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Toward a better future: the value of impact investing

there are two types of impact investors: ‘finance first’ and ‘impact first’

European Banks: Performance Anxiety?

The sum may be paltry in the context of the American bank’s other businesses but put it in the same category as European players such as Julius Baer which had less than $500 billion in assets at the end of 2019.

Reverse Brexit? Report States Over a Thousand EU Financial Firms to Open Offices in the UK

More than 1,400 EU-based firms have applied for permission to operate in the UK after Brexit, with over 1,000 of these planning to establish their first UK office, according to a Freedom of Information request (FOI) by financial regulatory consultancy Bov

Strong rebound in London luxury home sales

Across London's priciest neighborhoods, such as Mayfair and Chelsea, home sales increased by 34 per cent, the biggest gain since mid-2017.

Over 1000 EU financial firms planning to open UK offices after Brexit

Over 1,000 of these firms do not currently have an office in the UK, suggesting they intend to establish their first office after the UK’s departure from the EU on 31 January.

CEO Pessimism Over Global Growth Reaches Record High - PwC

When asked about their own revenue growth prospects, the change in CEO sentiment has proven to be an excellent predictor of global economic growth.

Three Top Trends In Wealth Management For 2020

The most visible trends are the rise of intergenerational wealth, and the growing number of high-net worth women.

British Prime Minister, African Leaders urge Investors to accelerate Economic Role on the Continent

African Development Bank President Akinwumi Adesina announced a new $80 million Bank-DFID infrastructure financing partnership .

Davos 2020: delegates at World Economic Forum urged to commit to fintech

Mr Green goes on to add: “The momentum and energy of this evolution now needs to be harnessed by delegates in Davos.

Is the sustainable Blue Economy investible?

The survey shows that while there are already opportunities in early stage, impact and fixed income investments, with infrastructure and listed equity allocations on the horizon, the main barriers for investors continue to be a lack of investment grade pr

What Connects Us by Joe Moynihan

Jersey has a focus on nurturing the talent of tomorrow to ensure we are future-proofed in key areas like governance, regulation, sustainable finance and philanthropy.

Is Malta’s golden visa scheme losing its lustre?

Regulator blames ‘consistent and highly inconsiderate bad publicity’ for drop in applications

Analysts see private equity as good option for Quilter

It is understood that Warburg Pincus is looking to sell its stake in Reiss, the fashion retailer, freeing up money to invest elsewhere

Reputation and customer confidence depends on integrated security infrastructure by James Somerville Smith

Banks have always been a major target for criminals, and as methods of attack evolve, so must the controls used to protect both people and assets.

EU regulators issue $126m fines - expert comment

This news should serve as a wake-up call for financial services organisations

Helena Morrissey: SJP's fees must be more transparent - reports

Morrissey added: "In some cases, a cruise might not cost as much as paying someone a huge bonus, but the optics look really bad."

Kingswood Comment: Remaining neutral equities for now

By Rupert Thompson, Chief Investment Officer at Kingswood

Sanlam and Thesis: why Love Island has it all wrong…by Penny Lovell

I’ve been thinking about what it is that makes a relationship work.

The Bizarre, Fascinating World Of Monaco, The Wealthiest State On Earth

The tiny principality of Monaco, on the southern coast of France, has more super-wealthy residents per capita than anywhere else on the planet.

High-flyers pay a price in misery at home

More than two-thirds of people with a household income over £100,000 have unhappy private lives, a study has found

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