10/03/2012
Don't Expect Miracles In Europe, UBS Chairman Says
Investors would be wise not to expect miracles out of Europe anytime soon, said Axel Weber, chairman of the board at UBS Bank.
Comment, Analysis & Research
10/03/2012
A stellar year for corporate bonds continues - Coutts
Bonds come in all shapes and sizes – for example, there are government bonds, investment-grade corporate bonds, high-yield bonds and emerging-market bonds.
10/03/2012
And while we’re on the subject of HMRC….
The Liechtenstein Disclosure Facility (LDF) is now three years old and has proved to be a rare success story for HMRC.
10/03/2012
Super Rich More Likely To Live In Blue States: Wealth-X
The states with the most multimillionaires have strong political preferences.
10/02/2012
French wealth tax: How it affects some UK citizens
The south of France has long been a prime destination for wealthy UK citizens
10/02/2012
“Green shoots” spotting: wise to be cautious - Arbuthnot Banking Group
After making allowance for the “Jubilee” effect, the underlying economy was probably flat (at worst) in the second quarter.
10/02/2012
Rothschild Asset Allocation report - October 2012
The world’s two most important central banks are now committed to stimulus programmes that are potentially unlimited in size.
10/01/2012
A good environment for gold to shine - Coutts
Investors sing gold’s praises as the US Federal Reserve cranks up the printing press against the backdrop of continuing global economic and political uncertainty.
09/30/2012
When in doubt, we blame the numbers by Justin Urquhart Stewart
After all, statistics can be spun in any way we wish. However, the GDP figures that are so prominently in most economic statements from politicians seem to be one of the least efficient and reliable to be measuring the state of the economy.
09/30/2012
Coutts: Spotlight Switzerland
Economic Outlook for Switzerland: the strong Swiss franc makes it increasingly difficult for companies to compete with foreign competitors.
09/27/2012
The heat is on – why tax evaders face sun, sand and HMRC by Helen Relf
Vince Cable’s reference to tax havens as ‘sunny places for shady people’ at the Lib Dem’s conference, hits upon one of the hotly debated tax issues of the year. Monaco has been in the press a great deal over the past week – m
09/26/2012
Africa could have up to 200 'hidden' billionaires
"Many of these people escaped to London or other countries in order to preserve their wealth. But it is going to get more and more difficult."
09/26/2012
Christine Lagarde: 'Women can't have it all'
IMF head Christine Lagarde says women must accept that there will be "failures" if they attempt to juggle a career and raise children at the same time.
09/26/2012
Complaints about banks up 59%, says FSA
Complaints rose by 59% compared with the second half of 2011 to 3.58 million, the Financial Services Authority (FSA) said.
09/25/2012
Morgan Stanley wealth management interview with CNBC
All references must be sourced to CNBC.
09/25/2012
Jobs cull as Europe's banks step up costs battle
European banks have admitted they have a cost problem, and must now show skeptical investors they are doing all they can to lead a profitable life without the crutch of bloated jobs, bonuses and business lines.
09/24/2012
Banking must return to '19th century' principles
Regulators should embrace historic principles of banking to prevent new financial failures, according to a report from the Adam Smith Institute.
09/24/2012
Wealthy Asians ready to take discretionary plunge
They’re tired of losing money so now is the time for specialised money management, argues the Asia chief of ABN Amro’s private bank, Hugues Delcourt.
09/24/2012
What has been is not Necessarily what will be by Justin Urquhart Stewart
Beware the fashion fads.
09/24/2012
Barclays Optimistic On Asian Infrastructure and High Yield Bonds
Barclays has revealed its monthly flagship Wealth and Investment Management research dedicated to providing investment advice and recommendation to investors across the region.