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Family offices coordinate complex financial, operational and intergenerational priorities for wealthy families.

 

Explore insights on family office governance, investment strategy, succession planning, technology, geopolitical change and cross-border complexity. Learn how clear structures, informed decision-making and a shared long-term purpose can help align capital with the family’s ambitions across generations.

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Philanthropy's expanding role in family office strategy

As priorities evolve across generations, philanthropy is becoming increasingly intertwined with governance, the stewardship of wealth and the deployment of capital.

Oct. 26, 2026


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Feature article

Philanthropy's expanding role in family office strategy

As priorities evolve across generations, philanthropy is becoming increasingly intertwined with governance, the stewardship of wealth and the deployment of capital.

Oct. 26, 2026


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Trusts and the evolving expectations of next generation beneficiaries

Younger beneficiaries’ ESG and impact priorities are reshaping conversations around trusts. Antonio Risorto explores how families and trustees can respond.

Oct. 20, 2026


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Trusts and the evolving expectations of next generation beneficiaries

Younger beneficiaries’ ESG and impact priorities are reshaping conversations around trusts. Antonio Risorto explores how families and trustees can respond.

Oct. 20, 2026


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Expert opinion

What role does real estate play in family office and private wealth portfolios?

For families that have spent generations building wealth, finding ways to preserve and compound their capital while giving flexibility to future generations is a key challenge – but what role could real estate play in their portfolios?

Oct. 05, 2026


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Expert opinion

What role does real estate play in family office and private wealth portfolios?

For families that have spent generations building wealth, finding ways to preserve and compound their capital while giving flexibility to future generations is a key challenge – but what role could real estate play in their portfolios?

Oct. 05, 2026


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Staying invested during market volatility: why portfolio discipline matters

Periods of volatility can test even the most seasoned investors. When markets and headlines move quickly, emotions can cloud judgement. We explore why portfolio discipline could help investors navigate uncertain markets.

Oct. 01, 2026


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Staying invested during market volatility: why portfolio discipline matters

Periods of volatility can test even the most seasoned investors. When markets and headlines move quickly, emotions can cloud judgement. We explore why portfolio discipline could help investors navigate uncertain markets.

Oct. 01, 2026


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Expert opinion

The succession paradox – putting stewardship to the test

Successful succession is about more than transferring wealth: families need to prepare the next generation, establish effective governance and agree a shared purpose well before leadership changes hands, writes Salman Mahdi, Global Vice Chairman.

Sep. 08, 2026


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Expert opinion

The succession paradox – putting stewardship to the test

Successful succession is about more than transferring wealth: families need to prepare the next generation, establish effective governance and agree a shared purpose well before leadership changes hands, writes Salman Mahdi, Global Vice Chairman.

Sep. 08, 2026


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Feature article

Intergenerational wealth transfer: how UHNW families can prepare the next generation

A significant transfer of private wealth is under way. For ultra-high-net-worth families and family offices, the central question is whether the next generation is ready for succession, governance, ownership and long-term stewardship.

Sep. 07, 2026


Family silhouette on bridge against sky

Feature article

Intergenerational wealth transfer: how UHNW families can prepare the next generation

A significant transfer of private wealth is under way. For ultra-high-net-worth families and family offices, the central question is whether the next generation is ready for succession, governance, ownership and long-term stewardship.

Sep. 07, 2026


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Feature article

Philanthropy planning for UHNW families: turning intention into action

As ultra-high-net-worth families plan for succession and generational wealth transfer, philanthropy can provide a practical way to connect purpose, governance and long-term wealth planning.

Sep. 04, 2026


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Feature article

Family office governance: how to translate vision into structure

Building a family legacy requires more than vision; it also benefits from clear structure. Family offices can translate values into governance frameworks, constitutions and systems that help preserve intent while enabling disciplined execution.

Aug. 20, 2026


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Feature article

Family office governance: how to translate vision into structure

Building a family legacy requires more than vision; it also benefits from clear structure. Family offices can translate values into governance frameworks, constitutions and systems that help preserve intent while enabling disciplined execution.

Aug. 20, 2026


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Feature article

Family office stewardship in a changing world: considerations for wealth, purpose and legacy

Geopolitical change, regulatory demands and new technologies are reshaping how families steward wealth. Long term continuity may be supported by clarity of purpose, appropriate diversification and the ability to make coherent decisions amid complexity.

Aug. 14, 2026


Global network and complexity

Feature article

Family office stewardship in a changing world: considerations for wealth, purpose and legacy

Geopolitical change, regulatory demands and new technologies are reshaping how families steward wealth. Long term continuity may be supported by clarity of purpose, appropriate diversification and the ability to make coherent decisions amid complexity.

Aug. 14, 2026


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Event report

London Family Office Conference 2026: family office perspectives on building resilience across generations

The interpersonal dimension of governance, balancing discipline with agility and managing geopolitical risk were central themes in this panel discussion at the Deutsche Bank Family Office Conference in London.

Jul. 13, 2026


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Event report

London Family Office Conference 2026: family office perspectives on building resilience across generations

The interpersonal dimension of governance, balancing discipline with agility and managing geopolitical risk were central themes in this panel discussion at the Deutsche Bank Family Office Conference in London.

Jul. 13, 2026


NextGen New York: broadening perspectives on wealth, markets, art and legacy

Event report

NextGen New York: broadening perspectives on wealth, markets, art and legacy

Deutsche Bank’s NextGen New York seminar brought the next generation of client families together for three days of discussion, insight and connection across investing, markets, art, family office structures, legacy and entrepreneurship.

Jul. 09, 2026


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