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09 Apr, 26

UAE still poised for growth in post-conflict era: report

Image credit: Shutterstock The United Arab Emirates is steadily consolidating its status as a global hub for entrepreneurship, international capital and private wealth, even as the region navigates a period of heightened geopolitical uncertainty following the recent escalation of tensions between Iran and the United States. A new edition of Agility Research & Strategy’s WealthLens’ […]
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07 Apr, 26

Luxury brands reallocating marketing spend toward experiential, digital channels: report 

What happens when 40 of the world’s leading luxury executives speak candidly about the year ahead? Our 2026 Luxury Leaders Pulse, recently featured by Luxury Roundtable presents a unique perspective from C-level leaders shaping the future of the industry. “The real power of this study lies in the collective voice of leaders, not just what […]
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19 Feb, 26

Collaborations, the new norm of luxury: the rise of cross-sector partnerships

Collaborations have become one of the most powerful levers for luxury brands to stay relevant and maintain a strong emotional connection with their affluent clientele. In today’s market, legacy alone is no longer enough: what matters now is the ability to create distinctive, authentic, and culturally resonant experiences. Over the past decade, collaborations have evolved […]
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29 Dec, 25

Agility Research and Strategy at Shoptalk Luxe

Agility Research & Strategy will be participating in Shoptalk Luxe, one of the most influential global gatherings for luxury retail, brand, and innovation leaders. Set against the backdrop of Monaco, Shoptalk Luxe brings together senior decision makers across luxury fashion, beauty, watches and jewelry, hospitality, and premium experiences to explore how affluent and HNW consumers […]
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29 Dec, 25

Agility Research & Strategy Expands Presence in the Middle East with New Office in Dubai

Agility Research & Strategy, a leading Singapore Head Quartered insights and strategy consultancy specializing in affluent and high-net-worth (HNW) consumer intelligence, today announced the opening of its new office in Dubai, marking a significant milestone in the company’s expansion across the Middle East. The new regional hub, located at Dubai International Financial Center, will strengthen Agility’s ability to […]
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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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