Looking ahead to 2026

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1. A return to taste and curation

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Growing desire for humanity

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Human-centred wealth

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The professionalisation of foresight

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Long-termism in a short-term world

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From optimisation to optionality

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Identity-driven leadership

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Read the full report of the key shifts shaping the family office landscape in 2026.

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