Comment & Analysis Archives - Page 85 of 528

Markets and investors scarred as long-term US borrowing costs set for biggest spike since 1980s

April 14, 2025

With the US-China trade war continuing to escalate and rampant uncertainty around the possible impact of Trump’s tariffs on economic growth, equity markets continue to suffer volatility.

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The Smartness of High-Growth Wealthy Cities

April 11, 2025

A smart city, simply put, is a system that aims at improving the quality of life of its citizens using technologies, with different aspects of smartness contributing to such an enhancement.

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The Swiss banking centre: a cornerstone of the economy with global reach

April 11, 2025

The study highlights the factors that are crucial to its future viability – and therefore Switzerland’s prosperity – over the long term.

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The real story behind private banking exodus and school VAT woes deepen

April 10, 2025

News from the high-net-worth universe from banking withdrawals to VAT on private school fees and a foodie comeback

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Investec strengthens commitment to women’s golf with new sponsorship

April 10, 2025

She now joins a select group of South African golfers backed by Investec, including Zethu Myeki, Nicole Garcia, Danielle du Toit, and Ivanna Samu.

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‘Time for caution’: Citi warns clients to avoid ‘buying the dip’ in global market sell-off

April 9, 2025

While a bear market rally can occur, it will not last and it is too early to buy the dip, according to strategists at BCA Research

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What it takes to make real estate development financing work

April 9, 2025

With interest rates still elevated, inflation pushing construction costs higher, and planning delays introducing further uncertainty, developers face a challenging environment. Daniel Austin writes

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UBS: Global Art Market Shrinks But Transactions Rise

April 8, 2025

Although the headline figure represents contraction, especially at the high end, the overall market saw a 3 percent uptick in transactions to 40.5 million

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Asset management pioneer faces new growth step

April 7, 2025

This is why investment products that track an index at low costs are enjoying such great popularity.

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Millennials are wealthier than ever — but they don't feel it

April 7, 2025

The generation has a disconnect between being wealthy on paper and feeling financially free

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How Guernsey’s private trustee structures can protect assets

April 4, 2025

Private Trust Companies and Private Trust Foundations remain effective vehicles for preserving the value of significant assets, says Rupert Pleasant, chief executive of Guernsey Finance

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Finanz'25 was well received – new location 2026

April 4, 2025

The exhibitors and organizers of the financial fair draw a positive conclusion. A total of 2,900 trade visitors were counted in Oerlikon.

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