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Observer
23-07-2025
- Business
- Observer
For investors, UK is now ‘an attractive place to be'
The chief executive of James Henderson — a British-American global asset management group headquartered in London — Ali Dibadj, has said international investors are 'starting to take notice' of investment opportunities in the UK, adding to the growing chorus of senior finance executives who are bullish about British assets. The company offers a range of financial products to individuals, intermediary advisors and institutional investors globally, under the trade name Janus Henderson — the groups holding company. 'There is an enormous opportunity, not just for investors to invest in the UK, but to open up the UK to investors around the world'. Dibadj said. 'The UK has a stable political backdrop and has solid foundations for growth — a UK consumer that is in real wage growth and has built up savings since Covid, businesses that have been conservative in their borrowings and banks that have re-built their balance sheets since the global financial crisis'. Dibadj, who joined Janus Henderson in 2022 from Alliance Bernstein, added that a likely lower interest rate environment in the UK and a stock market that trades at a 'significant valuation discount' to those elsewhere in the world were among other reasons to be optimistic. 'A stable political backdrop and a modestly growing economy at a very reasonable valuation is a solid place to be', said the 50-year-old. 'International investors are starting to take notice and there has been an uptick in inflows to UK equities from overseas'. UK-focused funds have posted considerable outflows following Brexit and several bouts of political upheaval, but the pace of withdrawals has slowed in recent months. Data from Calastone showed net outflows of £449m from UK equity funds in May were down to half the monthly average for the past three years. However, equity funds have only recorded one month of positive flows in the past four years. New York-based Dibadj is the latest high-profile investment executive to single out potential investment opportunities in the UK. In May, BlackRock CEO Larry Fink said that the world's largest asset manager had been increasing investment in 'undervalued' UK assets. Fink said the $11.6m asset manager had added to its UK positions 'across the board' and claimed some of the negativity shown towards British companies 'was probably not warranted'. 'I have more confidence in the UK economy today than I did a year ago', Fink said. The 72-year-old pointed to the growth agenda fostered by the UK government. He highlighted in particular that the Competition and Markets Authority has sped up its decision-making. 'I don't know what's changed it but it's a good change', Fink said. JPMorgan chief Jamie Dimon also recently backed the government's approach. He told Financial Times in April that 'there's much to like' about Labour's pro-growth agenda. Other investment leaders are pointing to renewed interest in European assets amidst uncertainty following the introduction of trade tariffs by US president Donald Trump. Growth minded: Dibadj praised the UK government for 'real conviction' in pushing through market reforms that aim to spur growth and investment, such as the recent Mansion House Accord. This saw several of the UK's largest pension providers commit to allocating at least 10 per cent of their defined contribution assets to private markets by 2030. At least half of those asset will go to investments in the UK. 'There is a growth-minded government that has shown it will take action, a catalyst to kick start investment,' said Dibadj. 'That, combined with the opportunity that existing valuations present, are what makes the UK such an attractive proposition moving forward'.
