The death of cliff-edge retirement: How baby boomers are retiring differently

Hollywood is full of actors who are still making movies in their 80s and 90s. For screen legends such as Harrison Ford, Helen Mirren, and Al Pacino, retirement simply isn’t on the cards. What’s more, it’s not only celebrities who are enjoying...

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Market update: Positive progress in some markets and inflation continues to ease

This July 2024 market update is brought to you by Marlborough Investment Management Equity markets in the US, Asia-Pacific and emerging markets made positive progress in June. However, Chinese equities retreated as the country’s property woes...

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8 handy mobile apps to make your life in Hong Kong easier

In recent years, Hong Kong has embraced technology as a key pillar of its economy. The 2023 Global Innovation Index – which ranks the most innovative economies in the world – ranked the Shenzen-Hong Kong-Guangzhou science and technology cluster...

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Potential financial implications of a new Labour government for international expats

As widely predicted by the polls, the Labour Party won the UK general election on 4 July 2024, ending 14 years of Conservative government. With a new cabinet in place, Prime Minister Keir Starmer has already begun implementing his agenda for...

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Market update: Mixed picture as Western equity markets rally but growth slows

This June 2024 market update is brought to you by Marlborough Investment Management Mixed picture as Western equity markets rally, growth slows and European Central Bank cuts interest rates. UK Inflation edges down, consumer confidence rises The...

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10 fabulous hidden hotspots in Hong Kong to visit in 2024

If someone asked you to describe Hong Kong, your first thoughts might be of a modern cityscape, filled with skyscrapers and businesses. While it’s true that Hong Kong has an important standing in the international business world, it also offers a...

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