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Inflation: what next?
Inflation will inevitably rise sharply in coming months as the Russian invasion of Ukraine has added to the ongoing commodity price shock. Inflation may approach 8–9% across a number of the major economies, which is well above inflation targets. Key factors: Supply...
Is a recession on the cards?
Central banks are currently facing a complex situation: ignoring the inflation crisis is not an option but tightening too fast could easily tip the economy towards a recession. The economic growth projections have been lowered across all economies, largely in reaction...
ANDPAPERS Q2 2022 | CENTRAL BANKS ON THE MOVE
The devastating impact of the war in Ukraine has had profound economic repercussions. Russia and Ukraine represent a small share of global GDP and financial markets, but the spike in oil and gas prices triggered by the conflict (and the subsequent sanctions) has...
Central banks: demand management or demand destruction?
The devastating impact of the war in Ukraine has had profound economic repercussions. The spike in oil and gas prices triggered by the conflict (and the subsequent sanctions) has raised the threat of the worst stagflation shock since the 1970s. The Ukraine invasion...
Calling the shots
Kate Miller of London & Capital and Jack Meskunas of Oppenheimer discuss the importance of investing captive assets and finding the right asset manager to ensure a captive operates efficiently and effectively. Asset management has a fundamental role in ensuring a...
INVESTMENT RISK MANAGEMENT FOR INSURERS: HOW EFFECTIVE IS VALUE AT RISK (VAR)?
For P&C insurers operating today, managing evolving investment risk, and accurately assessing your asset-liability risk profile, have quickly risen up the list of internal challenges and priorities. For some insurers, traditional measures of risk seem to paint a...
How to ensure you can maintain your lifestyle after divorce
When going through a divorce, financial stress is a major issue for many people. It only exacerbates the emotional upheaval of the process. The uncertainty about the new future raises one key question: will I have enough money to maintain my lifestyle after a divorce?...
Cashflow Modelling for US Citizens living in the UK
Cashflow modelling is a useful tool to help clients plan their financial future, especially when clients are facing significant life changing events such as divorce. Wealth Managers will combine the cashflow modelling with clients investment objectives to create a...
After 2021, what will drive equity markets going forward?
2021 was a booming year for equity investors, but it is evident that 2022’s backdrop is likely to be quite different. We believe stock market investors will keep a keen eye on monetary policy, as this is expected to drive volatility and stock market valuations. After...
Investment Desk Bulletin February 2022
London & Capital's monthly Investment Desk Bulletin gives you direct insight into how our investment specialists are interpreting the current markets and building this into your portfolio. Each month a member of our Investment Desk will be giving a summary of the...
The Debrief Webinar | Q1 2022
We invite you to sit down with our Chief Investment Officer, Pau Morilla Giner, and Head of the Private Investment Office, Iain Tait, as they debrief on the last quarter and look ahead to potential market trends for Q4. They examine the geo-political shifts, cyclical...
Why modern families need a modern wealth manager
The next generation of wealthy individuals are being driven towards sustainable investing and the desire for a more personalised digital service. Many are also eager to implement their financial plans at an earlier age than their parents. The onus is on wealth...