HNWI

04 May, 26

Is luxury courting China’s VICs the right way?

As aspirational shoppers pull back, brands are doubling down on their wealthiest clients. But in China, exclusivity can quickly turn into pressure. As aspirational shoppers pull back, brands are doubling down on their wealthiest clients. But in China, exclusivity can quickly curdle into pressure. Image: Xiaohongshu A Jiangxi-based Xiaohongshu user posting under the handle @don’taskwhoamI recently shared […]
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17 Apr, 26

Ultra-rich in United Arab Emirates Remain Bullish on Gold, Hopeful That Peace Will Return

According to Agility Research and Strategy, UAE is steadily consolidating its status as a global hub for entrepreneurship, international capital and private wealth, despite geopolitical woes in the region. Despite geopolitical uncertainty and severe disruption of trade in the region, United Arab Emirates remains a land of wealth creation and opportunity, according to a new […]
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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 & 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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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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