The journey to the bank branch: How far is too far?
Despite the ongoing decline in the number of bank branches, the still high branch density means there is still room for further closures.
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Cross-Border Wealth Management and Tax Planning for US and UK Expats in Poland
Discover the hidden tax, pension, and investment risks for US and UK expats, and learn how to navigate them effectively.
Gen Z is rewriting the rules of wealth
These complaints are nothing new, but they ring especially true for Generation Z (Gen Z), the first generation to have never known life without the Internet.
European Fund Distribution in 2026: A Quiet Revolution
While the waters surrounding European fund distribution may appear calm, they are far from empty. Here, we explore what lies beneath and how this may drive potential changes ahead.
UK businesses see home market as best place to start, scale and grow
While economic uncertainty remains the greatest challenge businesses are facing, confidence in the UK is resilient.
Coutts’ Prime Property Index Highlights Exceptional Value in Central London
Prime London buyers gain rare value opportunities, with prices 10.3% below peak and widespread discounts driving a highly negotiable market.
Why France is concerned about Oddo BHF
Gold has always been part of Oddo BHF's strategic asset allocation as a "high-performing diversification tool
Olaf Sleijpen: Repairing the vending machine – how the Savings and Investment Union is key to Europe's future
Most recently, the Commission published its Market Integration Package, which includes far-reaching proposals on the harmonisation of supervision under ESMA.
A new chapter opens with the Maxi Edmond de Rothschild
The stars aligned today and everything ran like clockwork!
Preparing for the future
After UBS’s nomination for the Private Bank of the Year – UK award at the Spear’s Awards 2025, Spear’s spoke to Victoria Hagmann, Head UK, Jersey & Guernsey at UBS Global Wealth Management about the firm’s approach to the
What does Fed policy mean for investors?
Many FOMC participants remain uncomfortable looking through tariff-related inflation pressures in the near term, making it difficult to form a consensus on further rate cuts.
Property ‘chain reactions’ add over £2k to moving costs on average
These dependencies leave a lasting impact on movers, with many changing their tactics for future purchases.