Reasons to be bullish on Britain
Far from being a busted flush the UK economy is in relatively robust health and is poised to deliver growth,…
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Melinda French Gates resigns from Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
French Gates will officially step down on 7 June to begin the next chapter of her philanthropic work focusing on…
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Saudi Arabia brings ‘Davos in the Desert’ to Miami
Trump insiders and Hollywood stars convened at Saudi Arabia's Future Investment Initiative summit - known as 'Davos in the Desert'…
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A rising tide: how Vanguard is making its presence felt in the UK
Vanguard’s ‘passive’ investing approach made it a big hitter in the US. But there could be choppy waters ahead
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The rise and rise of the chief of staff
From the military to Silicon Valley – and beyond – the chief of staff role is becoming increasingly common in…
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EY’s Janet Truncale to become first woman to lead a Big Four firm
Janet Truncale will succeed current EY global chair and CEO Carmine Di Sibio, who steps down on 1 July 2024
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Here’s how to sell your business
Experts tell Spear’s what to do if you’ve started a successful enterprise, but are uncertain over what to do next
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The 12 best private schools in the UK and their famous alumni
Alumni of the 12 best private schools in the UK comprising the 'Eton Group' have helped shape the modern world.…
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Goldman Sachs wealth chiefs downgrade likelihood of US recession
Artificial intelligence gains will drive long-term growth, say experts in the investment bank's wide-ranging mid-year update
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In defence of capitalism and free markets
Capitalism’s popularity has taken a beating, but citizens and businesses need freedom to adapt and thrive
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How an entrepreneur uses Instagram to help her Ukrainian homeland
Ukrainian entrepreneur and social media influencer Mariya Solodar tells Rasika Sittamparam how she is using her reach to help people…
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Defuse’s Philip Grindell on helping security-conscious HNWs with cybercrime
The cyber threat is growing, with criminals increasingly targeting individuals in addition to corporations. Personal security expert Philip Grindell discusses…
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Homeless to €1bn CEO: How Dean Forbes ‘figured out’ success
Dean Forbes has been named the UK’s second most influential Black person in the Powerlist 2024. The annual award recognises…
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Has the investing landscape changed enough to avoid another crash?
The investing landscape has changed significantly over the past 15 years – but it remains to be seen whether it’s…
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Peter Lürssen on building a luxury superyacht brand and support for ocean charity BLUE
Peter Lürssen is at the helm of the most ambitious superyacht builder in the world, writes Edwin Smith Peter Lürssen…
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‘When everyone’s walking on eggshells, it can be really counterproductive’ – Working with family businesses
A new book about family business aims to temper relationships and facilitate the smooth transition of businesses to the next…
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School admissions: How the race to get into leading schools is affecting pupils and parents
The race to get into leading secondary schools puts pupils and parents under intense pressure Sheri Jacobson has been through…
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‘These are financial institutions – not fricking nightclubs’ – Sam Leith on the modern corporate rebrand
Standard Life Aberdeen’s recent rebrand begs a question: what is it with corporate branding departments and the abuse of the…
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Inside the Earl of Leicester’s plan to boost ‘natural capital’
In the magnificent setting of Holkham Hall, the 8th Earl of Leicester is investing in a pioneering philosophy of farming…
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How does your portfolio of geopolitical interests affect your real portfolio?
In business, it’s often important to channel ones ‘inner diplomat’. Geopolitics has its own balance sheet, P&L and cash flow,…
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