Managers of Wealth

Modern Families and the future of HNW divorce

As we emerge from the pandemic, how has UHNW divorce been affected, asks Alex Carruthers

Evergrande prompts China to put its house in order

Real estate activity and construction accounts officially for 14.5% of China’s gross domestic product.

Billionaire’s dream?

British designer Andy Waugh’s avant-garde yacht concept is hydrogen powered instead of electric, which should have ‘zero impact’ on the environment

Private wealth – the potential for impact

The positive impact of private wealth is of course nothing new – many international families have for centuries used their wealth to positively benefit social, economic and environmental causes and movements.

More effort required to boost trust in AI in financial sector, OECD says

The OECD Business and Finance Outlook 2021 says that investment in AI finance is on the rise.

Credit Suisse Chairman, CEO Demonstrate Unity

The piece enfeebled Gottstein by depicting him as a CEO in need of coaching by Horta Osório and who couldn't be sure of keeping his job once Credit Suisse has worked through its current firefighting.

Embedded Finance: Is Embedded Wealth Next?

The term ‘embedded finance’ is becoming ubiquitous.

Deutsche Bank analyst: Bitcoin will be 'ultra-volatile,' but it’s here to stay

An analyst from global banking giant Deutsche Bank expects Bitcoin will enjoy a “first-mover advantage" over other cryptocurrencies for the foreseeable future.

Who goes there? by Tim Price

The premise of Who Goes There ? is that a team of scientists in Antarctica stumbles upon a crashed alien spaceship and its frozen pilot.

Succession planning for family businesses: when is the best time to engage the next generation?

Passing down such a legacy can be a very emotive subject, especially when owners feel passionately that the ethos and values of their particular organisation need to be preserved and passed down.

Diversity in banking: Switzerland as a developing country

On the other hand, the finding that Switzerland is still a developing country in terms of diversity when compared to other European countries is not very flattering.

Is Cryptocurrency the Same as a Fine Wine or Classic Cars?

What drives the value of cryptocurrency, and why Wealth Managers should take note

HSBC working with 8 countries in backing CBDCs

They are already operating in certain countries and a number of major central banks are actively developing and piloting their own versions.

The Fight to Control the $2 Trillion Crypto Market Is Heating Up

Investors are being rattled by volatility as the two biggest economies — the U.S. and China — seek to tighten their grip on Bitcoin and other digital currencies.

Why the Chinese are destroying their wealth creators

Chinese officials are telling newspersons that 'they are getting ready for a possible storm', and it points in the opposite direction.

China's crypto ban puts spotlight on central banks putting their own spin on digital coins

The Bank of International Settlements/BIS's innovation hub recently announced plans to build a crypto platform so the international community of central bankers can transact in CBDCs and other crypto assets.

The Road to a True Normal

We may have been isolated from each other in the past year but that doesn't mean you have to be on your own.

FCA’s proposals for a new listing regime

Speech by Clare Cole, Director of Market Oversight, FCA to City & Financial's 'The Modernisation of the Listing Regime' event.

Lords of Misrule by Tim Price

Government clearly plays a dominant role in the modern economy.

Not So Evergrande by Gary Dugan

The firm has large outstanding commitments

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