Eight reasons to invest in forestry
Branching out: from flexibility to CGT and IHT relief, there are eight very good reasons to invest in forestry
By Anthony Crosbie Dawson
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Billionaire insurance tycoon and philanthropist Robert Rosenkranz on his life, career and new book ‘The Stoic Capitalist’
Spear's catches up with the Wall Street titan and chairman of Delphi Capital Management over a liquid lunch in Mayfair
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The human angle of succession
Succession planning is more than just a financial exercise – getting the human element right may be even more crucial
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Entrepreneur Ben Lamm on breathing new life into extinct species
Ben Lamm on his mammoth task of resurrecting extinct species, such as the dire wolf, woolly mammoth, Tasmanian tiger and…
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The murkier side of private markets
The rebellious French professor who is taking aim at the shadier practices of the world of private markets
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Letters to the editor: Reputation insurance, property deals and tax laws
Readers share their views on reputational issues, London property development, tax laws and more
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How expensive are hedge fund fees, really?
From the magazine: New data has reopened the debate on hedge fund fees, just as the industry's fortunes were looking…
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Shot before dawn: grace under pressure
Former Lloyds CEO Sir António Horta-Osório spoke at a Spear’s event about the pressures facing high-profile businesspeople
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Inside the libertarian charter city of Próspera
Próspera, a 'zone for employment and economic development' (ZEDE) on the Honduran island of Roatán, is an ambitious project taking…
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A career of two halves: former Manchester United goalkeeper Anders Lindegaard on his new role at UBS
Former Manchester United goalkeeper Anders Lindegaard is bringing his unique experience to wealth management in the hope of helping other…
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Is AI a saviour or a demon?
Gary Rivlin’s depiction of the chaotic scramble for AI supremacy in Silicon Valley reveals a range of very human lead…
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The real story behind private banking exodus and school VAT woes deepen
News from the high-net-worth universe from banking withdrawals to VAT on private school fees and a foodie comeback
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The renaissance of St. James’s Place?
From the magazine: St. James’s Place might just be the Lazarus of wealth management. Its CEO Mark FitzPatrick on how…
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Introducing Spear’s Magazine: Issue 95
A blueprint to becoming rich, an island for libertarian entrepreneurs and the allure of a Surrey UHNW bolthole, Spear's editor-in-chief…
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So, you’re going to be rich, what do you do now? Experts on how to handle a liquidity event
Top advisers to billionaires share their wisdom on how to manage a major 'liquidity event' such as selling a business…
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Biggest negative sentiment swing for 15 years as wealth managers reduce US exposure
The ARC Market Sentiment Survey reveals a cautious tone with one in three wealth managers reducing exposure to US in…
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How Guernsey’s private trustee structures can protect assets
Private Trust Companies and Private Trust Foundations remain effective vehicles for preserving the value of significant assets, says Rupert Pleasant,…
Trump doubles his fortune as Musk breaks wealth record in world rich list
The Forbes 39th annual World’s Billionaires list features 288 new billionaires, including a 28-year-old AI tycoon
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Wealthy British expats big winners from IHT changes
With proper planning, British expats can now enjoy greater control over their wealth without the shadow of UK IHT looming…
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How high earners can reduce their UK tax bill in 2025
Strategic tax management ensures that wealth is passed on efficiently while minimising liabilities. Spear's experts explore key tools for reducing…
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