Tag: investment insights
BRICS summit and expansion – a new frontier for global investors?
Russia is hosting the latest BRICS summit in a strategic demonstration of strength and unity as it seeks to challenge the geopolitical dominance of the West. The BRICS group – comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa -has evolved beyond i...
Israel-Iran tensions and the global economic fallout
As tensions escalate between Israel and Iran, the world is watching with bated breath, and financial markets are bracing for a potential economic shock. The deployment of additional US troops and advanced anti-missile systems to Israel highlights how seri...
Entrepreneurship is key to Europe’s $1 trillion missed opportunity
The recent release of Mario Draghi’s long-awaited report on European Union competitiveness has sparked discussions across the financial and business world. While the report is rich in policy recommendations for bolstering Europe’s competitive edge, one st...
Dubai gains as UK millionaires flee high taxes
As the Halloween horror budget approaches in the UK, scheduled for October 30, an ominous cloud looms over wealthy Britons, prompting many to consider leaving the country. This migration trend began under the Conservative government, which pushed UK taxes...
These two themes will provide ‘floor’ for Big Tech prices
Investors have witnessed a marked shift in market behaviour in recent weeks. The once seemingly invincible Big Tech stocks have faced pressure, no longer reaching new all-time highs, even as the broader S&P500 index posted record highs earlier this we...
Global inflation highs are over – new era for investors
After years of contending with elevated inflation, all major central banks around the world have started to reverse their aggressive rate-hiking strategies. The Federal Reserve, European Central Bank (ECB), and the Bank of England, amongst their peers, ar...
Diversifying out of the US is now crucial
The dominance of the US stock market in recent years, led by tech giants like Apple, Microsoft, and Nvidia, has been undeniable. These Magnificent Seven companies have driven much of the growth in US equities, with the S&P 500 reaping the rewards of t...
Beyond Nvidia – broader US stocks are in great shape
As the market frenzy surrounding Nvidia’s meteoric rise and subsequent volatility begins to wane, investors should take a moment to appreciate the broader health of the US stock market. While the chipmaker has captivated headlines with its spectacular gai...
Why investors should embrace volatility
Investors are often spooked by market volatility, with recent events like the 1,000-point drop in the Dow Jones Industrial Average on August 5, serving as a stark reminder of the stock market’s inherent unpredictability. When headlines are filled with dra...
Gold to Hit $3,000 in Q2 2025: Prediction
Gold prices have been smashing records recently and showing no signs of slowing down. As of the latest trading session, spot gold held firm at a record high of $2,508.14 per ounce, while US gold futures climbed to an unprecedented $2,540.80 per ounce duri...
The global wealth map is being redrawn
The global landscape for the wealthy elite is shifting rapidly, with Europe at the forefront of a dramatic reconfiguration. Recent political changes and tax reforms across the continent have triggered a wave of concern among high-net-worth individuals (HN...
Buffett’s big Apple sale: A bullish opportunity for investors?
In a surprising turn, Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway has dramatically reduced its stake in Apple, shedding 55.8% of its holdings in the tech giant over the first half of 2024. While some might interpret this as a signal to abandon ship, I believe it’...
Elon Musk warns of US fiscal crisis, investors take note
The world’s richest individual, Elon Musk, has sounded the alarm on the United States’ fiscal health, declaring, “America is going bankrupt btw,” on his social media platform, X. This stark pronouncement was made in response to a post by Billy Markus, the...
Why High Net Worth Individuals Are Flocking to Alternative Assets
High net worth individuals (HNWIs) are increasingly gravitating towards alternative assets. This trend is more than a passing phase; it’s a seismic shift driven by a confluence of factors ranging from market volatility to the pursuit of superior returns....
Fed and Trump shooting boost gold – what you need to consider
Gold prices surged this week to a record high of $2,465 per troy ounce amid prospects of Federal Reserve interest rate cuts and the potential return of Donald Trump to the US presidency. Savvy investors around the world are clearly feeling it’s time to bo...