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Zawya
13-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Hoxton Wealth launches new app experience to empower financial control
Hoxton Wealth, the Dubai-based international financial advisory firm, has launched two major upgrades to its fast-growing wealth app: a redesigned onboarding journey and a fully personalised dashboard — both designed to help users take control of their financial lives more easily, right from the start. These updates are part of Hoxton's ongoing commitment to creating a simpler, smarter, and more user-focused experience. Whether users are existing clients or exploring the platform for the first time, the changes aim to deliver faster value and deeper engagement. 'Our mission has always been to give people clarity and confidence in their financial decisions,' said Chris Ball, CEO of Hoxton Wealth. 'These improvements are all about reducing friction and putting users in control — guided by what we've heard directly from them.' The updated onboarding helps users understand what the app can do for them and tailors the journey based on their profile. For Hoxton clients, that means a more pre-loaded, personalised setup; for non-clients, a smoother introduction and easier first steps to start tracking their wealth. The redesigned dashboard makes day-to-day financial management more intuitive, bringing key insights to the surface and guiding users on what to do next. With better visuals, new shortcuts, and smarter personalisation, the app is now even more aligned with how people actually manage their money. Launched just over a year ago, the Hoxton Wealth App is a free platform that brings together every part of a user's financial life — across currencies, asset types, and geographies — into one clear, accessible place. Key features include: • A full view of your financial life in one place, from assets to liabilities • Connections to over 14,000 financial institutions worldwide via open banking • Real-time tracking across currencies, geographies, and asset types • A personalised watchlist so users can focus on what matters most • A powerful planning tool — Wealth Flow — that helps users project future income needs based on their financial goals and current assets All data is fully encrypted, and only users have access to their information. The app is available on both mobile and web and users can download it in Apple Store or Play Store. As Hoxton Wealth approaches 10,000 users, these updates mark another step in building a more empowering, globally minded wealth experience for all.
Zawya
01-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Hoxton Wealth sets out financial planning strategies for global expats in Qatar
Over 70% of expats living in Qatar, surveyed at a recent educational event held in Doha by international financial advisory and wealth management firm Hoxton Wealth, admitted that they did not know how their current assets would be taxed based on their future residence. When surveyed at the event, 57% of attendees said that their financial priority for being in Qatar was to accumulate wealth, 28% to plan for their retirement and 14% to make income-generating investments, yet only 35% said that they had a financial plan. 'The financial landscape for expats in Qatar is very attractive,' says Chris Ball, CEO of Hoxton Wealth. 'There are no income tax obligations, no capital gains or dividends tax, access to global financial markets and, typically, inflated salaries and bonus packages. There are limited structured employee pension plans, and often a gratuity on leaving employment But there are a series of common mistakes that expats make. These include holding assets in the wrong structures; failing to set up a structured pension plan like in their home country; underestimating inheritance tax exposure or future tax implications on their existing assets; currency risk exposure; and holding substantial amounts of capital in local banks. We're here to help them avoid those mistakes.' Attendees were asked where they planned to retire: 21% said the UK, a similar number said Europe, 14% said Asia and the majority elsewhere. More than two-thirds of attendees said they currently held assets in two or more different jurisdictions. The seminar, which educated on specific financial planning considerations for those in the UK, the US and in Europe, also looked into UK inheritance tax exposure as a Middle East resident; how individuals returning to the UK after a period of at least ten consecutive tax years of non-UK residence can claim UK tax relief on foreign income and gains that accrue during their first 4 years of UK residence, known as the FIG regime, and the role of Discounted Gift Trusts.
Zawya
14-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Dubai-based Hoxton Wealth registers $3bln in AUM
Dubai-based international financial advisory and wealth management firm Hoxton Wealth has achieved the latest milestone in its continuing growth by registering more than $3 billion in Assets Under Management. The firm continues to grow across all key markets, offering advisory solutions tailored to individuals and families. With on-the-ground teams spanning multiple jurisdictions, Hoxton Wealth is working with more than 7000 clients worldwide, help them navigate complex financial landscapes to achieve long-term wealth and financial stability. 'This milestone is more than a number,' says Chris Ball, CEO of Hoxton Wealth. 'It reflects the strength of our client relationships, the calibre of our advisory teams, and our ability to deliver a consistent, high-quality service in a fast-changing world. We're incredibly proud to have earned this level of trust, and we remain focused on helping our clients meet their financial goals with confidence and clarity.' Founded on a commitment to personalised, transparent, and forward-thinking financial planning, the $3 billion AUM benchmark signifies not only the firm's robust financial performance but also its strategic direction, investing in technology, regulatory excellence, and a bespoke client service. With an expanding international footprint, Hoxton Wealth continues to attract clients seeking independent, expert-led advice across areas such as investment management, retirement planning, tax optimisation, and cross-border wealth solutions. 'As global markets evolve, I am confident we will build on this momentum,' adds Ball, 'with a focus on innovation, technology, and client-centricity.' Founded in April 2018 by Chris Ball, Hoxton Wealth has expanded to a global network with offices in Dubai, the UK, the USA, Australia, and beyond. The firm employs almost 300 people.
