Aristocrats and heritage bodies are forging alliances to rescue grand historic homes at risk of decay
Peter Frankopan writes that little has changed since high-ranking Romans’ obsession with beauty and status symbols
Major institutions are becoming more selective about the work that they will accept — and often want cash too
Even two Michelin stars are no guarantee of success for Café Royal chef Alex Dilling
Responses include financial support for democracy programmes and building alliances
Their growing sophistication means legal advisers no longer get automatic access to the wealthy principal
With an estimated worth of $39bn, he wants to use market mechanisms to save the oceans
The maharaja of Jaipur is opening hotels, restaurants and art galleries even as he tries to maintain his family’s ancient traditions
Bryce Elder heads to Bryceland for a sartorial trade-up
‘We are where the US was 100 years ago and where the UK was 50 years ago,’ says one fundraiser in France
Cooling economy and cultural decoupling spark doubts over the sustainability of western-influenced lifestyles
Gabriel Zucman is leading a movement for billionaires to pay at least 2 per cent of their net worth each year
European nobles have found fresh purpose in business and the arts after losing political power
There is no longer a visa for successful entrepreneurs to secure residency by investing in the country
Bryce Elder finds himself all at sea when he encounters the raw appeal of a 24-metre cruiser
Putting a business into trust might make tax sense, but entrepreneurs find it hard to relinquish control
Holkham Hall’s recent auction is the latest in a long tradition of offering aristocratic taste at affordable prices
Terms of entry are nebulous. Is it for favoured customers? Prospective buyers? Superfans? Yes and no
The artist’s pictures reflect tensions between generations in taste and values
The family that owns a historic house has decided to entrust it to the ablest member, not just the eldest son
Châteaux have been reducing prices as global demand has cooled
Where there’s no will there’s no way to avoid causing postmortem trouble
Harvard, Stanford and Notre Dame offer those in their early sixties a chance to find a social purpose
Bertrand Coste says business will be easier for Clerville, which manages money for the Schlumbergers, in the EU
An analysis of how today’s ruling caste work very hard at appearing ordinary
The FT’s new wealth editor has asked private bankers and lawyers to look into their crystal balls
This new class of wealthy elite is shaking up the charitable world with their start-up mentality and technical expertise
By using the newest tech and designs, wealthy homeowners can help bring down the high costs associated with sustainability
Many wealthy donors use their personal knowledge and experience to smooth the path for others
Hong Kong and Singapore are the world’s rising wealth centres
Leaks, complaints, lawsuits — when employees are disgruntled, they have many ways to get even
Can the city sustain an influx of wealthy expats lured by its low taxes?
The rapid rise in billionaires has disrupted what it means to be part of the moneyed elite
New regulations governing fund ratings will help, but there are other ways to navigate the confusion
UK government plans to end the beneficial tax treatment of riches overseas is causing millionaires to look elsewhere
Cutting-edge tech, performance and sustainability are making electric vehicles sexy — even without the roar of a V10 engine
Encouraging wealth creators helps to generate economic growth and affluence
