Anyone watching the U.S. stock market in 2025 has likely noticed one thing: a handful of mega-cap technology companies dominate the S&P 500 like never before. Microsoft, Apple, Nvidia, Alphabet, Amazon, and Meta alone make up close to a third of the index, and...
Sam Temple-Baxter
Swissquote Platform for Expats in 2026: Is It Still a Good Choice?
Table of contentsFirst, what is Swissquote exactly?What can you actually do with Swissquote in 2026?What does it cost?Why do expats like Swissquote?Where does Swissquote fall short?How does Swissquote compare to the competition?How good is Swissquote for ETFs?Can it...
Weekly Market Review for Expats and their Portfolios
Here is a quick summary of what has been happening in the past week. You can sign up for my monthly newsletters, which are more detailed and emailed directly to your inbox with macro data to inform your decision-making. Sign up through my home page: Home The past week...
Where Should You Invest £100,000 as a British Expat in 2026?
A common question which crops up a lot, along with, What should I be investing in right now? I can't offer personal financial advice over a blog, YouTube video; however, I can sit down with expats and offer advice after understanding their situation and reviewing...
Top 3 Investment Challenges for Expats in Thailand and How to Overcome Them
Thailand has long been one of the world’s most attractive destinations for expats. With its tropical climate, affordable living costs, and high quality of life, it’s no wonder so many foreigners settle here. Having lived in Asia for 10 years and settled in Thailand,...
Why Estate Planning Matters for UK Expats in Asia
For British expats living in Asia, estate planning is not simply about distributing assets; it’s about protecting wealth across borders, navigating conflicting legal systems, and preserving values and intent across generations. Whether you’ve built wealth through...
Buying Discounted Secondary Market Structured Notes: How I use them in my own personal portfolio
In the hunt for yield and stability in a volatile world, savvy investors are increasingly turning to the secondary market for structured notes. These products are often misunderstood and sometimes misused; they can offer double-digit returns when purchased...
Thailand’s 2025 Offshore Income Proposed Tax Change: What Expats and Nomads Must Know
As of January 1, 2024, Thailand implemented sweeping changes to how foreign‑sourced income is taxed upon remittance. The Revenue Department’s revised policy initially caused considerable confusion among expats and long‑term residents: under the new interpretation, any...
Thailand Visas in 2025: A Complete Guide for Digital Nomads, Retirees, and Long-Term Expats
Having lived in Thailand for the past 10 years, I can confidently say this country has something for everyone, whether you're chasing surf breaks in Phuket, mountain trails in Chiang Mai, or fast-paced convenience in Bangkok. While it's true Thailand has long been...
Market Review: Caution from the Crowd and the Contrarian View
This is a brief market review; you can find more in-depth ones in my newsletter, which I send out monthly. This was written in June, and the aim is to inform you of what's happening in the markets, through data, thoughts and opinions. I've been managing expats...
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