Managers of Wealth Americas

Comment: A moment in emerging markets as risk premium returns

There are, however, existing tailwinds which could give investors comfort in overweighting the EM risk premium within an equity portfolio this year.

No such thing as easy money… 1 in 2 Canadians surveyed say it's easier to find true love than financial success

New TD survey reveals how some North Americans are approaching love and money during COVID-19

You Can't Deflate a Bubble Can You

Some of the concern about market bubbles has focused on the actions of retail investors.

IR 2020 review: manager operations scrutinized through ESG lens

The net result is that ESG considerations are now firmly entrenched in the investor relations process.

UBS Americas wealth unit rakes in record profits

Net new money for the Americas wealth unit stood at $1.4bn at the end of 2020, a turnaround from the $9.2bn in outflows it suffered at the end of the third quarter last year, according to the report.

BMO leads North American banking industry for sustainability

Bank of Montreal recognized in an annual ranking of the world's most sustainable companies

COVID has worsened inequality even as the rich thrive: Oxfam

Rising inequality means it could take at least 14 times longer for the number of people living in poverty to return to pre-pandemic levels than it took for the fortunes of the top 1,000, mostly White male, billionaires to bounce back.

What will drive bank M&A in 2021

“Consolidation is definitely in the winds,” said Stephen Curry, CEO of the bank consulting firm Endurance Advisory Partners.

Remote Possibilities: The Pro’s Guide to Long-Term Working from Home

Three professionals share their working-from-home strategies for the long haul—plus, we explore the new option of working from paradise instead

How 2020’s Challenges Have Highlighted The World’s Resilience

Now, with the benefit of nine months’ hindsight, it is worth reflecting on how the world quickly adapted to this unprecedented event.

How Biden’s First Week in Office Could Affect Your Bank Account

It is expected Biden will make moves in his first week in the Oval Office to put his $1.9 trillion plan into action and also to reverse some actions of his predecessor.

This Is What Americans Want Most From Banks

Of course, the people you speak to (whether over the phone or in person) about banking issues should absolutely treat you with respect and have a pleasant demeanor.

Why active ownership is here to stay

These connections also provide information sharing and serve as an important feedback loop into our active ownership processes.

Analysis: Many U.S. corporate boards don't fully understand the climate crisis

Almost all corporate boards suffer from "inadequate expertise in financially material ESG matters," said Tensie Whelan, the director of NYU's Stern Center for Sustainable Business.

Whistleblowing soars to record with Americans working from home

What’s more, people feel emboldened to speak out when managers and co-workers aren’t peering over their shoulders.

Three Developing Technologies That Will Change The Banking Industry

Artem Tymoshenko is a fintech expert, founder and CEO of Maxpay.

Our Five Investment Industry Predictions for 2021

What does 2021 have in store for the investment industry?

Organizing for the future: Nine keys to becoming a future-ready company

The pressure to change had been building for years.

Why going global has proved so hard for the big banks

Lenders struggle to reap gains from globalisation in the way that other industries have

Silver Linings Even in Adversity - Gary Dugan

The markets price a view that the vaccine's rollout will suppress the spread of the virus by the middle of this year.

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