Are your parents considering equity release? Here’s what you need to know
Equity release might afford those who would otherwise have to move the opportunity to stay in the property that they…
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World economy set for 0.4 per cent contraction in 2020 – new forecast
Alec Marsh reports on the macroeconomic picture from Pictet as the global economy reckons with the coronavirus epidemic The world…
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Charities need ‘unrestricted’ donations right now – Covid-19 appeal from the Charities Aid Foundation
As the Covid-19 pandemic tightens its grip on the world, charities of all kinds are under more pressure than ever…
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How the Coronavirus outbreak exposes the ‘central weakness’ of China’s regime
For Xi Jinping, the highest costs of the Coronavirus pandemic have yet to be counted, writes Robert Amsterdam The coronavirus…
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‘Don’t panic’ – wealth managers react to Covid-19
As the impact of Covid-19 rattles peoples, governments, health systems and markets around the world, how are HNWs and their…
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Eighteen48: The ‘home team’ for sophisticated investors
Next-generation private investment office Eighteen48 builds on decades of experience to serve the needs of professional investors, sophisticated families and…
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Glenhawk agrees new senior funding line with J.P. Morgan
The deal will support the bridging lender’s expansion into the growing homeowner mortgage market Glenhawk, the fast-growing UK challenger lender,…
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Navigating the HNW mortgage minefield
It seems counterintuitive but HNWs often face difficulties when securing mortgages in the UK, writes Alpa Bhakta In 2019, Butterfield…
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What HNWs need to know about the budget
Here’s what HNWs need to know about the 2020 budget with a special report from Arun Kakar, who gauges reaction…
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Covid-19: Beware the unexpected tax costs of self-isolation
For individuals reliant on a careful day count to avoid becoming UK tax resident, the price of self-isolation could be…
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Busting the private equity myths
Listed private equity provides access to superior investment returns, writes Steven Tredget If you had invested in the FTSE All-Share…
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The Spear’s Private Bank of the Year (International) winner reports solid results for 2019, writes Arun Kakar Client assets at…
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First details for Spear’s Wealth Insight Forum 2020 announced
Spear’s is delighted to announce the date and venue for the 2020 Wealth Insight Forum, our annual meeting of wealthy…
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Why HNW families need their own website
HNW Families must launch their own websites – Washington would have, says Jordan Greenaway In 1799, America’s first president was…
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Spear’s index revealed: Britain’s top reputation managers of 2020
The Royals, lags in the law and the perils of social media have all occupied the thoughts of the top…
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How are social media influencers being taxed?
As the social media industry develops, it is important that influencers are aware of their tax liabilities, writes Anna Tragotsi…
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Coutts AuM and new clients up double figures in 2019
Coutts has posted double-digit rises for new clients and AuM in a glittering 2019, reports Arun Kakar Coutts and Adam…
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Thinking of quitting the UK? Here are the tax affairs to keep in mind… before you fly
When thinking about leaving the UK, these are the tax considerations to bear in mind – before you fly, says…
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Citibank bullish on 2020, coronavirus impact – ‘not permanent loss in output’
The economic impact Coronavirus is yet to be seen in full but Citibank is optimistic about the year ahead, reports…
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Seychelles: A world leading financial services jurisdiction
‘Seychelles is well-positioned as a leading financial center, remaining a top choice in the global financial landscape’ The Republic of…
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