Luxury brands have always held a certain allure, representing exclusivity, prestige, and superior craftsmanship. In 2023, the luxury sector rebounded strongly, with notable brands making significant financial strides. Porsche continues to lead the pack with a brand value of $36.8 billion, while Louis Vuitton and Chanel secured their positions in the top three. Notably, Lamborghini emerged as the fastest growing luxury brand.
Is it possible to live better for longer? Chronological health, while a useful reference point, can be a misleading indicator of health, according to the Longevity Center in Zurich.
For many investors, ownership of a popular professional sports club is the ultimate status symbol. Financially backing such a club often brings significant prestige and visibility along with the potential to earn significant returns. Growing interest in women's professional football is creating more opportunities for financiers – some of them women – to pursue this ambition.
The Japan Mobility Show 2023, formerly known as the Tokyo Motor Show, was held at Tokyo Big Sight from October 28 to November 5, 2023. This highly anticipated event showcased the latest advances in mobility and provided a glimpse into the future of transportation. With a record-breaking participation of 475 companies and startups from various industries, the show demonstrated the convergence of technology, innovation, and sustainability.
In the world of classic cars, few names evoke as much passion and excitement as Ferrari. Over the years, the Italian sports car brand has produced some of the most iconic and sought-after vehicles in automotive history. Among them, the Ferrari 250 GTO stands out as a true racing legend. With its sleek design, powerful engine, and rich racing heritage, this car has become a symbol of automotive excellence. In addition, it has earned the title of the most expensive Ferrari ever sold at auction, at $51.7 million.
Imagine gliding down pristine slopes surrounded by breathtaking alpine vistas. The Swiss Alps offer a ski experience like no other, combining adventure, luxury and breathtaking scenery. From iconic mountain hotels to gourmet restaurants and spas, Switzerland has it all. In this guide, we explore the top luxury ski resorts in Switzerland, highlighting their unique features, exquisite accommodations, and world-class amenities.
The realm of trophy hunting captivates and arouses the curiosity of both avid hunters and interested observers. The attraction lies in the pursuit of rare and majestic animals, the exhilaration of the hunt, and the eventual acquisition of a prized trophy of significant value. This pursuit has become highly desirable for many wealthy individuals. So what are the most expensive trophy hunts? From the regal lion to the majestic elephant, we uncover the lure and cost of these coveted trophies.
Over the past century, vintage motorcycles have become increasingly valuable, with collectors willing to pay exorbitant sums for the most pristine examples. In this article, we will explore the top five most expensive motorcycles ever sold at auction. Join us, as we delve into the fascinating world of high-priced motorcycles and their unique designs.
Private investors are becoming more important and are changing football in the background more strongly than many think. The role of super-rich owners, including oil-producing countries, is continuing to decline. Football is rapidly changing from an economic point of view after the Corona pandemic.
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Family offices were built to endure, not to expand without limit. Their strength has always come from clarity: knowing how capital is structured, why decisions were made and who carries responsibility forward. For decades that clarity emerged naturally. Teams stayed small. Structures stayed understandable. Decisions remained close to memory. Today wealth is scaling faster than that inherited model can absorb, and complexity is accelerating beyond the reach of informal understanding. The real risk is not volatility. It is losing sight of the structure that holds everything together.
Most family offices believe they are preparing the next generation. The evidence suggests they are doing something considerably more modest: including heirs in governance without equipping them to participate in it. The distinction matters because presence and preparation are not the same thing, and the gap between them is where succession risk accumulates.
Family offices take measuring investment performance seriously. From benchmarks to fee tracking, the infrastructure for investment measurement is continuous, detailed, and increasingly automated. Apply that same question to governance — how effective is your board, your family council, your oversight function? — and the answer is different. The structures may exist, but the measurement often does not.
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The defining question in Swiss wealth management is not whether artificial intelligence will replace the advisor. The more important issue is whether the information environment is coherent enough for productivity gains to hold in practice. AI has attracted attention because it promises speed, efficiency and automation. The real test is whether information across banks, entities, asset classes and documents can be brought into a form that is visible, current and usable in day-to-day work.
