Managers of Wealth

How the wealth industry risks failing its clients

Technology and processes must help bring people closer to their money

AT1s look attractive for investors today

AT1s having benefited from the last decade’s banking reforms, the potential for attractive returns in this asset class could grow considerably in a stabilisation scenario.

John Glen speech to investment management sector on sustainability and responsible investment

The Economic Secretary to the Treasury spoke about the opportunity to extend the UK’s leadership in responsible investing and strengthen the UK’s position as a leading global financial centre.

WeekWatch by St. James’s Place

Large technology companies have enjoyed a surge in their share prices in recent months

Otherwise fine by Rathbones

Chief investment officer Julian Chillingworth is chipper enough, albeit with an umbrella under his arm.

AIM dividends set to fall by at least a third in 2020

The second quarter usually marks a seasonal high point for dividends

Gold's rally may have paused, but the world's biggest wealth manager still thinks a 10% allocation to bullion is 'not a bad move right now'

The rally has slowed down in the last month, raising the question of whether investors should hold so much of it.

BoE comments press the case for further targeted government support

Live data points provide some comfort but it is right to remain cautious on how the recovery will play out.

LEBC founder Jack McVitie dies

Jack McVitie will be sorely missed by everyone who knew him, and our thoughts are with his family through this sad time.

SJP wins 2020 Financial Adviser Diversity in Finance Award

'Championing LGBTQ Inclusion' award recognises companies who have taken significant strides to promote the equal treatment and inclusion of LGBTQ people at all levels of the workplace

The value of financial advice

New report from St. James's Place and Boring Money aims to identify how consumers receive and benefit from advice

BNP Paribas Swings to Hefty Swiss Loss

The Swiss bank's revenue slid 28 percent to 18.7 million francs, while it was only able to slash spending by a modest seven percent in response.

9 Tips for Managing Remote Employees

HR should help managers with nine specific activities to ensure employees get the requisite support to tackle the emotional roller coaster of this crisis — and are productive and engaged.

Demand for private islands skyrockets

The data also reveals searches for ‘how much does it cost to buy an island’ have increased by 200% over last year as people look for isolated locations to get away to.

Four Principles for CEO Branding

It has a significant impact on revenue. And in the case of a start-up, the CEO’s brand influences the ability to secure investors.

COVID-19: Relevance of Stoicism in Today’s World

Stoic philosophy is based on the pillars of character, courage, convictions, conscience, communication, charisma, compassion, consideration and contribution.

Why we upgraded our forecast for global GDP growth - Schroders

We now see 2020 global growth at -4.6%, following a better-than-expected second quarter for the US economy.

Is your Employee Benefit Trust fit for purpose, or is it time for a review?

An EBT is a trust established either in the UK or offshore, set up by a company to hold cash and other assets, such as shares.

Wealth industry headed for supermarket-style duopoly

The developments may trigger a major re-organisation of Australia's wealth management industry, which is still reeling from the damning findings of the Hayne royal commission and the retreat of the once-dominant big four banks from the sector.

Alternative Data and the Coronacrisis: A Crystal Ball?

Alternative data isn’t a crystal ball – but in the depths of the coronacrisis, it was the next best thing.

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