Glencore and Rio Tinto are in preliminary talks that could lead to an all-share merger, creating the world's largest mining firm. The deadline for a decision is 5 February 2026. Read the latest.
Financial News explores the major themes set to shape the UK wealth management sector in 2026, including consolidation, regulation, and cryptocurrency. Read our in-depth analysis.
Analysis of the three key US security interests in Greenland and the potential methods, including military action, President Trump might use to secure control. Read the full strategic breakdown.
Senior Labour figures criticise Fabian Society chief for branding Green party a 'threat'. Calls grow for Labour to embrace popular wealth tax policy supported by 80% of its voters.
Discover the nine key financial strategies used by society's richest, from investing over saving to building multiple income streams. Learn how to adopt a wealth mindset today.
HSBC Asset Management CEO Nicolas Moreau details the firm's strategic commitment to Asia, highlighting growth in China and India despite market volatility. Discover the future plans.
The Financial Conduct Authority concludes its investigation into private equity-backed advice firms without enforcement action. Discover the details and regulatory implications.
A former City trader reveals his 'Crazy Plan' to build a £1bn portfolio. Discover how regular saving and investing could transform your financial future, even on a modest income.
The UK's reparations debate faces practical hurdles over funding and scope. Critics argue it must target inherited colonial wealth and include India's vast claims.
The world's billionaires saw their fortunes surge by a record $1.7 trillion in 2025, driven by AI and tech stocks, as wealth inequality reaches new extremes. Read the full analysis.
Financial experts reveal actionable steps to enhance your retirement savings in the new year, from utilising salary sacrifice to tracking down lost pensions.
Beyoncé has officially joined the billionaire ranks, Forbes reports. Her wealth, driven by massive tour success and business ventures, places her among an elite group of musicians.
Industry leaders argue that asset managers and wealth managers must forge a 'great partnership' to meet evolving client demands and navigate a complex financial landscape. Discover the strategic shift needed for future growth.
The AI stock market surge has added over half a trillion dollars to the fortunes of America's top tech founders, with Elon Musk's wealth nearing $645bn. Explore the full rankings and economic implications.
Barclays and NatWest are in a £2.5bn takeover battle for Evelyn Partners, a wealth manager with £64.6bn in assets. Discover the high-stakes auction details.
Asset manager Janus Henderson agrees to a £7.4bn acquisition by Nelson Peltz's Trian Fund Management. Discover the deal's impact on the UK financial sector.
HSBC has recruited former Citi veteran Ida Liu to head its global private banking division, aiming to strengthen its wealth management services for ultra-high-net-worth clients.
The battle for CNN's parent company highlights a dysfunctional US media system prioritising profit over public interest. Discover the implications for democracy.
James Price argues the festive message of Dickens and The Muppets is that sharing wealth, not hoarding it, brings prosperity and joy. Discover the economic lesson for Christmas.
New ABS figures expose Australia's skewed tax system, where the richest 10% receive $22bn in super breaks while JobSeeker recipients languish below the poverty line. Discover the true cost of inequality.
UBS Asset Management hires former LGIM chief investment officer Sonja Laud to co-lead its combined investment unit overseeing £1.6tn. Discover the strategic move reshaping the fund management landscape.
Switzerland's overwhelming rejection of a 50% inheritance tax offers a stark lesson for the UK's fiscal debate. Discover why capital flight fears should shape Westminster's approach.
The FCA's Consumer Duty overhaul may free wealth managers from rigid annual reviews, focusing on client needs. Discover the future of financial advice in the UK.
Elon Musk's fortune has soared to an estimated $600bn, with a potential SpaceX IPO set to push it to $677bn. Discover how Tesla and xAI fuel his unprecedented wealth.
Rising costs from energy to staffing are forcing UK family offices to adapt their strategies. Discover how they are navigating the squeeze and protecting wealth.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves's proposed 'mansion tax' on properties over £5m divides opinion. Is it a fair wealth levy or a spiteful policy? Explore the details and reactions.
Young Americans are locked out of home ownership, with the median first-time buyer now 40. Explore the broken social contract and the generational wealth gap fuelling anger.
Contrary to conservative warnings, New York's wealthiest are not fleeing after Zohran Mamdani's mayoral win. Property data and experts reveal a commitment to the city.
A stark economic divide defines the 2025 holiday season. While a wealthy minority fuels luxury spending, many face rising costs and poverty. Explore the data behind the 'K-shaped' economy.
Four protesters arrested after custard and apple crumble thrown at the Imperial State Crown display. Group demands citizen's assembly to 'tax extreme wealth'. Full story.