Private banking
Banking services for the wealthy investor are typically more sophisticated, and can be tailored to the requirements of the individual customer and his family. A much broader ranger of products and services are on offer to rich customers.
Articles
22/09/2004
Introduction to Private Banking
Private banking services are designed to suit the requirements of those wealthier-than-average individuals whom banks consider are worth investing more time in. This can vary widely from bank to bank, and will also depend to a large extent on how much business you as an individual can potentially bring a bank.
25/01/2007
Wealthy investors embrace alternative investments
Amid an uncertain economy and lacklustre stock market performance, a new study by Northern Trust, one the USA's largest private wealth managers, has revealed the asset allocation trends of high-net worth households, a leading indicator of stock market activity in 2006.
News
20/08/2008
Alternatives back in favour with wealthy investors
Many wealthy individuals who held alternative investments have expressed greater satisfaction over the last 12 months with every category of alternatives, including hedge funds, venture capital, real estate and private equity, than their more traditional investments, including stocks and bonds, according to a survey released last month by Bank of America.
17/07/2007
EFG Private Bank to open office in Jersey
EFG Private Bank is to expand its private banking presence in the Channel Islands by opening an office in Jersey.
08/12/2006
Investec Private Bank passes on euro rate hike again
As euro base rate hits 3.5%, the offshore bank reacted immediately.
01/09/2006
Datamonitor detects lending industry tightening its lending belt
Amid fears that consumer debt is spiralling out of control, the retail lending industry has tightened its lending criteria and is targeting good quality customers.
17/08/2006
Bradford and Bingley savings safe despite British interest rate increase
Bradford and Bingley International has responded to the bank of England's 0.25% increase in interest rates , by directly augmenting the interest rates paid on their Tracker 120 account with effect from 9th August 2006.
