Beyond Watches and Wonders: The latest in the world of watches April 18, 2024 From Japanese anime to Elton John, here are all the latest happenings in the world of watches in the wake of the year's Watches and Wonders showcase.
Rolex watches, private jets and third homes? Here’s what it takes to be in the world’s one per cent of wealth April 13, 2024 To become a part of the wealthiest band in developed countries, you need to have at least a net worth of £1m - and in some countries, assets of up to eight digits, data from Kinght Frank’s Wealth report finds.
‘People got burnt’ the Rolex, Patek Philippe and Audemars Piguet luxury watch boom comes to an end March 30, 2024 The average price of a Rolex has fallen 8 per cent in the last twelve months to £20,768, while the average price of a Patek Philippe watch has fallen 14 per cent.
FTSE 100 today: London markets set to mirror global rally, focus on BOE policy decision March 21, 2024 Asian markets mirrored Wall Street's rise, spurred by the US Federal Reserve's maintained rate-cut plans, while gold hit record highs. New Zealand entered technical recession. Now, attention is on the Bank of England's policy decision, especially any signs of increased talks about potential rate cuts.
Gucci, Prada, and Burberry are no longer in Vogue as ‘richcession’ bruises luxury sales March 20, 2024 A profit warning from the parent brand of Gucci has sunk the share price of not only the brand but also its rivals, in the latest sign that luxury designers are falling out of fashion with investors.
Demand for Rolex and Tag Heuer watches slump as demand in China falls March 19, 2024 Monthly exports of pricey Swiss watches such as Rolex and TAG Heuer have fallen for the second time in three years, led mainly by lower deliveries to Greater China and Hong Kong.
FTSE 100 today: London markets set for quiet kickoff ahead of data-heavy week March 19, 2024 Markets saw volatility as Japanese stocks fluctuated following the Bank of Japan's decision to scrap negative interest rates, leading to a weaker yen. Meanwhile, Australia's central bank maintained rates at 4.5 per cent, with focus shifting to upcoming policy decisions from the US Federal Reserve and the Bank of England.
Moving markets: Five things shaping the FTSE 100 today March 18, 2024 Asian shares climb on strong Chinese data, while oil prices surge amid geopolitical tensions. Vladimir Putin wins 88 per cent of votes in an election devoid of opposition candidates. Major central banks take centre stage this week with pivotal decisions ahead.
Top 7: The best ski destinations in Europe for party vibes, beginners, and everything else March 6, 2024 Missing the mountains, want to get back on the piste before the ice melts or determined to finally learn to ski before the season ends? Top 7 rounds up the best late season snow breaks . . . .
Scrapping non-dom status will make some of London a ghost town March 5, 2024 If we start taxing non-UK income and assets, we may as well pack non-doms bags for them. There is a better way, says Steve Rigby Are the leaks suggesting Jeremy Hunt is ready to scrap tax rules for non-doms to be taken seriously? Or was this one of the now-traditional pre-Budget exercises in kite-flying to [...]