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Wealth Predictions for 2020

Collins Dictionary even made it their ‘word of the year’ as millions joined climate change protests around the world.

Risk management in a sluggish economy by Michael Saunders

To sum up on the current situation, economic growth is sluggish, spare capacity is rising, while inflation is subdued

Advisers fairly confident over 2020 investment landscape

Alan Chan director and chartered financial planner at IFS Wealth & Pensions, believes that 2020 is likely to be a difficult year for investments following Brexit as the country tries to “find its feet”.

ESMA values EU AIFs at €5.8trn

The two sectors with the largest percentage of retail investors, Funds of Funds with 31% and Real Estate with 21%, are also the sectors where the report finds potential issues linked to liquidity.

A $239 Billion Money Manager Says the World’s Profit Expectations Are Too High

“Earnings expectations are much higher for this year and there could be some room for volatility,” Nolting said in an interview in Singapore.

The Netherlands: The new El Dorado for venture capital funds?

All of this points towards an undeniable upswing in the Dutch private equity and VC market.

Less Research? No Problem, Hedge Funds Say.

Some investors say they are benefiting from new regulations that have reduced analyst coverage of stocks

Big targets are the only way to change the world

To build a business that changes the world, you need to think differently.

What will private banking look like in 2020?

Governments are increasingly focused on cross-border arrangements and structures, and have implemented regulatory schemes that require the exchange of tax-related information.

New listings in 2019 push TISE towards 3,000 mark

These listings were of particular note in a year where other equity markets were receding.

Italy's Intesa CEO does not see M&A opportunities in Europe in 2020

“I believe that the path of consolidation of the European banking sector will take much longer,” he said at the sidelines of an event in Turin

HSBC commences sale of French retail business

HSBC is weighing possible interest from rival French lenders such as La Banque Postale, Credit Agricole as well as Credit Mutuel, Milleis Banque and BNP Paribas.

2020 predictions for asset management

Models will continue to gain ground.

Monetary Massacre Theory by Tim Price

What became known as Jonestown would represent, to its believers, a socialist paradise and a haven from media scrutin

Brexit will have limited impact on UAE tourism

The UAE offers an attractive lifestyle and, of course, a tax free income that is far from the case in the UK.

How to get a private equity job in Munich

Not all private equity funds in Germany are in Munich

Inflation: try to remain calm by Tim Price

Who invests when expected returns are negative?

7IM - New decade, new era: three sectors that could make for a roaring Twenties for investors

Despite a slowing world economy, Terence Moll, Head of Investment Strategy at 7IM, believes there are fresh opportunities for investors during the so-called ‘Twenties’.

European Central Bank Continues Assessing 'Feasibility And Merits' Of Digital Currencies

Innovation in digital payment systems, Lagarde said in the Wednesday interview, should help meet the urgent need for faster and cheaper cross-border transactions.

A Framework for All Seasons? Speech by Mark Carney

Bank of England Research Workshop on The Future of Inflation Targeting

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