Forbes
16-07-2025
- Business
- Forbes
Why Wealthy Americans Are Ditching Fancy Hotels For Vacation Homes
Affluent Americans—especially the ultra-wealthy—are increasingly choosing private vacation homes over luxury hotel stays. An Exclusive Resorts villa on Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica Courtesy Exclusive Resorts The usual desires for privacy and more space drive the trend, while expectations of exceptional amenities such as concierge support, private chefs, housekeeping and in-villa spas have become the norm. In response more luxury hotel operators are adding villa-style (a.k.a. branded residential) accommodations to their properties, away from the maddening crowds. This year, according to Statista, the global vacation rentals market is expected to generate a revenue of $105 billion and reach $125 billion by 2029. But competition is fierce, as the proliferation of fractional ownership and private membership club models continues, with French luxury players like Fontenille Collection and Iconic House adding evermore dazzling, design-conscious properties to their books. Others, like Equity Estates, offer globetrotting investors the option to invest directly in their real estate portfolio and potentially reap the rewards of capital appreciation. Earning money while traveling? Imagine that. An Equity Estates holiday home in Tuscany, Italy. Courtesy Equity Estates But the latest salvo at the ultra-luxe end of the spectrum comes from Exclusive Resorts, a private membership club which is majority owned by AOL co-founder Steve Case, and comprises a $1 billion portfolio of more than 400 private residences across 75 destinations. 'We operate, and control 70-plus percent of the real estate. And because we have one primary shareholder that owns the majority of the organization, we have a tremendous amount of flexibility in terms of how we strategically manage the growth of the club,' James Henderson, CEO of Exclusive Resorts, told Forbes. Growth Requires New Tactics So, last month the company announced it is taking a minority stake in the Onefinestay vacation rental brand, owned by the French hotel giant Accor. Financial terms of the deal weren't disclosed, but it clearly enables Exclusive Resorts to cross-market across the two customer bases, and expand into new markets where it might not have a strong presence. Onefinestay lists about 3,000 homes, villas, and chalets across 40 destinations, including the gateway cities of London, Los Angeles, Paris and New York, and across the Caribbean, Tuscany, the South of France and Thailand. Both companies offer round-the-clock concierge support, airport transfers, housekeeping, and 24/7 guest assistance. 'For me, private villas and yachts are the most important kind of product out there for high net worth clients,' says Jaclyn Sienna India, CEO of Sienna Charles, a lifestyle and travel concierge agency. 'Because everything in that house or boat is all about you, and can be customized to very high standards. Staff can be handpicked, from the captain to the person serving you food.' Having complete control over the travel experience without the responsibility of maintenance and insurance of the real estate can be rather appealing. This is why Case's company is now breaking into the branded residential business, the first of which is a development being built on Costa Rica's Cacique Peninsula on the northwestern Pacific coast. 'Many of the club's members are not only frequent travelers—they're also active buyers,' said Henderson. 'By entering the branded residential market, we are providing our members with an opportunity to invest in homes backed by the same quality, trust, and service standards they have come to expect from the club. And for the first time, we're introducing an extended stay option—a request we've heard for years.' Inside the lounge at Nekajui, the new Ritz-Carlton Reserve in Costa Rica Jennifer Leigh Parker Destination: Costa Rica With a new Waldorf Astoria, Ritz Carlton Reserve, and an established Four Seasons, Costa Rica's Guanacaste province is very much the 'It' holiday destination this year. It's only about a 30-45 minute drive from Liberia's international airport and a key market for Exclusive Resorts. On Peninsula Papagayo, a stunning crescent-shaped peninsula jutting straight out into the Pacific Ocean, Case's company already owns and operates 21 four-bedroom villas or 'jicaros' (fruit bowls) complete with private pools, fully stocked kitchens, outdoor showers, and access to a private beach club. Of course, it doesn't hurt that the whole place is surrounded by lush tropical nature reserves, and that members can cruise down the hill in golf carts to avail themselves of the neighboring Four Seasons' spa, restaurants and golf course. Picture waking up to the sounds of the ocean, taking your morning coffee at sunrise on the private pool deck, and peering down a dramatic cliffside to see secluded bays and beaches beckoning with powdery white sand and turquoise waters. From here, your outdoor adventures begin. Costa Rica is an ecological marvel with jungles, rainforests, and active volcanoes, and people from all over the world come here for yoga or surfing retreats. If that's not your thing, you can easily explore other parts of Guanacaste on foot with epic guided hikes, take boat trips to spot whole schools of dolphins, fish for tuna or snorkel with sea turtles, dorado and colorful parrot fish in the surrounding waters. Pura vida , indeed. Peninsula Papagayo Costa Rica Residence Courtesy Exclusive Resorts The Villa Experience Immediately, you get the appeal. The bar