Investors must be aware of heightened political risks following Donald Trump’s win in the US election, including keeping an eye on developments in Europe

The digital revolution has created new, higher standards that customers now expect as the norm in all areas of their lives. But in too many cases the investment industry is struggling to match expectations

Given the low yield environment, fixed income investing is less able to play its traditional role. But rather than taking on more risk to hunt for yield, should bonds be used in a more defensive manner to diversify portfolios? 

With a new government in place, Brazil looks set to leave its economic woes behind, which bodes well for the region as a whole

Brexit, the US election and the rise of populism are just some of the geopolitical risks stalking global markets. How significant are these threats, and how should private portfolios be positioned in response?

Fears of an imminent US recession have abated and recent economic data looks strong, but is the country really in as good a shape as its record-breaking equity markets would suggest?

The prospects for emerging markets look better than they have done for some time while equity valuations remain attractive. Is now the time to invest?

Jersey is becoming something of a centre for alternative investments while there are also signs of private banks returning to the island