Managers of Wealth Americas

Erotic novel exposes Wall Street’s sexy side

She says it exposes a world of wealth and shines a light on what happens after financial heavyweights take their business from the boardroom to the bedroom.

Most Consistent Performing Alternative Asset Fund Managers In 2015

Nine venture capital fund manager achieved the highest possible score of consistent performance in 2015, up from five managers in 2014.

Do You Want The United States To Engage In A Currency War?

After the appearance of this opinion piece, Mr. Summers tweeted that "the Fed should even consider another bond buying program."

Misys: Banks See Threat from Alternative Lenders

Sixty-eight percent of the 114 respondents from 77 banks across the US, EMEA and APAC cited small business lending as being under high threat

The net worth of presidential candidates

Estimating a candidate’s net worth is difficult

J.P. Morgan Outlines Trends Driving Investment Decisions for Endowments and Foundations

Institutions are actively restructuring their risk management, specifically in fixed income, toward more return-oriented strategies.

Most want more wealth over better health: Survey

It also showed obstacles to saving effectively and a strong desire among participants for professional help in choosing the right investments.

Hurun Global Chinese Rich List 2015

This is the most robust attempt yet to track the business success of Chinese globally, and comes at a time when mainland Chinese are aggressively expanding outside of their country;

Digital experience: How to give clients exactly what they want

Ileana Sodani explores how advisory firms can harness digital innovation to enhance the client 'experience' and drive business growth

Number of DIY investors is on the rise

Hearts & Wallets estimates that 33.4 million U.S. households with $35.4 trillion in investable assets use both full-service and self-service financial advisory firms.

Black Monday? Keep calm and carry on, investors urged

Investors must, of course, be vigilant of the Black Monday events and what has led to them.

79% of Institutional Investors Use Alts: Survey

Investors in private equity, real estate and hedge funds find improved terms

BNY Mellon's Pershing Study: Broker-Dealers Need to Rethink Their Strategies In Order To Attract and Retain Top Clients

To continue to foster that culture, broker-dealers need to regularly come together with advisors in a constructive dialogue

SS&C GlobeOp Forward Redemption Indicator: August notifications 3.46%

“SS&C GlobeOp’s Forward Redemption Indicator of 3.46% for August 2015 reflects mainly seasonal influences in comparison to the 2.08% reported in July of 2015,” said Bill Stone, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, SS&C Technolog

Financial Advisors Bullish On U.S. Equities - Aberdeen Asset Management

Advisors are conflicted on how best to diversify client holdings to manage against a potential market downturn.

A self-made millionaire who interviewed 1,200 wealthy people noticed one behaviour they all have in common

In this selfish quest to make themselves happy, they have an active mindset — they go after what they want and they problem solve until they achieve it.

The World’s 20 Wealthiest Individuals Under The Age Of 35

The youngest individual on the list is Snapchat chief executive Evan Spiegel, who at the age of 25 has already amassed a personal fortune of US$1.9 billion.

J.D. Power study shows most investors still don't understand fees

The initiative – known as the second phase of the client relationship model, or CRM2 – has been anticipated for several years in the industry

Mario Gabelli: Does He Practice What He Preaches?

In the vote for Gamco’s board of directors, Mr. Gabelli had the most votes withheld of the seven people on the ballot in 2010 and 2013.

Robo Advisors Continue Growing AUM Despite Increased Competition

Despite some commentary that established financial institutions would crush fintech startups

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