The Gulf states and the family run businesses, where much of the region’s wealth is concentrated, are confronting similar challenges as both face up to an era of change
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Gulf states experience growing pains as region transforms

Fears over Trump’s trade wars add to turbulence
Although volatility returned to US equities in the early months of the year, the country's economy remains strong and markets appear well placed to continue their upward trend

Oil price fluctuations hampering GCC reforms
The oil-rich states of the Gulf Cooperation Council may talk about the need to diversify their economies and open themselves up to foreign investment, but any pick-up in the oil price seems to go hand in hand with reforms being put on the back burner

ESA proposals could harm European fund industry warns Luxembourg fund body
The European Commission’s proposals to strengthen financial supervision are likely to prove costly and are trying to fix a problem that doesn’t exist, according to Alfi

Asia can set tails wagging in Chinese Year of the Dog
There are huge opportunities to be found across Asia, but both local and global investors risk missing out

Asian private banks struggle to bridge talent gap
Asian clients are developing increasingly complex needs and demanding more from their wealth managers, making the shortage of experienced relationship managers a growing concern for private banks

Global Asset Tracker: Asia and emerging markets predicted to enjoy strong year
Most private banks expect Japanese equities to continue to perform in 2018, with European stocks also expected to do well

Chinese wealth managers put faith in family values
The wealth management industry in China is maturing, going beyond product pushing to offering a broader range of professional services, and catering to the extended family is now seen as a key consideration

Cyprus basks in glow of economic recovery but CBI clouds gather on horizon
The eastern Mediterranean island of Cyprus has staged a remarkable economic turnaround, although its citizenship by investment scheme has come in for criticism
Customisation is king for Asia’s empowered investors
Having experienced the benefits of customisation in other areas of their lives, wealthy investors now demand a more personalised service from private banks
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