Managers of Wealth

Barclays money-laundering rap is oddly reassuring

The FCA didn’t have a problem so much with the “politically exposed persons” themselves

Wealth managers split over opportunities and threat of robo advice

New research has revealed a split in the attitudes wealth managers in the UK have towards robo advice.

Net worth of HNIs in India to rise 94% by 2020

According to the report, the pool of investable assets held by HNIs in Asia could reach $14.5 trillion by 2020, a growth of 160% in the current decade

Switzerland To Launch Huge War On Cash Experiment

The intent of this experiment is to force banks to lend out cash and encourage people and firms to spend their money rather than saving it and later on pay for the penalty.

Institutionalisation raises operational bar for hedge funds, says survey

And the longer term trend is for more of the same.

Offshore industry tipped for growth driven by EM demand

Entrepreneurs and high net worth individuals are largely regarded by respondents as the primary contributors to offshore’s growth in this region over the next five years.

Guernsey funds grow by nearly £5 billion in Q3

Figures from the Guernsey Financial Services Commission (GFSC) show that, at the end of September 2015, the net asset value of all funds under management and administration in the Island stood at £224.8 billion.

Round-up: Investments

Listing reveals which companies are the top performers in their field

What You Need To Know About South Africa’s Ultra Wealthy

South Africa is home to 835 ultra wealthy individuals with a combined net worth of US$112 billion, making it the country with the largest ultra high net worth (UHNW)* population in Africa, according to a Wealth-X and UBS study.

Singapore Millionaire Growth Overtakes Hong Kong

A new report from WealthInsight reveals the surge in Singapore’s wealthy population.

What rich Singaporeans want

Survey finds 74% prefer to buy luxury goods from physical stores rather than online; many planning to travel more

Hurley Partners research director John Smith passes away

He was previously chief investment officer of Brown Shipley and held a number of key positions at parent company KBL.

Signs point to Africa and Asia for future luxury hubs: CBRE

Continuing globalization ensures that the economy will remain a major factor in the luxury market, so brands must be attuned to economic patterns and shifts to stay ahead.

Revealed: The universities in the UK and US which give you the best finance and banking salaries and bonus after graduating

It's the traditional redbricks which are commanding the biggest starting salaries rather than those with a business focus, indicating that the industry is looking for a broader range of skills.

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