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Multi-convergence: Apple creates largest hedge fund worldwide

Design does pay off. Steve Jobs did not only create the iPhone and iPad, his relentless focus on design and simplicity also created the largest company by market capitalization in the world. Being the most valuable company in the world … Continue reading

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Old vs. New in Emerging Markets… HK, The Upper House

I just touched down again in my second home, HK, for a few days of speeches, meetings and research planning. For almost a decade now I have been staying at the MO and the Landmark MO, both exquisite hotels with … Continue reading

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China is Taking Over Times Square

Starting next Monday, China will take over the “crossroads of the world”, on New York’s 2 Times Square. Renting the most prominent location on the building for up to $500,000 per month, China’s Xinhua is announcing its presence to the … Continue reading

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Co-branded Standard Chartered/Apple Campaign: Regaining Client Trust with Mobile Apps

A few weeks ago at the Monaco Fund Forum International 2011 I conducted a fireside chat on “The View From Asia”, with the Vice-chair of Franklin Templeton, Vijay Advani, and the Chairman & CEO of Nikko Asset Management, Tim McCarthy. … Continue reading

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Monaco Fund Forum International 2011 – A Review

The Monaco Fund Forum International is always of major importance for the industry – in its 21st year, it is the world’s largest asset management event, and Julian Kirby, Jenny Adams, Ed Jones and team again outdid themselves. It also … Continue reading

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Google and Gaga – New Rules of Business Success

Both Larry Page and Steve Jobs want her advice. When Apple launched Ping, Jobs asked Lady Gaga for feedback and she met with him in Cupertino to discuss social network connectivity and design. Same with Larry Google, as Gaga calls … Continue reading

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The iPad Show

April 3, 2010, birthday of the iPad. Remembering the hype of the iPod and iPhone from a few years ago I am curious on how Steve Jobs will handle the unveiling of this new hybrid device. Since nobody can actually … Continue reading

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iPad marketing lessons, brand and communication

Whether Steve Jobs again turns an industry upside down with the iPad remains to be seen, but he clearly showcased management leadership and basic marketing lessons today at the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (side note – interesting choice of … Continue reading

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MANAGER WEBSITES ‘POOR’ SAYS CESR

Asset managers have come in for criticism over the quality of information they provide on their company websites. Eddy Wymeersch, chairman of the Committee of European Securities Regulators (CESR), says many of the websites currently on offer from asset managers … Continue reading

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