Managers of Wealth

Direction of travel

Why we'll need to get used to a new post-pandemic world when the time comes, by Jon Moulton, Chairman of The International Stock Exchange Group.

Despite Pandemic, November Set to Be One for the Record Books

For some perspective, those November moves pulled the Russell 2000 and the Dow into positive territory on a year-to-date basis, up 11.2% and 4.8%, respectively, while the Nasdaq Composite Index is tracking to finish the first 11 months of the year up arou

Being Responsible on Purpose.

Our latest quarterly report on responsible investing highlights something that’s become vital for businesses to define – their purpose.

Is the cancellation of Art Basel a ‘blessing in disguise’ for Miami’s local art scene?

But there’s more than just December’s cashflow in the balance.

The impact of the vaccine breakthrough on the aviation industry

The aviation sector has been no exception, with airline shares rising sharply in the days following the announcement.

A green light for economies

No government can ignore the environment anymore.

Optimal opportunities: Why current volatility levels are proving a “sweet spot” for alpha-focused funds

The emerging investment landscape heading into 2021 offers a boon to a beleaguered hedge fund sector which in recent years has had to contend with patchy performances and continued investor aversion.

How to remain agile and thrive during COVID

For most businesses it is difficult to keep the lights on during recessions. Y

The tortoise, the hare, the ostrich and the squirrel - What type of investor are you?

Quilter’s data found that an investor that does nothing during a market crash would have seen an average global equity fund increase 2.68% year-to-date, compared to heavy losses trying to mitigate the pain.

Sigh of relief for some as RPI switch not till 2030

In particular the owners of government-issued index-linked gilts, who are predominantly pension schemes, will be able to hold their current gilts to maturity without fear of revaluation.

Bubbles by StJohn Gardner, Sandaire

Financial bubbles were usually formed during periods of easy monetary policy and rampant financial innovation

How fine win has weathered 2020

Despite going through a quiet patch earlier this year and with all the trade and pandemic headwinds ranged against it, fine wine looks set to weather the storm of 2020.

Brexit VAT and Duty will hit classic car buyers

The charges come as the prices of classic cars and motorcycles have soared in recent years and ownership a popular pastime.

November Market View - In God we Trust

Pfizer and BionTech announced on November 10 that in phase 3 trials their vaccine was more than 90% effective in preventing COVID-19

The business of social purpose

Speech by Jonathan Davidson, Executive Director of Supervision – Retail and Authorisations, given at the 6th Annual Culture and Conduct Forum.

Dealing with rising UK debt: not all options are bad

Rather than try to reduce it by austerity, inflation or default, the government should focus on keeping the rate of economic growth above the cost of servicing the debt.

How to Transform Meetings from Frustrating to Energizing

This transformation has also created an opportunity to finally change one of work’s biggest, most time-consuming and energy-draining frustrations: meetings.

Three ways we’re expecting more of others than perhaps we are of ourselves

Some Royal Commission findings or a string of industries caught ripping people off mortified people.

Unprecedented Doesn't Mean Impossible by Albert Chiaradonna, SEI

Perhaps we succumbed to the pressure of “it’s good enough because we have always done it this way,” or the comfort of sticking with what we know.

At your service: inside the booming business of private dining

Can’t dine at your favourite five-star restaurant? Why not have the chef come cook for you at home?

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