Wealth

Why Luxury Brands Are Grappling With the Price-value Equation

Experts recommend a return to the fundamentals of luxury — genuine craftsmanship, authenticity, quality and durability. Perhaps the thorniest of challenges for luxury brands in an already tough market is restoring a clearer sense of value for money after rampant price hikes and some lapses in quality left many consumers frustrated — or worse, industry experts say. “The remedy […]
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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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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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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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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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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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