Globe and Mail
04-04-2025
- Business
- Globe and Mail
Packed Slate Cannot Stop Warner Bros Discovery Stock (NASDAQ:WBD) Plummet
The news for entertainment giant Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) really should have been better than it was. At least, better than investors reacted to it. Warner has been ramping up its sports programming with new deals, and the reports out of CinemaCon suggest a whole lot of new movies afoot. But despite all this, Warner got thoroughly shellacked, and investors panicked, sending shares plunging over 11% in Friday afternoon's trading. Don't Miss Our End of Quarter Offers: Discover the latest stocks recommended by top Wall Street analysts, all in one place with Analyst Top Stocks. Make smarter investments with weekly expert stock picks from the Smart Investor Newsletter. Warner is getting behind its sports content in a grand fashion these days. First, it inked a new deal with Amazon (AMZN) Web Services, which will see its debut with the 2025 UCI Mountain Bike World Series. The deal brings out a new system called Cycling Central Intelligence, which offers a wide array of new informational tools for cycling commentators. It will, noted the vice president of cycling events at WBD Sports, Chris Ball, effectively set '…new standards for how mountain bike events are brought to life…' For those less concerned about cycling, though, Grant Hill is going to be stepping into an expanded role with the organization. While Hill is currently a lead game analyst—and he will continue to be so—he will also be part of coverage for Big 12 and Big East games as well. Warner will be bringing those games out starting this year, and Grant Hill will be along for that particular ride. Coming Soon, a Better Shot We know that Warner's film slate has not exactly been a ball of fire lately. So much so that the studio is reconsidering just who runs the film sector anyway. But when Warner hit CinemaCon, they had quite a bit to offer that was coming out fairly soon. In fact, Warner put particular focus on properties that were set to hit in the next few weeks. Warner showed off Sinners, coming in a couple weeks, followed by Final Destination: Bloodlines, in May. F1 was set for June, and Warner kept the one-big-movie-a-month train going with Superman this July. Zach Cregger's horror epic Weapons will hit in August, but September will apparently be quiet as Mortal Kombat II hits in October. Warner is likely trying to gin up short-term interest, by focusing on the projects set to have the most impact immediately. That left a lot of big announcements—Jason Momoa as Lobo, or the villain for The Batman Part II— quiet for now. Is WBD Stock a Good Buy? Turning to Wall Street, analysts have a Moderate Buy consensus rating on WBD stock based on 10 Buys and six Holds assigned in the past three months, as indicated by the graphic below. After a 2.04% loss in its share price over the past year, the average WBD price target of $13.33 per share implies 62.96% upside potential. See more WBD analyst ratings Disclosure
Zawya
18-02-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Dubai's Hoxton Wealth partners with SnapTrade
Dubai-based international financial advisory Hoxton Wealth has announced several innovations to its Hoxton Wealth App, a platform designed to streamline financial management by enabling users to connect all their assets in one place, track their finances effortlessly, and gain valuable insights into their wealth flow. The new features will further enable users to connect, plan and grow their wealth with ease. Since launching in April 2024, the Hoxton Wealth app has acquired over 6,000 users - the app is available to anyone, including people that aren't Hoxton clients. In a strategic move, Hoxton Wealth has integrated SnapTrade, a Y Combinator-backed company specializing in connecting retail investors to top trading tools. This integration grants the app access to over 20 leading retail brokerages, enabling users to link brokerage accounts and gain a comprehensive view of their investments. With the SnapTrade integration, users can link their brokerage accounts to monitor their holdings and view their total portfolio value. They can also access a graphical representation of their holdings' growth over time with the connected broker. Additionally, the app now features official integrations with leading brokerages and crypto platforms, including Binance and Kraken, enabling clients to securely and automatically link their accounts with stable and reliable connections. SnapTrade provides access to over 125 million accounts in a single integration. Chris Ball, Hoxton Wealth's founder and managing partner explains: 'Our partnership with SnapTrade further enriches the Hoxton Wealth App by expanding our account-linking capabilities and enhancing access to real-time data. This integration introduces new options for automatic connections, providing users with even greater clarity and control over their portfolios, ensuring they stay ahead in managing their wealth.' In addition, improved account synchronisation automatically captures changes across investments, stocks and crypto on a daily basis. Chris adds: 'Life is full of possibilities and with Multiple Scenarios you can plan proactively for new steps that you might have in mind. We want Hoxton Wealth users to be able to explore different financial paths and multiple scenarios side by side, to make more informed decisions. 'Our data indicates that a significant proportion of people using the app are checking it on a daily basis, so we take pride in its ability to provide its users with an up-to-date view of their investments and overall position.'
