Article Reading Time: 4 minutes On May 28, 2025, the United States Court of International Trade issued a landmark decision in V.O.S. Selections, Inc. v. United States, blocking the enforcement of most of former President Donald Trump’s broad “Liberation Day” tariffs....
Article Reading Time: 5 minutes In the ever-evolving world of fine art investment, few names command the gravitas and resilience of David Hockney. From his emergence in the 1960s as a pioneering Pop Art figure to his recent explorations in digital media, Hockney’s...
Article Reading Time: 4 minutes Traditional investors in the FTSE 100 have endured a challenging period marked by sharp swings and disappointing drawdowns. After the index reached an all-time closing high of 8,871.31 on 3 March 2025, it plunged 4.9% just a month later...
Article Reading Time: 5 minutes As of May 2025, inflation in the United Kingdom remains a pressing concern for policymakers, businesses, and investors. Although recent data suggests that headline inflation is gradually easing, the underlying forces indicate that price...
Article Reading Time: 5 minutes When considering blue-chip artists for portfolio diversification, few names command as much confidence as David Hockney. The Yorkshire-born painter, draughtsman, printmaker, photographer, and digital innovator has not only shaped the...
Article Reading Time: 4 minutes The United Kingdom is witnessing significant migration of high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs). Forecasts for 2024 suggest that around 9,500 millionaires will leave the UK — one of the highest outflows globally, second only to China. This...
Article Reading Time: 8 minutes With volatility at a five-year high amid trade wars and massive geopolitical instability, more people than ever are turning to safe havens to protect and even grow their wealth. This exodus to safe-haven assets is one of the main...
Article Reading Time: 5 minutes In an investment landscape dominated by headlines about cryptocurrency swings, AI-driven equities, and luxury collectables, it’s easy to forget the quiet, steadfast performer in many portfolios: bonds. While they may lack the...
Article Reading Time: 6 minutes At De Pointe Research, we spend most of our time identifying opportunities—finding markets, assets, and vehicles that generate outsized returns and preserve wealth in times of turbulence. But prudent investing isn’t just about...
Article Reading Time: 5 minutes The trade tariff war that erupted in early 2025 has stirred the global financial landscape. Initiated by the U.S. under President Trump, this series of tariffs aims to address trade imbalances and support domestic manufacturing. With...