How does a family dynasty stay relevant for centuries? Maria Ahlström-Bondestam and Pauline Borg are members of the fifth generation of Finland's Ahlström family. Both have considered wealth an opportunity to affect change, not just a comfort, since childhood.
ライフスタイル
Two approaches for a rapidly ageing world
Many countries are coping with ageing populations, below-replacement birth rates, and the resulting economic and societal impacts. Among the responses, time-banking systems are increasingly popular, but cannot meet the challenges of elder care alone.
Sustainability
Food security in Asia
Natural disasters, wars and political crises make food supplies more difficult and food more expensive. Examples from Singapore and Indonesia show how fluctuations can be mitigated and supplies guaranteed.
金融知識
Bill Gross, the Bond King
Gross pioneered active bond trading and became an investing superstar - until hubris caught up with him.
How does a family dynasty stay relevant for centuries? Maria Ahlström-Bondestam and Pauline Borg are members of the fifth generation of Finland's Ahlström family. Both have considered wealth an opportunity to affect change, not just a comfort, since childhood.
ライフスタイル
Two approaches for a rapidly ageing world
Many countries are coping with ageing populations, below-replacement birth rates, and the resulting economic and societal impacts. Among the responses, time-banking systems are increasingly popular, but cannot meet the challenges of elder care alone.
企業家精神
Exit strategy: How startup founders plan a successful start-up exit
Learn how start-up founders can effectively plan their exit strategy. Explore key considerations, timing, and options for a successful transition.
ライフスタイル
Conserving art: the complexities of the contemporary
From feathers to food, the unconventional materials artists often use in their artworks present a range of conservation challenges. What should collectors consider before investing in a work that uses these materials?
企業家精神
Lessons from history on business longevity
Successful family-owned businesses show that the keys to longevity are not size or fast growth, but a commitment to quality, adaptability, and family values.
企業家精神
GenAI at LGT: "We will evolve together"
As Head of Data and Innovation, Simon Gomez is responsible for generative artificial intelligence (GAI) at LGT Private Banking. In this interview, he talks about the benefits and limitations of GAI, and why humans (and our faith in them) remain a top priority at LGT.
ライフスタイル
Donating art: the gifts that keep on giving
On the title cards of artworks in major museums and galleries, you'll often see the words "gift of", recognizing the individuals whose donations enable everyone to experience the best of the world's art and culture.
企業家精神
Artificial intelligence and the art of imitation
The evolution of AI - humankind's attempt to artificially imitate its own intelligence.
企業家精神
The Monobloc chair at 50
In a scene from the iconic 1967 movie The Graduate, an older man offers career advice to an aimless new college graduate played by Dustin Hoffman: "One word: Plastics. There's a great future in plastics."
企業家精神
Top 10 Insights of 2024
These were the stories that struck a chord with our readers in 2024: from Warren Buffett's secret to success, to innovations making superfoods like avocados more sustainable, to the rise of robots in renewable energy.
Sustainability
Food security in Asia
Natural disasters, wars and political crises make food supplies more difficult and food more expensive. Examples from Singapore and Indonesia show how fluctuations can be mitigated and supplies guaranteed.
金融知識
Bill Gross, the Bond King
Gross pioneered active bond trading and became an investing superstar - until hubris caught up with him.
投資戦略
Powering the future
Global decarbonisation means more electrification and less fossil fuels. The solution to growing electricity demand? Energy from renewable sources. These are often the most efficient and cost-effective.
金融市場
Private markets offer opportunities for investors with a long-term horizon
Both private equity and private debt can provide valuable diversification and risk-adjusted returns.
Sustainability
Understanding carbon markets
With markets in many countries, trading in carbon credits is an essential feature of the journey to global net-zero emissions. An overview.
金融知識
Joseph Stiglitz: How to save capitalism from itself
The Nobel laureate believes that neoliberal economics and unfettered markets are failures. His remedy? More government intervention.
投資戦略
What US tariffs could mean for some of Europe’s largest companies
If US President Donald Trump's promised higher import tariffs are enacted, world trade will be significantly affected. But some industries are better placed than others to weather the storm.
金融市場
Changing perspectives: From emotional trades to efficient portfolios
Emotions and rumours often drive investors to make buy or sell decisions at the worst possible times. Focusing on their overall portfolio rather than on individual transactions can help them avoid this pitfall.
Sustainability
The long road to decarbonisation
The greenhouse effect was identified as early as the early 19th century - and largely ignored. We look at how decarbonisation has increasingly come into focus over the last 300 years.
投資戦略
The transformative force of industrial automation
As automation and robotics become more sophisticated, they're proving even better at helping manufacturing businesses to meet their global challenges.
