Britain’s wealthy owe HMRC £325 million in inheritance tax as government ramps up IHT compliance
As the government seeks to raise an extra £2 billion through IHT increases, HMRC’s crackdown on underpayment is expected to…
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‘I’ve never actually had any money’: Royal hotelier Jeremy Goring on gold and his foldable ‘superyacht’
The managing director of the Goring hotel on his 12-foot 'superyacht', the magic of London and his 'madman' father
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Big things are happening in the wild world of yearling sales
Near record-breaking sums are being paid for the finest bloodstock by billionaires prepared to bet big
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High Court to hear private school VAT legal challenge this April
In the earlier hearing, Lord Pannick KC, representing the ISC-backed claimants, successfully argued parents require clarity given the immediate financial…
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Entrepreneur of the Year Paul Taylor on picking the right problems
Spear's Award 2024 Winner: Entrepreneur of the Year Paul Taylor talks about his successful Thought Machine
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How citizenship is becoming a luxury asset
As more nations jockey for the attention of HNWs, the value and meaning of citizenship are changing
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Family offices and startups: a match made in heaven?
The flow of capital from family offices into early-stage UK companies could be a win-win situation
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Recruiting for a family office is never just a numbers game
Between experience and personal commitment, choosing who manages your family affairs is about much more than money
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Hedgehog news: From UBS’s art collection to the Cotswolds
Our nocturnal news-sniffer reports on HNW matters, edited by Alec Marsh
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What to expect from Davos 2025
The World Economic Forum is back in Davos. This is what to look out for this week
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Silent Witnesses: The art of ghostwriting for the rich and famous
If you want to share the story of your life in a lasting way that’s a step up from the…
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Abu Dhabi Finance Week 2024: Spear’s brings together industry leaders at exclusive event
The Spear’s Summit, presented in association with ADGM, hosted 50 respected private client advisers for four intimate, roundtable discussions
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Introducing Spear’s Magazine: Issue 94
From a global exclusive on board the world's first hydrogen-powered superyacht to a deep dive with Rolex, Spear's editor-in-chief Edwin…
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Gold shines bright – but is it really a safe bet?
With gold nearing record highs and experts predicting continued growth, 2025 may be another promising year for investors but experts…
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Could former head of the Bank of England Mark Carney be Canada’s next prime minister?
Former Bank of England governor Mark Carney has said he is 'considering' entering the race to replace outgoing Canadian prime…
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Singapore reclaims top spot on the Henley Passport Index as UK slips again
While the city-state regained its title on Henley's annual global power list, the US and UK passports, once dominant in…
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Trade wars, inflation and equity concentration: The key risks for investors in 2025
While uncertainties loom large, the prospect of a more dynamic market fuelled by M&A activity and broader equity engagement could…
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HMRC ramps up campaign to clamp down on offshore tax evasion
Acting proactively, particularly before receiving a nudge letter from HMRC, can mitigate the risk of harsher penalties and lengthy investigations
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What UHNWs can learn about home security from £10 million London mansion heist
The recent £10 million theft from the London mansion of Hong Kong socialite Shafira Huang serves as a stark reminder…
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Top hedge fund investment ideas for 2025
Spear’s round-up of the key hedge fund calls for 2025, plus a look back to three from last year. How…
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