Consulting

29 Dec, 25

Agility Roundtable – Dubai

A milestone for us at Agility Research & Strategy & AFFLUENTIAL as we hosted our first Luxury & Wealth Roundtable in Dubai, a city that continues to rise as a Global hub for HNWIs and affluent consumers. From deep dives into the 2026 financial and luxury outlook, to insights powered by our AFFLUENTIAL TrendLens™ reports, the […]
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09 Oct, 25

HSBC and HSBC Life remain most trusted financial brands in Singapore in 2025

WealthLens Singapore 2025 shows HSBC and HSBC Life maintaining top rankings, though the report notes that Singapore’s affluent are increasingly open to switching financial brands. Singapore’s high-net-worth (HNW) and ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) individuals have named HSBC and HSBC Life as the most trusted financial brands for banking and insurance respectively, according to Agility Research & Strategy’s WealthLens Singapore […]
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10 Sep, 25

What insurance brands do Singapore’s wealthy trust most?

AIA and Prudential were ranked 2nd and 3rd most trusted brands. Singapore’s high-net-worth (HNW) and ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) individuals are expected to continue placing their trust in HSBC Life, AIA, and Prudential as the most reliable insurance providers in 2025, according to Agility Research & Strategy’s latest WealthLens survey. The study, which tracks the preferences of […]
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29 Aug, 25

Agility Research & Strategy is hiring: Opportunities for Senior Retirees looking for Meaningful Work

Job Ad- Senior Consultant  At Agility Research & Strategy, we believe experience is invaluable, and retirement is just the beginning of new contributions. We’re seeking passionate, curious, and collaborative seniors to join our team in roles that blend flexibility with impactful work. We therefore have a program designed with this segment called the Senior Consultant […]
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13 Aug, 25

‘C-cool’ trend reshaping global perceptions

Chinese brands integrating innovation with cultural expression Labubu, viral success China’s creative industries are no longer just reacting to Western trends; they are generating them. The viral success of the character Labubu, a quirky forest elf popularized through social media and collaborations with the Louvre and Uniqlo, is one telling example. “The most notable example […]
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07 Aug, 25

Amrita Banta of Agility Research & Strategy: Understanding the Evolving Behaviour of the World’s Wealthiest

In a recent conversation with Hubbis, Amrita Banta, Managing Director at Agility Research & Strategy, shed light on the company’s mission to decode the shifting priorities of high-net-worth (HNW) and ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) clients. With a dual focus on data-driven research and strategic consulting, Agility Research & Strategy, along with its digital platform Affluential.com, has carved out […]
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07 Aug, 25

Silver vs. next gen: who’s really shaping the future of luxury?

On one side stands the Silver Generation: affluent, loyal, and still the foundation of global luxury sales. On the other hand, we have Millennials and Gen Z, digital natives with high standards and rapidly changing preferences. Agility Research & Strategy’s latest AFFLUENTIAL™ TrendLens and WealthLens research, conducted with 6,043 affluent and HNW consumers across the US, Europe, and […]
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04 Feb, 25

Visa-free option gets stamp of approval

Our Managing Director, Amrita Banta, was featured in Chinadaily.com, emphasizing how easing entry for international visitors not only boosts tourism but also fosters stronger economic and cultural ties. Travelers given passport to convenience as they benefit from more streamlined entry procedures Throughout 2024, China steadily expanded its visa-free travel program, easing entry procedures for international […]
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04 Dec, 24

Shaping 2025: Key Trends in the Luxury Landscape

As we approach 2025, the luxury sector is undergoing transformative shifts across wellness, travel, digital innovation, and food and beverage (F&B). While the sector overall is expected flat growth, HNWIs continue to outperform other segments, with 57% of HNWIs globally expecting their disposable income to increase, indicating a strong appetite for luxury spending. Affluent consumers increasingly seek […]
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