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Market Update 9th May 2022

The Bank of England’s quarter point rise in the UK bank rate was also fully expected. We should though add a little critical commentary on its powers of forecasting.

Bringing balance back to capitalism: the next decade

This asymmetric capitalism is one of the four main excesses of modern times that we believe − and which history suggests − must reverse.

Ukraine Conflict – What is the Outlook for Asia?

The geopolitical risk barometer has risen to a level last seen during the Cuban missile crisis, with Russia stating readiness of their nuclear arsenal.

UBS Investor Sentiment: Investors Concerned About the War Yet Stay the Course with their Portfolios

The survey found business owners tempering their hiring and investment plans and are focusing on increasing their employee benefits, IT spending and upgrading talent.

Russia hit tops $8bn for European banks

European banks are counting the rising cost of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine as they brace for a wave of defaults and write down the value of their operations in the country.

Discover what influences philanthropic giving by the ultra wealthy

The report begins with an exploration of global philanthropy, charting the significant role played by the ultra wealthy because of the scale of their giving.

Could UK economy be more fragile than BoE believes?

The economy may be less robust than Bank of England has concluded, possibly impacting the outlook for further rate hikes.

Five financial truths about Millennials at 40

Results from the 2021 Natixis Global Survey of Individual Investors reveal how Millennials are changing.

Future bright for Shell as energy worries helps oil and gas taps flow

Shareholder’s will also be able to continue to benefit from the higher commodity prices via the dividend which was increased and the implied increase to the full year share buyback program.

Mirabaud Asset Management Announces the Closing of the Mirabaud Grand Paris Strategy

Clients are also able to invest in commercial real estate and logistics buildings through pooled real estate club deals, attracting over €500m in investment, bringing total private assets to close to €1bn.

How will consumption patterns change with the next generation?

Demographic patterns and changes are a key driver of demand and consumption of goods.

Norway's Wealth Fund Sees Reversal of Globalization

Norway's sovereign wealth fund has a value of $1.2 trillion.

Adding value through multibanking

The primary use cases for multibanking will be in areas such as account aggregation and transferring funds between accounts.

Switzerland and the UK deepen partnership

On Thursday, both sides praised the quality of bilateral relations based on shared values and leadership in research, education and innovation.

Guernsey Finance launches Effective Philanthropy report at seminar

To demonstrate this, Guernsey Finance, the promotional agency for Guernsey’s financial services sector, is hosting a seminar on 28 April in London.

Today and beyond: The next generation challenges the status quo of family business

PwC’s Global NextGen Survey 2022

Keynote speech by Lucy Frazer MP, Financial Secretary to the Treasury

MTD is designed to reduce taxpayer mistakes, and therefore the Exchequer losses resulting from them…but it also acts as a catalyst for businesses to become more digital.

Stagflation In Context: Why A Major Recession Remains Unlikely - Coutts

We provide an explanation of stagflation, highlight the regions that could be vulnerable to it and explain why a major recession today remains unlikely

The Changing Faces of Wealth

In an increasingly complex financial world, they must now develop teams of specialists, capable of defining strategies both on a geographical and thematic basis using the most appropriate products.

Commodities strike back

Commodities have recently experienced a period of growth and increased volatility.

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