Managers of Wealth Americas

Blockchain A Blessing And A Curse For Global Banks

The much-hyped blockchain may hit global investment bank earnings before any other sector, but the costs it can cut out of the whole financial market can also boost their squeezed margins

Brazil corruption: $125m of dirty money 'repatriated' in 2015

Brazil has said it repatriated $125m (£86m) last year siphoned off to foreign bank accounts by corrupt officials, politicians and businessmen.

The Challenges For Wealth Managers Wanting To Advise Celebrity Musicians

From the desire to associate with these entertainers to their ability to attract other clients, their appeal as client is considerable.

Northern Trust Survey: Investment Managers More Positive on U.S. Economy Despite Volatile Markets

After two quarters of declining sentiment about the U.S. economy, investment managers had more positive views on the U.S. economic outlook in the most recent quarterly survey by Northern Trust Asset Management.

Investors pull $15 billion from hedge funds

Sharp market moves have wrongfooted many firms, leading to poor performances in the first quarter from funds such as Bill Ackman's Pershing Square, and rankling investors already disgruntled over fee structures charging 2 per cent for management as w

The Rise of the Most Powerful Idea in Investing

But the most important reason might just be the power of the passive idea itself.

Billionaire Investor Jeremy Grantham Turns to Venture Capital

Venture capital has always been a high-risk, high-reward proposition. Its current surge is finding an unlikely proponent in legendary investor Jeremy Grantham.

Argentina Delivers $597 Million Windfall to Bond Investors

"There’s high demand for Argentine paper, so those that got allocation are well positioned to gain," said Jorge Piedrahita, the chief executive officer at brokerage Torino Capital in New York. He sees more value in the shorter-term bonds.

Boston Private Financial Hldg Inc Issues Earnings Results, Beats Estimates By $0.04 EPS

Deutsche Bank reissued a “hold” rating and issued a $12.00 price objective on shares of Boston Private Financial Hldg in a research report on Tuesday, April 5th.

How Central Banks Could Affect Latin America ETFs

Earlier this year, Mexico's central bank surprisingly raised rates to help prop up the peso.

U.S. Securities Class Action Filings with Accounting Allegations Rise for Third Straight Year

There were 71 securities class action filings with accounting allegations in 2015

Financial stability oversight council update on review of asset management products and activities

The asset management industry’s increasing significance to financial markets and to the broader economy underscores the need for the Council’s consideration of potential risks to U.S. financial stability from this sector.

7 Most Powerful People in America's Marijuana Industry

America’s marijuana industry has bloomed in recent years with voters in more and more states voting to legalize pot in some form as public opinion on the drug seems to evolve with each generation.

2016 FOX Global Investment Survey Indicates Broad Engagement in Direct Investing by Family Offices

More than two-thirds of family offices engaged in direct investing in 2015.

A Majority Of Financial Advisors Are Focusing On Corporate Executives

Only seven percent of multi-family offices are focusing on corporate executives.

Wirehouses and Banks Control Nearly Three-Quarters of All U.S. HNW Assets

State-chartered trust companies and multi-family offices (MFOs) have experienced significant growth.

Sallie Krawcheck Shares The Worst Mistake You Can Make When Building Your Emergency Fund

There's a lot of money advice out there and sometimes it can be difficult to separate the noise from the facts.

How Did Wealthy Investors Become Wealthy?

There is more than one way to become wealthy. Just ask wealthy people.

What You Need to Know About Impact Investing

The goals of impact investing are often very ambitious, and some investors seek to promote transformational global change

Banks Struggle to Keep Pace with FinTech Disruption

Ease of use, fast service and positive customer experience all cited as advantages over banks as FinTech companies see gains in consumer adoption, referrals and trust

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