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When family capital gets so big, nation-states begin to worry
One of the world's biggest economies might be a bit concerned about how family capital could undermine…
What family offices should know about deep fakes
Political parties and their supporters have always looked for clever ways to discredit opponents, but…
Best practices for family philanthropy
Philanthropy is a key priority for many families, but when sitting down and considering where to start,…
The doom loop for the wealthy in the UK
We have been proposing reforms to the UK's non-dom regime for some time, and so this week’s Budget D…
Cryptocurrencies: “The report of my death was an exaggeration.”
This comment was later embellished by Mark Twain when a journalist mixed him up with a dying cousin
Family offices, virtue signalling, and moral superiority
Family Capital has often been a big proponent of the good the very rich can do, improving outcomes for…
When paralegal services make business sense for family offices
If something happens that has an element of legality, it is natural to turn to a solicitor for assistance,…
India’s cherished “joint families” system is under threat. What can be done to preserve its values?
In India's business world, the Marwari community is a formidable force
The YA Global case will have widespread implications for family offices – here’s what you need to know
On November 15, 2023, the United States Tax Court held in YA Global v
Privacy is an illusion for the ultra-wealthy – why your reputation is your most valuable asset
In a world where privacy is becoming a luxury even for ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) individuals, one thing…
How Families Can Effectively Harness the Advantages of Their Capital While Avoiding the Pitfalls and Hazards of Direct Investing
This piece is the third in a three-part series published in Family Capital based on, “The Antidote t…
A classic case of a third-generation failure
Lisa Wilkinson, the third-generation chairman and owner of Wilko, a UK DIY retailer, said she was "devastated"…
Viewpoint: London’s status as the billionaire divorce capital under threat
One of the UK’s leading family judges, Mr Justice Cobb, recently gave a speech titled “London – ‘Divo…