Summer torpor – Private Banker International
Rupert Thompson’s weekly investment commentary analyses market reactions to recent events and identifies upcoming market trends in global markets, including equities, fixed income and FX
August 18, 2026
Rupert Thompson’s weekly investment commentary analyses market reactions to recent events and identifies upcoming market trends in global markets, including equities, fixed income and FX
August 18, 2026
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Under the Draft (Securitisation Transactions) Amendment Directions, the central bank suggested that the agreement between the originator and the special purpose entity (SPE) must include a clause ensuring compliance with the ₹1 crore minimum ticket size requirement on an ongoing basis. The RBI clarified that the ticket size refers to the investment made…
Judging purely based on median yearly income, which currently sits at roughly $83,700, according to the Federal Reserve’s latest data, Americans are better off than perhaps they’ve ever been. But that metric can be deceiving, as it doesn’t capture the vast income disparity that’s rapidly becoming one of our country’s most pressing issues. Depending on…
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Almost half of all adults in the UK struggle with financial literacy. Many do not understand the three key concepts – compounding returns, inflation, and risk. Without understanding these concepts, building financial independence becomes harder. Indeed the rising levels of young people not in education, employment or training can be linked back to poor numeracy…
Morgan Stanley was the leading financial adviser for European mergers and acquisitions in the first six months of 2026 by deal value, while Rothschild & Co was the busiest by number of transactions, according to GlobalData. Morgan Stanley placed first by value, having advised on deals worth $128.3bn. Rothschild & Co came first by volume…