new in-depth review of the world’s commonly accepted top sovereign wealth fund is being told to take a page out of the Canadian playbook.

Three Key Trends In The High-Net-Worth Market

There are a number of trends among the affluent that can have decisive implications for those professionals seeking to work with them.

Wealthy ditch material goods for experiences: Survey

Financial success is perceived as the foundation that allows [wealthy individuals] to be the best person they can be

UBS launches philanthropy guide

UBS has released the compass – which was first developed in 2011 with Cass Business School and social impact co

Burberry, Louis Vuitton, Gucci make top 10 in L2 China study

Brands simply can’t afford to leave out such a simple yet important feature and risk turning off Chinese consumers

The gold slump: Could it happen again?

Figures show a big decline in funds invested in Exchange Traded Products.

Investor Trends Report - Foundations and Endowments

Get a unique glimpse into what these decisions mean for alternative allocations and hedge funds in particular

London’s property boom is losing its fizz

Even the super-rich are baulking at rising prices in the capital and would-be buyers are wary of a rise in interest rates

40% of financial advisors say they interact with clients via social media

Financial advisors and their clients do not always see eye to eye when it comes to identifying key elements driving their relationships, according to EY's third annual Wealth Management Survey: closing the gap.

How Women In Banking Can Rise to the Top

Just 11% of chief financial officers are women, while only 23% of all senior officer positions are held by women.

Moody's Launches Global Islamic Finance Group

Moody's IFG will deliver independent analysis of Shari'ah-compliant products, financial institutions and takaful insurers to support an improved understanding of the credit risks and market trends in this rapidly expanding sector.

No Pain, No Gain

A catalyst for change in the European institutional space

Jersey’s AA+ credit rating with stable outlook confirmed

In its report, S&P noted: “The ratings on Jersey reflect our view of its high wealth, strong fiscal flexibility, and public-policy stability.”

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