Spear's Magazine

Spear’s is proud to announce the shortlist for the 2024 Spear’s Awards, in association with ADGM. This year, the ‘Oscars of the private client world’ will once again honour a fresh cohort of leaders and innovators with awards handed out across 18 different categories. The winners in each of our categories will receive their awards on 19 November at a gala ceremony at Raffles London at The OWO. Watch the video to see the shortlist and congratulations to all our finalists. Thank you to our headline partner ADGM, and our category sponsors: Abu Dhabi Investment Office, Guernsey Finance, Justerini & Brooks, Raffles London at The OWO, SilverBell Global, Unforgettable Travel Company and Porto Montenegro. Book your table for the 2024 Spear's Awards via the link: https://buff.ly/45ioaL5 See the full article announcing our shortlist here: https://buff.ly/4aW114u If you missed out on applying for the Spear's Awards, register via the link to be notified when entries for 2025 reopen: https://buff.ly/3TrQmrA

The policy upheaval following the change of government in July has ushered in an uncertain era for UHNWs based in the UK. Many have revisited their affairs as the Government gets ready to replace the remittance basis regime and introduce the new foreign income and gains (FIG) regime from next year, just as others have considered whether the possibility of rising capital gains tax rates could lead to an expensive liquidity event as a UK resident. Yet the political change could provide a valuable ‘window of opportunity’ for UHNWs to revisit the way they plan their financial affairs. Now is the time to have conversations around wealth planning and succession in family businesses that can give UHNW clients a long-term perspective, say Jeremy Franks, HSBC Global Private Banking’s head of wealth planning and advisory for the UK and EMEA, and Karina C., HSBC’s managing director for wealth planning. Read the full article now: https://buff.ly/4hcHjVR #PartnerContent

Nick Candy is expanding his footprint in the Middle East. The billionaire property developer has announced a partnership between Candy Capital and Abu Dhabi-based Modon Holding, promising to set new benchmarks for luxury in a region that is already known for its opulent developments. ‘This partnership reflects our commitment to redefining luxury living on a global scale,’ Candy said. ‘We look forward to creating iconic developments that will set new benchmarks in design and quality.’ Read the full story: https://buff.ly/3BEd2il

The Spear's Power List 2024 is OUT NOW. This definitive index acknowledges the 100 most influential people in the world of private wealth. In contrast to our other indices and rankings that focus on expert advisers and specialist service providers, the Power List showcases the figures who wield power behind the scenes, and whose everyday work is not based on client relationships. If the list is indicative of anything, it is the rapid pace of change at the top: 42 of our 100 from 2023 have been displaced in the rankings by new entrants. Congratulations to everyone featured. Discover the full rankings now: https://buff.ly/3NF6ZNq

AI is getting better and better, but it's still a long way from doing what the artist behind the latest cover of Spear's Magazine can do. (Isn't it?) Anyone who knows a little bit about graphic design will understand why art director Andrew Cowan and I were pretty excited when Noma Bar agreed to work with us on an illustration. He didn't disappoint. This was just one of several brilliant concepts he came up with to communicate the central idea behind Robert Jackman's story about the nightmare that can unfold when a principal's trusted adviser turns against them. To read the full story, which includes cautionary tales concerning rogue advisers to Prince Albert of Monaco, Eric Schmidt, Liliane Bettencourt and Kendalle Getty, along with commentary from Kedge Martin. Leadership. Governance. Next Gen. Philanthropy; Robert Brodrick; Matthew Briggs and others, click here >>> https://lnkd.in/eb7auDM5

Meet the man bringing Sotheby's into the 21st century. Former financier Charles Stewart, now CEO of the 280-year-old auction house, has ambitious plans for an even bigger slice of the $65 billion global art market. In the latest edition of Spear's Magazine, out now, digital director Stephanie Bridger-Linning meets Stewart at Sotheby's New Bond Street HQ to learn more about his plans for UHNW collectors, going digital and Middle Eastern investment. Read the full interview: https://buff.ly/3zECYd7 Photography: Chris Mcandrew (photographer)

Nestled in the heart of the Bay of Kotor, Porto Montenegro stands as one of the Mediterranean’s most coveted luxury destinations. This thriving marina village combines world-class amenities, a dynamic social calendar and diverse, enriching experiences, all underpinned by its ‘A Life Less Ordinary’ philosophy – encapsulating Porto Montenegro as a destination for people of all tastes, backgrounds and lifestyles. From superyachts and incredible shopping to a calendar packed with unmissable cultural events, there is so much to discover and embrace. Learn more about this extraordinary destination: https://buff.ly/47UF0SY #PartnerContent

The finest galleries from across the world will gather in Regent’s Park this week as Frieze London and Frieze Masters, one of the most prestigious contemporary art fairs in the world, returns to the capital.  As ever, this year promises an eclectic mix of established icons and emerging talent. With more than 160 galleries participating, the fair is a one-stop destination for collectors seeking investment-grade art. While the focus is on the art-stuffed marquee in Regent’s Park, London’s auction houses hold their autumn evening sales to coincide with the world’s artists, collectors and curators descending on the capital. Art experts from the Spear's network, including Julia Bell, Vanessa Curry, Ben Hanly and Crispian Riley-Smith reveals the works, galleries and artists not to be missed. Learn more: https://buff.ly/3XLUSCo

Spear’s is delighted to announce its partnership with the 2024 Guernsey Private Wealth Forum, which will take place in London on Wednesday 16 October. Spear’s editor-in-chief Edwin Smith will deliver an introductory speech on the theme of the forum: ‘Wealth in Transition’. Other speakers include Spear’s-ranked advisers such as Clement Hutton-Mills (Goldman Sachs), Catherine Grum (Catherine Grum Consultancy) and host of the ‘The Diary Of A CEO’ podcast, Steven Bartlett. For further information, click here: https://buff.ly/3Yc9lch

The New York Stock Exchange was a man’s world – until a few trailblazers brought the glass ceiling crashing down. In her new book, She Wolves: The Untold History of Women on Wall Street, writer, historian and professor Paulina Bren delves into the stories of these female pioneers and their ascent up the Wall Street ladder. Read her debut column for Spear's now: https://buff.ly/4eLGOQm