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Why Spain is the ultimate destination for the ultra-wealthy

In Spain, access to outdoor spaces, proximity to nature, security, and a strong cultural and gastronomic offering are particularly influential.

"To invest in private markets, you need a tailored approach" – interview with Frédéric Rochat

Frédéric Rochat offers his perspective on illiquid assets and their presence (or absence) in private client portfolios, advocating a "tailored" approach.

Private markets AUM ‘could reach 30% of all global AUM by 2033’

The firm’s director of private markets, James Lowe, said if this turns out to be the case, it would have “significant implications” for how client portfolios are managed in the future.

UK labour market slows further in November, but unemployment rate holds steady

Estimates for payrolled employees in the UK fell by 155,000 between November 2024 and November 2025 and dropped by 33,000 on a monthly basis.

UK jobs market cools as wage growth eases

Private sector wage growth eased more sharply, falling to 3.6% from 3.9%, highlighting growing caution among employers.

2026: what's in store for EU financial regulation

The package, which will require extensive negotiation by each of the EU Parliament and EU Council in 2026, will complete the ambition of a Savings and Investments Union.

Record breaking auction for offshore wind secured to take back control of Britain's energy

A record 8.4GW of offshore wind secured in Europe’s biggest ever offshore wind auction.

“Ambition gap” widening as one in four UK adults have no financial aspirations for the next decade

The final chapter of SJP’s Real Life Advice Report reveals how sustained cost-of-living pressures and economic uncertainty are eroding people’s confidence in the future, creating apathy towards planning beyond the present.

UK economy shows glimmers of hope, but questions remain about long-term prospects

That monthly figure did beat expectations of 0.1% as the services sector continued to be the main engine of the UK economy.

Should private banks double down on asset servicing, or step back?

At the same time, banks faced rising costs from regulation, digitalisation, client demands, and the shift to alternatives.

Top Residence and Citizenship Programs for Migrating Millionaires

This is no longer a peripheral phenomenon at the margins of global mobility — it has become a defining mechanism through which capital, talent, and opportunity are being reallocated among jurisdictions.

Barclays’ study identifies key recommendations for the EU’s Savings and Investment Union

Data from the UK may also provide some reassurance to policymakers regarding the impact of other policy initiatives on levels of retail investment.

Ten Investment Convictions for 2026

Within developed market sovereign bonds, UK Gilts stand out as inflation slows and interest rate cuts loom.

Ten themes for 2026

For all the drama elsewhere, economic performance was dull.

EY named a “Verified Leader” in Industrial Cybersecurity Consulting Services (2025)

EY recognized by Westlands Advisory Navigator for Operational Technology (OT) Cybersecurity Consulting & Managed Services in 2025.

UBS CEO succession: Who is in the lead?

The process was initiated much earlier, immediately after Ermotti's return to UBS.

London property investment market faltering, says Rathbones

The investment potential of the London property market has ground to a halt, according to wealth management firm Rathbones.

Financial Services set to increase defence investment in 2026

UK financial services brace for structural change in risk management and defence spending.

Crans-Montana fire disaster: AXA suggests “round table”.

As the insurer of the municipality of Crans-Montana and the "Le Constellation" bar, AXA Switzerland has proposed a roundtable discussion with all parties involved.

Nicolò Di Giacomo, Head of Family Office at Banor, on trends in the asset management industry

This deep-dive conversation provided invaluable insights for ultra-high-net-worth families, investors, and finance professionals.

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