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Nedbank Private Wealth’s Rebecca Cretney recently sat down with Robin Woodhead to talk about his philanthropic origins, which led to the creation of Khula, a charity focused on improving education and opportunities for children and young people in rural KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.

Card and digital wallet fraud is on the rise, but staying informed can help you stay protected.

The escalation of tensions in the Middle East during the first quarter created uncertainty across financial markets, raising concerns about inflation and the future direction of interest rates. Encouragingly, as we moved through Q2, many of those concerns began to ease.

The sun’s out, bags are packed, and you’re ready for an unforgettable getaway. Unfortunately, summer is also a busy season for fraudsters looking to exploit holidaymakers.

The Isle of Man jurisdiction attracts global property investors due to its economic stability, tax-efficient environment and well-regulated financial services sector.

For global professionals, earning income in the Gulf is usually a sign of career success – not financial complexity. Yet many UK lenders still find it challenging to effectively assess income earned in the Middle East, not because of the client’s financial strength, but due to rigid systems built for domestic employment.

The first half of 2026 has seen constant headlines on geopolitical tensions, domestic political upheaval, and uncertainty around inflation and interest rates. But how much of this actually impacts your long-term investment strategy?

Most online fraud begins with compromised passwords and stolen login details, making it more important than ever to protect your personal information.

When you are preparing your investments, any changes introduced in the new tax year will be an important consideration. Many countries, including the UK, introduced tax changes from April 2026, so now is a good time to review how these tax changes could impact your investment strategies.

When you live an international lifestyle with assets held in multiple countries, managing and planning wealth can be more complicated due to the different rules across jurisdictions.

Chris Jones, the recently appointed Head of Private Banking for Nedbank Private Wealth in the Middle East, has announced that Andrew Halsall has rejoined Nedbank Private Wealth as Senior Wealth Adviser in our Dubai team.

Nedbank Private Wealth, the boutique wealth manager and private bank, has once again been recognised by The Sunday Times as one of the UK’s Best Places to Work in the Big Organisation category.

Fraudsters are becoming increasingly sophisticated, and impersonation scams are on the rise across the industry, with around 4.2 million¹ fraud incidents recorded in the UK in 2025.

If you are considering purchasing buy-to-let property in London, the key factors that will affect the returns on your investment include current property prices, areas where growth is predicted, achievable rental yields, tax obligations and interest rates.

High-net-worth individuals (HNWI) and expats often have complex assets spread around different regions and protecting a diverse portfolio of assets can be challenging.

Accessing global investment markets can be a highly effective strategy that enables investors to manage risk through asset diversification. However, cross-border investing involves understanding and complying with different tax rules and regulations across multiple regions.

Wealth planning involves more than smart investment strategies; the economic landscape is constantly changing, and wealth planning strategies must be agile to adapt to tax and regulatory adjustments.

Senior Investment Specialist Rebecca Cretney shares Q1 insights on how portfolios are positioned to stay resilient through energy‑driven volatility while remaining focused on long‑term opportunities.