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Private bank Hampden hails progress

We’re very pleased with the progress that has been made

Equilibrium funds grow to £500m AUM in first six months

Equilibrium managing partner Gaynor Rigby told New Model Adviser® in February that launching the funds created no conflict of interest, but simply improved the firm's efficiency.

George Soros’ radical plan to save the EU from its next financial crisis

Later, his understanding that markets aren’t self-correcting helped him navigate the thorny markets in the aftermath of the 2008 global financial crisis.

Julius Baer successfully closes acquisition of Reliance Group

This acquisition significantly strengthens Julius Baer’s strategic position in Brazil

Mayfair-based private investment firm expands SME lending

The Fund will operate for three years, and thereafter there will be a 12-month run-off period.

Smith & Williamson wants to double Irish arm amid IPO plan

Firm has signalled it may float on London Stock Exchange in second half of 2019 about 8 hours ago

Harwood spends £11m on deals over six months

I am pleased to report that the team has managed to execute nine deals over the period

Did UK lose this Russian billionaire's rare treasures?

I am now discussing with my lawyers the possibility of suing British customs

Future giving Engaging the next generation

How will you build philanthropy into the DNA of your own family?

Jeff Prestridge: Invesco is putting its financial interests above those of shareholders - it should let 'Enhanced Income' go to the investors

There to defend the interests of shareholders (investors), they are persuading investment managers to reduce their charges.

Star fund manager Andy Brown adds £43million dividend payment to his wealth

Now the founder of Cedar Rock Capital has added a record £43 million dividend payment to his wealth.

AFH hunts for bigger IFAs to buy

AFH had cash reserves of £23.7m at the end of April, while the amount it is required to hold for regulatory purposes is just £2.5m.

Millions in Baltic Scandal Frozen at Julius Baer

The bank was privatized in an emergency measure in 2011.

International wealth boutique buys into UK IFA

London-based wealth manager Dolfin has formed a strategic partnership with the advisory group Alexander House Financial Services.

Jersey Crowned Best IFC at WealthBriefing Asia Awards 2018

Jersey has won the award for ‘Best International Finance Centre’ at the WealthBriefing Asia Awards 2018, underlining the jurisdictions reputation as a world-leading international finance centre (IFC).

The 20 most expensive cities in the world

UBS Global Wealth Management has published its study into the cost of living around the world.

Union Bancaire Privée to acquire Luxembourg private bank

UBP has the necessary capacity to further develop the products, services and operations in Luxembourg, while Carnegie can focus on its domestic markets

Hawksmoor Posts Strong Growth and a Return to Profitability in 2017 Annual Report

The Distribution Fund passed the £100m mark in 2017

Invesco is embroiled in a row with its former fund as it refuses to lower management fees

They also were not proposing to charge a performance fee, which Invesco did.

UBS Wealth in big hedge fund push

The firm’s recommended allocation is indeed big compared to other private banks.

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