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New survey data from Brunswick Group finds that while asset and wealth management firms have made efforts to grow adoption of alternative investments among wealthy individuals and their advisors, a lack of familiarity among individual investors presents a key barrier to increasing allocations.    Findings from Talking to Private Wealth: Perceptions of Alternative Investments are based on a recent survey of Financial Advisors and High-Net-Worth-Individual (HNWI) investors in the U.S., capturing their perspectives on the benefits of alternative investments and areas of concern. The data also shows significantly higher interest in the asset class among younger investors. Read the full survey results here: https://lnkd.in/eVk5zGC5   To continue the conversation, get in touch with Alex Yankus or Nick Rice.   #FinancialAdvisors #Wealthmanagement #PrivateWealth #PrivateMarkets #AlternativeInvestments #PrivateEquity #PrivateCredit #Infrastructure #RealEstate #HNWI

If you are a client-side investor relations professional who is interested in getting more out of your investor events, make sure you sign up for our Capital Markets Day webinar later this month. Brunswick Group Partners, Simon Sporborg, Sonal R Patel, and Jarrad Comley will be hosting an inspiring and engaging 60-minute session packed with transformative strategies and real-world examples to support to you in designing and executing your next Capital Markets Day or investor event. Email creative@brunswickgroup.com from a professional email address if you are interested in joining the webinar, taking place on Thursday 27th February at 9:30am GMT/ 10:30am CET. Please note, this event is for client-side IR professionals.  

Oil-rich nations in the Arabian Gulf have seen an upswell in foreign investment since the pandemic. Brunswick’s Mahmoud Kassem describes the region’s changing reputation. Read more: https://lnkd.in/ekhC5SDW

Concluding the 2025 Young Leaders in Mining Programme Will Carnwath led a robust discussion on geopolitics and critical minerals. Industry leaders explored the African continent's potential to thrive amidst global instability to leverage mineral wealth for sustainable growth. Pip Green joined esteemed panellists to evaluate whether the mining industry is investing in the right technology, research, and skills for African mining's success.   To round off the day, Lutho Mtongana led a future-focused panel with leaders from universities, the private and public sector, as well as industry bodies to consider future careers in the sector and the necessary skills for success.   This year, the Young Leaders Programme gathered over 700 Mining Indaba delegates including CEOs, business leaders, ministers, government officials, students and young professions for pivotal conversations on the shared future of African mining.    #MI25

The Brunswick Cyber team – represented by Nicola Hudson OBE and Alexandra Abreu Loureiro – hosted a joint cyber crisis simulation with Linklaters Spain in Madrid this week. 160 top Spanish business leaders attended the event, with participants discussing the intricacies of managing a cyber incident from a reputational, legal, strategic, and operational perspective. Thank you to all the attendees who participated and shared their thoughts.

This year’s Young Leaders Programme at #MiningIndaba opened to a packed auditorium full of excited students and young professionals from across Africa.   Timothy Schultz, Brunswick Partner and Energy & Resources South Africa Lead, set the tone for the day. He emphasised the crucial role of young people in shaping the future of mining.   Brunswick Partner Gordon Letsoalo introduced Deputy Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources, Phumzile Mgcina. She brought a governmental perspective, advocating for entrepreneurship and increased youth involvement in the industry.   Carole Cable, Partner and Energy & Resources Global Lead, hosted an inspiring and engaging fireside chat. Mfikeyi Makayi and Craig Miller offered candid, practical advice for students and young professionals navigating the early stages of their careers.   Attendees can look forward to hearing from more industry leaders as the second half of the programme unfolds, featuring panels on geopolitics, technology and innovation, and careers.   #MI25 #YoungLeadersInMining 

Brunswick’s Cybersecurity and Data Privacy team, including Nicola Hudson OBE, Suntka von Halen, Marina Bidoli and Paddy McGuiness, have summarized how the cyber threat has evolved in recent months. Swipe to read the key takeaways from the note and take a closer look at the trends here: https://lnkd.in/eGidBsqm

The Investing in African Mining Indaba is underway in Cape Town, South Africa, focusing on the theme “Future-Proofing African Mining, Today.”   On Thursday, Brunswick, in partnership with Hyve Group, will spotlight The Young Leaders in Mining, engaging them on topics pertinent and significant to their roles as future leaders in the industry. Take a look at this Brunswick-compiled survey to discover the interests and concerns of young professionals regarding the industry and its potential to drive Africa's development.   Keep an eye on our LinkedIn page tomorrow, as we connect students, graduates, and young leaders with senior industry leaders for the 2025 edition.    #MI25

Constance Azis and Wolfgang Blau, from Brunswick’s Sustainable Business team, share their view on what to expect for the voluntary carbon market in 2025. After significant developments in carbon markets last year, including the agreement on Article 6 sections at COP29 and the approval of the first Core Carbon Principle labelled credits, this could be a year of opportunity in the voluntary market. You can read more here: https://lnkd.in/eiEvF5zU

Brunswick has once again been included in Observer’s PR Power List. Our firm was originally founded as a financial communications agency and this important work remains a core part of our DNA almost four decades later. https://lnkd.in/eSMsFGHu