The ancient art of seeing and being seen during the social season
From the ancient podium to the royal box, the hierarchy in seating at social events is still very much alive
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Global trade war most significant risk to family offices in 2025
Against geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainty, family offices are shifting strategies by diversifying assets, eyeing developed markets and embracing private…
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Wealth managers must embrace AI as industry warned over complacency
The latest EY Global Wealth Research report finds wealth management increasingly redefined by rising client expectations, greater fragmentation, mounting pressure…
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As London falls out of top 5 wealthiest cities, can the UK turn the tide on the HNW exodus?
A wave of fiscal reforms, including the abolition of the non-dom regime, rising inheritance tax and uncertainty around future policy,…
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Why relationships matter in private banking
After UBS’s nomination for the Private Bank of the Year – International award at the Spear’s Awards 2024, Meltem Cagan,…
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Sir Robin Niblett: ‘new Cold War’ brings risks for business
As Trump’s America steps back from its role as global rule maker, a new world order will provide opportunities –…
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Family dynamics pose greatest threat to succession plans
Advisers discussed the risks facing UHNW families during an off-the-record roundtable at Spear’s 500 Live
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Shadow Business Secretary: Britain ‘will be back’ as hub for wealth creators
Thousands of millionaires have left the UK following the end of the non-dom regime, but the Conservative Party would reverse…
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Rise of ‘alternative banking platforms’ poses challenge for established incumbents
UHNWs are increasingly turning to nimble fintech startups for cross-border transactions
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America’s pain is self-inflicted
The ‘stupidity of politicians’ and poor policymaking are putting the US on the same level as emerging markets, economist and…
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Eight reasons to invest in forestry
Branching out: from flexibility to CGT and IHT relief, there are eight very good reasons to invest in forestry
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Billionaire insurance tycoon and philanthropist Robert Rosenkranz on his life, career and new book ‘The Stoic Capitalist’
Spear's catches up with the Wall Street titan and chairman of Delphi Capital Management over a liquid lunch in Mayfair
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The human angle of succession
Succession planning is more than just a financial exercise – getting the human element right may be even more crucial
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Entrepreneur Ben Lamm on breathing new life into extinct species
Ben Lamm on his mammoth task of resurrecting extinct species, such as the dire wolf, woolly mammoth, Tasmanian tiger and…
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The murkier side of private markets
The rebellious French professor who is taking aim at the shadier practices of the world of private markets
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Letters to the editor: Reputation insurance, property deals and tax laws
Readers share their views on reputational issues, London property development, tax laws and more
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How expensive are hedge fund fees, really?
From the magazine: New data has reopened the debate on hedge fund fees, just as the industry's fortunes were looking…
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Shot before dawn: grace under pressure
Former Lloyds CEO Sir António Horta-Osório spoke at a Spear’s event about the pressures facing high-profile businesspeople
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Inside the libertarian charter city of Próspera
Próspera, a 'zone for employment and economic development' (ZEDE) on the Honduran island of Roatán, is an ambitious project taking…
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A career of two halves: former Manchester United goalkeeper Anders Lindegaard on his new role at UBS
Former Manchester United goalkeeper Anders Lindegaard is bringing his unique experience to wealth management in the hope of helping other…
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