is fully stocked, there are fresh flowers in every room and there are not one, but two outdoor showers to match your private plunge pool and jacuzzi bathtub. You promptly run and jump on the made bed (vertiginous ceiling heights allow it), squealing like a toddler with delight regardless of your age. As this is not a hotel, you can pretty much make as much noise as you want. Dance to the music. Use a megaphone to announce breakfast. Howl at the moon, like your new howler, capuchin and spider monkey neighbors! Their troops certainly won't complain, so this is going to be great. You live here now. That's your fridge, your espresso machine, and your brand new fluffy robe with matching slippers. Properly enrobed, you can fully embrace the fantasy that everything in the past is behind you, and you can finally just go stir that chilled martini Stanley Tucci keeps raving about. The concept of room service seems quaint, when a specific list of groceries can be delivered and a private chef can be summoned to whip up local dishes like red snapper baked in a banana leaf, ginger rice, and savory sofrito. This being Costa Rica, the real culinary gems are also the simplest: think fresh, ripe mangoes, avocados, bananas, and coconuts fallen straight from the trees. And we haven't even talked about the quality of their famous coffee beans. There's simply a lot to be said for this trendy style of travel. If you can afford the eye-watering membership fees. More From Forbes Forbes Virgin Atlantic Unveils Free Starlink Wi-Fi, OpenAI Partnership And More By Jennifer Leigh Parker Forbes Why Now Is The Time To Sail The Azores, In 12 Stunning Photos By Jennifer Leigh Parker Forbes LVMH Stake Helps Boutique Hotel Group Triple Its Growth Outlook By Jennifer Leigh Parker
Observer
13-07-2025
- Business
- Observer
For investors UK is now ‘an attractive place to be'
The chief executive of James Henderson – a British-American global asset management group headquartered in London – Ali Dibadj, has said international investors are 'starting to take notice' of investment opportunities in the UK, adding to the growing chorus of senior finance executives who are bullish about British assets. The company offers a range of financial products to individuals, intermediary advisors and institutional investors globally, under the trade name Janus Henderson – the groups holding company. 'There is an enormous opportunity, not just for investors to invest in the UK, but to open up the UK to investors around the world.' Dibadj said. 'The UK has a stable political backdrop and has solid foundations for growth – a UK consumer that is in real wage growth and has built up savings since covid, businesses that have been conservative in their borrowings, and banks that have re-built their balance sheets since the global financial crisis.' Dibadj, who joined Janus Henderson in 2022 from Alliance Bernstein, added that a likely lower interest rate environment in the UK and a stock market that trades at a 'significant valuation discount' to those elsewhere in the world were among other reasons to be optimistic. 'A stable political backdrop and a modestly growing economy at a very reasonable valuation is a solid place to be,' said the 50-year-old. 'International investors are starting to take notice and there has been an uptick in inflows to UK equities from overseas.' UK-focused funds have posted considerable outflows following Brexit and several bouts of political upheaval, but the pace of withdrawals has slowed in recent months. Data from Calastone showed net outflows of £449m from UK equity funds in May were down to half the monthly average for the past three years. However, equity funds have only recorded one month of positive flows in the past four years. New York-based Dibadj is the latest high-profile investment executive to single out potential investment opportunities in the UK. In May, BlackRock CEO Larry Fink told The Times that the world's largest asset manager had been increasing investment in 'undervalued' UK assets. Fink said the $11.6m asset manager had added to its UK positions 'across the board' and claimed some of the negativity shown towards British companies 'was probably not warranted.' Buses go past the Bank of England building, in London, Britain. — Reuters 'I have more confidence in the UK economy today than I did a year ago,' Fink said. The 72-year-old pointed to the growth agenda fostered by the UK government. He highlighted in particular that the Competition and Markets Authority has sped up its decision-making. 'I don't know what's changed it but it's a good change,' Fink said. JPMorgan chief Jamie Dimon also recently backed the government's approach. He told Financial Times in April that 'there's much to like' about Labour's pro-growth agenda. Other investment leaders are pointing to renewed interest in European assets amid uncertainty following the introduction of trade tariffs by US president Donald Trump. Growth minded: Dibadj praised the UK government for 'real conviction' in pushing through market reforms that aim to spur growth and investment, such as the recent Mansion House Accord. This saw several of the UK's largest pension providers commit to allocating at least 10 per cent of their defined contribution assets to private markets by 2030. At least half of those asset will go to investments in the UK. 'There is a growth-minded government that has shown it will take action, a catalyst to kick start investment,' said Dibadj. 'That, combined with the opportunity that existing valuations present, are what makes the UK such an attractive proposition moving forward.'
