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Back in 2011, if I recall correctly, the World Bank published a report predicting the demise of the US dollar as the major reserve currency by 2025, which is next year (oops…sorry). According to the report, this transition will be driven by emerging market growth rates of 4.7% annually, compared to only 2.3% for developed…

When whipping up meals for your loved ones, it is not just about what is on the plate, it is about your vibe too. According to Ayurvedic teachings, which have been around for a few thousand years, the cook’s emotional state can actually influence the quality of the food. So, if you are feeling like…

It is that time of year again when the “big boys” of Wall Street roll out their glittering 2025 outlooks, each more meticulously polished than the last. As part of my annual tradition, I have been diving into these reports with a side of skepticism. Think of it as my version of holiday reading, decoding…

Wharton’s Matt Killingsworth has discovered something that might make your wallet (and your heart) a little lighter. Happiness apparently keeps climbing alongside your income, smashing through previous expectations like a caffeinated stock market. Who knew money could buy smiles and surprises? Here is a section: While there is plenty of research on money and happiness,…

I periodically recycle old posts on my blog to ensure that new clients can benefit from valuable content they may have missed. Today, I’m revisiting an insightful post on George Soros, a figure I greatly respect as one of the most exceptional investors on my radar. I must confess that my investment approach is influenced…

When we take a step back and truly reflect, it is clear there is much to be grateful for in our home country. Yet, we must also acknowledge the harsh reality that millions of people are not as fortunate. Inflation continues to be a relentless force, eroding the financial stability of the most vulnerable among…

As 2024 draws to a close, this week’s blog post will be a bit lighter than usual mainly because I’m swimming in a sea of meetings, calls, and last-minute to-dos. It is that time of year when my calendar looks less like a tool for organization and more like an abstract piece of modern art…

As 2024 wraps up and we begin to peek into 2025 because let us face it, that calendar switch always sneaks up on us and it is the perfect time to take a step back and get your investment strategy in order. The markets never fail to keep us on our toes, throwing surprises our…

Happy new month! Should I just keep regurgitating a lot of things that I have been spewing on and off here? The year is slowly drawing to a close. Some of my clients and partners are even more quickly disappearing off on holiday – how lucky. I have started working on my New Year letter…

In a recent series of conversations about managing family offices including meetings with some really smart people in this part of the world, I not only learned a lot but also enjoyed a few chuckles along the way. Well, managing wealth might be serious business but it does not mean we cannot laugh at the…