It’s time for the US and the western world at large to re-establish competence
The yawning vacuum of American competence has been a long time coming and will have lasting effects. It’s time for…
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Luxury homes in London are in high demand — inside the new kind of space race
Around the world, luxury homes and penthouses are in higher demand than ever. New research shows that UHNW buyers are…
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How to improve brain function effectively — from exclusive biohacking clinics to simple age-old advice
There are a few ways to effectively improve brain function — and thanks to exclusive biohacking clinics catering to clients…
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UK cryptocurrency tax is still murky territory — here’s how to navigate it
The only things certain in life are death and taxes — and that applies to cryptocurrency tax in the UK,…
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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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EY and Frank Hirth’s partnership brings major benefits to UHNW clients
Professional services firm EY is joining forces with Frank Hirth, a boutique business providing UK and US personal tax services.…
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Family business transition plans are imperative to avoiding ‘Succession’-like outcomes
Plans for transitions within family-owned businesses are imperative to avoiding outcomes worthy of the hit HBO series ‘Succession’, writes Russell…
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How do different countries view the wealthy? New research might hold the answer
Different countries have contrasting views of the wealthy according to new research, writes Katharine Swindells The UK and US are…
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Spear’s Tax Survey 2021: Almost half of tax advisers to HNWs say post-pandemic wealth tax ‘desirable’
The Spear’s tax survey 2021 quizzed advisers on their views towards a range of taxes, including a proposed wealth tax…
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How HSBC Private Banking’s family office advisers can help prepare for uncertainty
HSBC Private Banking’s family office offering helps wealthy families plan for the future While the Covid-19 pandemic has seen a…
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All aboard the Indian Pacific
A 4,000km trip aboard the 1km-long Indian Pacific train might just be the best way to watch Australia unfold, finds…
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Why party conferences offer opportunities hidden in plain sight
The recent Labour and Tory party conferences were full of potential for savvy businesspeople looking to climb the ‘ladder of…
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Revealed: 2021 Spear’s Wealth Management Awards shortlists
The 2021 Spear’s Wealth Management Awards shortlists have been announced The private client world’s premier awards event – the Spear’s…
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Inside the 15th anniversary edition of Spear’s
Spear’s celebrates its 15th anniversary with a special edition of the magazine, in partnership with Blue Marine Foundation, writes Edwin…
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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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Philanthropy: Princess Eugenie on Ascension Island’s sustainable fishing success story
A remote island in the middle of the Atlantic offers hope that marine protection areas could mitigate climate change, write…
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Ahead of COP26, as the potential for marine habitats – and ‘blue bonds’ – to play a major role in…
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Can you contest a will made by someone suffering from dementia?
As the adult children of the late Monty Python star Terry Jones prepare to contest his will in the High…
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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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Welcome to Foxtons Private Office
A bespoke service for London’s most exceptional properties, catering to the strong and rising demand. In idyllic locales across the…
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