10/31/2013
Capturing Affluent Clients Now
Wealth management is possibly the best opportunity in financial services" right now
Comment & Analysis
10/30/2013
ECB’s Draghi signals time is up for Eurozone banks
In the UK, banks have been making the long haul back to recovery for a number of years, and are finally beginning to emerge from the shadow of their impaired book of bad loans.
10/29/2013
Nick Gartland, of Investec Wealth & Investment, on the economic path ahead
The principal focus for investors during the past quarter was on the expected path of tapering from the Fed and the implications that had for the movement in interest rates, not merely in America but across the developed world.
10/29/2013
The top spots for making friends, getting rich and raising kids
Thailand leads the way when it comes to quality of life and a good social scene, while Switzerland is top for making money and Germany for raising children
10/28/2013
Coutts' commentary - Global View from Asia - "Hope eternal"
It is always unnerving for an asset allocator when you see both bonds and equities rally as it can never last.
10/28/2013
Why this wealth manager is sticking with emerging markets
The data appears to show we have averted catastrophe, leading to a rally in the markets before year-end.
10/27/2013
Darker Nights but some Brighter Lights by Justin Urquhart Stewart
So the clocks change, the evenings draw in earlier and the first Autumn storm hits the country – so nothing new then?
10/27/2013
Emerging markets - crisis or healthy correction? by Erdinç Benli, Swiss & Global Asset Management
Emerging market equities have been suffering from investors’ ‘sell-off’ mindset for several months.
10/27/2013
Almost half (48%) of British SME owners plan to pass their business onto their children
SMEs are the building blocks of the economy, and their longevity is crucial
10/27/2013
Fund managers face £3bn hit if sell-side research is banned
The suggestion is one of a series being considered by regulators and industry bodies on both sides of the Atlantic as they consider potential conflict of interest concerns over how research is paid for.
10/27/2013
100 most influential women in finance revealed
These women are doing deals and growing revenues.
10/24/2013
The pension generation – time for liberation! by Gary Heynes
This week sees the first European-level summit dedicated to the digital agenda, with member states more keen to focus on the ‘digital single market’ than engage in a debate about data protection regulation.
10/23/2013
Does it Matter Whether You Eat Your Own Dog Food? by Phil Banas
An ugly and somewhat unsavoury expression of obscure origins, in the software business, “eating your own dog food” means using software you have developed yourself.
10/23/2013
UK stock market confidence rises to a 2013 high
Investor confidence in the UK stock market has reached the highest point in eight months
10/23/2013
Investment fraud reports jump 75% to hit four-year high
The FCA has recently warned of a number of instances where fraudsters are using the name or other details of a genuine firm
10/22/2013
Navigating Emerging Markets - Acquisition International by Walkers Global
Latin America remains a hot destination for investment, however particular challenges exist in this unique market.
10/22/2013
Most Bankers Expecting Bigger Bonuses This Year - Survey
Most of those surveyed expected their bonuses to increase over last year.
10/21/2013
Favourite Worst Nightmares by Tom Becket, Psigma Investment Management
It is time for our “annual” Halloween special.
10/21/2013
Time for Fiscal Experiments to be Unwound Says Butterfield Asset Management Chief
The economies of the world need to be driven by economic fundamentals to achieve growth, rather than the supply of cheap money.
10/21/2013
Ashcourt Rowan: Advice industry paralysed by fear of wrong-doing
The advice industry is paralysed by a fear of doing wrong, which has led to a "commoditisation of investment solutions"