Market Review – February 2025
U.S. In February 2025, U.S. equity markets exhibited mixed performance amid economic uncertainties and policy developments. The S&P 500 experienced fluctuations, influenced by investor concerns over potential tariffs and economic growth. The Conference Board reported a significant decline in consumer confidence, with the index dropping 7 points to 98.3, marking an eight-month low. This decline […]
Key 2025 changes to Australia’s Foreign Resident Capital Gains Tax
From 1 January 2025, significant changes to Australia’s Foreign Resident Capital Gains Withholding (FRCGW) regime will take effect, impacting both Australian expats and foreign investors involved in property transactions. These updates introduce a higher withholding rate and the removal of the previous property price threshold, making it critical for affected individuals to understand their obligations. […]
Market Review – January 2025
U.S. U.S. markets experienced turbulence earlier this week as the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite fell sharply following reports that Chinese startup DeepSeek had developed a competitive artificial intelligence (AI) model at a fraction of Silicon Valley’s costs. On Monday, January 27, the Nasdaq Composite dropped 3.1%, while the S&P 500 declined 1.5%. Despite this […]
Financial Road Map for 2025
How to devise a robust plan for wealth accumulation and protection Understanding your financial situation is essential for achieving both short-term and long-term goals. A clear view of your finances can help you maximise your assets and create a robust plan for wealth accumulation and protection. As we embark on 2025, let’s explore the key […]
Market Review – December 2024
Global equity funds saw significant inflows in the week leading up to December 25, recovering from the previous week’s sell-off. This surge was driven by a cooler-than-expected U.S. inflation report, the relief that Washington had avoided a government shutdown, and the effects of a “Santa Claus” rally. According to LSEG data, investors injected $34.38 billion […]
Market Review – November 2024
Donald Trump’s unexpected clean-sweep victory in the year’s most awaited U.S. Presidential election has had a significant impact on the U.S. dollar, which has surged against a basket of currencies in recent weeks. Already lifted to record highs by the quick and decisive US presidential election results and the prospect of President-elect Donald Trump’s promised […]
GSB Wins Again at the WealthBriefing MENA Awards 2024
GSB is proud to announce its victory in the ‘Overall External Asset Manager (EAM)’ category at the prestigious WealthBriefing MENA Awards 2024, a recognition that underscores its leadership and excellence in wealth management. This accolade highlights GSB’s commitment to delivering ethical, innovative, and impactful financial solutions. Certified as both a B Corp™ and a CISI Chartered Firm™, GSB stands […]
Case Study: £3.3M Facility Secured with a UK Private Bank
GSB Private Finance was recently approached by a London-based couple to finance their regulated let-to-buy transaction with a simultaneous completion. Key Details: UK Residents / UK Passport holders Refinance of a principal residence at 75% LTV to allow the acquisition of a new primary residence in North London for ~£3,000,000 at 80% LTV. Both borrowers […]
What Trump’s re-election could mean for investors
Following on from our latest article: US election investment strategies: Data-driven decisions, read here what our advisers had to say about what Trump’s Re-election could mean for investors. Donald Trump’s re-election as the 47th President of the United States marks a significant shift for the US and global economies. Winning both the Electoral College and […]
Case Study: £2.2M property financing for self-employed UK resident
GSB Private Finance was recently presented with a complex lending enquiry – a prominent entrepreneur in the solar-energy industry seeking to purchase a new main residence, but with insufficient personal income, GSB had to deliver a bespoke solution. Key Details: UK Resident/UK Passport holders Acquisition of an off-market property and annexe in Hertfordshire for ~£3,000,000 […]