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John Duffield, head of fixed-income for Asia-Pacific at MF Global, has converted his Bali home, Villa Bukit Naga, into a luxury resort.
By Lara Wozniak
27 October 2009
For money or glamour, there are many reasons to back a film – but consider yourself a patron of the arts, not an investor, that way you’ll be pleasantly surprised if you make a profit.
By Daniel Inman
20 April 2009
Fine wine becomes an asset class all of its own.
By Edward Russell
14 April 2009
Should you seek advice from a global bank or a boutique? We talk to private bankers about the advantages of each model.
By Lara Wozniak | 9 April 2009
If you own a corporate jet in Hong Kong or China be mindful of these operational issues.
By Guy Facey, Withers | 28 November 2008
A luxury yacht is easy to purchase and can be a home away from home, but it pays to understand what it takes to operate and maintain a large sea-going vessel.
By Edward Russell | 18 November 2008
It is important to follow a strategy that focuses on consistent growthrather than to chase market trends.
A secretive viewing of Argyle's pink diamonds reveals some true gems.
By Sameera Anand | 21 December 2007
Countries like Thailand and Malaysia are waking up to the benefits that second-home buyers can bring to the economy.
By Nick Ferguson | 19 December 2007
Affordable technology and oil revenues have boosted economic growth rates and changed the fate of Africa.
Watershed Wines in Western Australia is passionate about making wine and growing truffles, but the company is equally enthusiastic about making money.
By Cherie Marriott | 6 December 2007
A truly uncorrelated asset class yielding stable returns.
By Michael Stahel, Hilary Paul, Christian Bruns | 4 December 2007
While volatility remains high, investors will need to distinguish between purely speculative trades and allocations backed by fundamental value.
By Walter Edelmann | 30 November 2007
Last week the 2006 En Primeur releases were interrupted by the Vinexpo wine trade fair in Bordeaux.
By Berry Bros & Rudd | 27 June 2007
Over the past 10 days there has been a trickle of releases from Bordeaux.
By James Owen | 8 June 2007
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