Int'l Business Times
26-06-2025
- Business
- Int'l Business Times
French 'Spiderman' Scales Skyscraper to Launch World's First Action Token
Spain, Barcelona, June 26th, 2025, Chainwire In a world-first collision of raw human risk and blockchain innovation, legendary urban climber Alain Robert — known globally as the French Spiderman — is currently scaling the 116-meter Meliá Barcelona Sky Hotel, with no ropes, no harness, and no safety equipment. Clad in custom Tigershark-branded gear, Robert is joined by his son, Julien Robert, a former French Navy marine, to officially unveil $TIGERSHARK, the world's first cryptocurrency powered by real-world action. Users can watch live on X: @TigersharkHQ The Most Dangerous Crypto Launch in History Clad in custom Tigershark-branded gear, the Roberts are not just climbing — they're launching a movement. Mission 1: Spiderman & Son — The first of many high-profile extreme missions by Tigershark, a groundbreaking movement that fuses the exhilaration of extreme sports and blockchain with a global community of athletes, visionaries, and risk-takers. "We're redefining what a crypto launch looks like — not airdrops, not smoke and mirrors, but actual real-world extreme feats, true adrenaline," says Lilly Douse, spokesperson for Tigershark. A New Frontier for Crypto: Where Action Meets Utility Tigershark isn't just a token — it's an Action Economy. Whether it's big-wave surfing, free-running rooftops, or wingsuit dives through canyon walls, every feat drives the economy. Holding tokens gets users closer to the action: private events, behind-the-scenes missions, athlete drops, and access to the heartbeat of a movement that's rewriting the rules. 'We're betting it all on something rare in today's world: guts and grits.' added Douse. Beyond the Climb: What's Next Alain Robert's climb is the first of many high-profile missions. Tigershark is already in discussions with elite athletes across base jumping, wingsuiting, parkour and motocross to headline future feats. With a roadmap that includes strategic sponsorships, branded merchandise, global events, and athlete-backed products, Tigershark is evolving into a full-fledged action-sports brand powered by crypto. About Tigershark Tigershark is a pioneering movement at the intersection of extreme sports and blockchain. From skyscraper climbs to death-defying missions, Tigershark transforms raw human courage into real crypto value. Users can learn more at About Alain Robert Alain Robert, now in his early 60s, has climbed over 150 of the world's tallest buildings without safety gear, including the Burj Khalifa, Eiffel Tower, and Petronas Towers. Today's climb marks a new chapter — one that connects his daredevil legacy to the world of crypto. Users can follow the Action: Watch Live on X: Trading: MEXC Exchange: Web: Enquiries: James Henderson james@ Mohammad Aldaejy mohammed@ Contact James Henderson james@
Telegraph
12-06-2025
- Business
- Telegraph
More than 130 years later, this pragmatic trust still offers something new
Questor is The Telegraph's stockpicking column, helping you decode the markets and offering insights on where to invest for the past six decades. The UK equity market has been a happy hunting ground for income-seeking investors, and it continues to offer a yield premium to other developed equity markets. However, more recent events, particularly across competing income-producing asset classes, have shifted the emphasis for equity income investors towards total returns, dividend growth and the benefits of a pragmatic approach to stock selection. In the context of an evolving landscape of UK equity income strategies, few names stand out as consistently as Law Debenture. This venerable institution, with almost 136 years of history, combines an actively managed UK equity investment portfolio with the robust growth of its wholly-owned independent professional services (IPS) business, which is comprised of three divisions – pensions, corporate trust and corporate services. This combination creates a unique structure that supports the trust's history of consistent outperformance. The investment portfolio is managed by the experienced Janus Henderson duo of James Henderson and Laura Foll, and benefits from a contrarian and value-focused style. The investment approach followed by Henderson and Foll is unconstrained by the equity income mandate, can invest across the market cap spectrum and targets companies trading at reasonable valuations with conservative balance sheets and experienced management teams. One of the standout features of Law Debenture is the IPS business, which accounts for around 19pc of its net asset value (Nav) and has funded approximately 30pc of its dividends over the past decade. IPS has delivered mid-to-high single-digit growth and around two thirds of IPS revenues are recurring.
