06/01/2015
The New Imperial China? by Justin Urquhart-Stewart
Chinese President Xi Jinping and the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi sat down last week for a vital meeting to try and develop the tense relationship between these two giants.
06/01/2015
The greatest puzzle today is that since the global crisis financial markets see so little risk, with asset prices rising everywhere in response to zero interest rates and quantitative easing, while companies that invest in the real economy appear to see s
06/01/2015
Building concerns by Tim Price
As for the rest of the billions, it’s not clear precisely where that money went.
06/01/2015
Kleinwort Benson Investors highlight drivers of outperformance
06/01/2015
Buyers were adding to larger diversified bond portfolios
05/29/2015
Warren Buffett spent his late teens consuming as many books on stocks and investing as possible
05/29/2015
Just as the ATM did not displace the bank teller, robo advisors are unlikely to replace all wealth managers
05/29/2015
HSBC Holdings is once again assessing whether to shift its headquarters from the U.K. But one of the options — moving bank to Hong Kong — “is certainly the wrong answer,” according to analysts at UBS AG
05/29/2015
Despite an overnight correction following the recent run-up, China remains the world’s best performing equity market since the start of the year.
05/28/2015
While banks have traditionally been the guardians of financial transactions, in the last decade and a half, nontraditional players have begun to pose a threat to their business, putting pressure on banks to evolve.
05/28/2015
Close Brothers - Weekly Close Up
05/28/2015
Eurozone economy reaching cruising altitude
05/28/2015
Amazon may be the first of many multinational corporations to recognise UK profits in the UK, rather than in overseas tax-haven operations.
05/28/2015
A condotel near the beach in Bali, eco-friendly commercial space in Dhaka and affordable luxury living in Addis Ababa.
05/27/2015
BFSB targets Swiss and Latin American events
Mexico will be the focal point for BFSB in June
05/27/2015
On not adding, but taking away by Tim Price
“Our job is to find a few intelligent things to do, not to keep up with every damn thing in the world.” - Charlie Munger.
05/27/2015
Appleby Raises $15,400 for Nepal Victims
The funds raised by Appleby were donated to the Disaster Emergency Committee and the Bermuda Adara Group. Staff in The Seychelles donated money locally to the Red Cross and their affiliated church.
05/27/2015
What TV Can Teach Us About Managing Wealth
Empire may be the most blatant example, but there is a lot that can be learned about wealth management -- good and bad -- from watching television.
05/27/2015
Are 2014 En Primeur Wines Investment-Worthy?
Do the 2014 en primeur wines really qualify as investment-worthy? Our article explores whether this vintage has the elusive “it” factor needed to take the financial risk, tie up your money, and offer a solid return on investment.
05/27/2015
St. James's Place Market Bulletin - Wednesday 27 May 2015
The deflation news provides those seeking a positive return from money on deposit with some temporary respite; but speculation mounts as to what measures affecting savers and investors will be confirmed or announced in the summer Budget on 8 July