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Global Wealth Migration Review Summary

Core Content Overview

This report provides an in-depth analysis of global wealth and wealth migration trends over the past 10 years, with projections for the next decade. It highlights the performance of countries and cities in terms of wealth growth, inequality, and migration patterns, emphasizing the role of economic health, safety, and business opportunities in attracting and retaining high net worth individuals (HNWIs).

Main Points and Key Information

Wealth Band Definitions

• Billionaires: Individuals with net assets of US$1 billion or more.
• Multi-millionaires: Individuals with net assets of US$10 million or more.
• Millionaires (HNWs): Individuals with net assets of US$1 million or more.
• Mass Affluent: Individuals with net assets between US$100,000 and US$1 million.

Global Wealth Statistics (End of 2017)

• Total private wealth worldwide: ~US$215 trillion.
• Average wealth per capita: ~US$28,400.
• Number of HNWIs globally: ~15.2 million.
• Number of multi-millionaires: ~584,000.
• Number of billionaires: ~2,252.

The W10: The 10 Wealthiest Countries (2017)

Wealth Growth Over the Past Year (2016-2017)

• Top performers (12%+ growth):

  • India: 25%
  • Malta: 22%
  • China: 22%
  • Mauritius: 20%
  • Sri Lanka: 20%
  • Vietnam: 20%
  • New Zealand: 18%
  • Israel: 18%
  • Australia: 17%
  • United States: 15%
  • Japan: 15%
  • Korea, Rep.: 15%
  • Monaco: 15%

• Worst performers (negative growth):

  • Pakistan: -10%
  • Nigeria: -10%
  • Venezuela, RB: -8%
  • Turkey: -6%
  • Qatar: -5%
  • Russian Federation: -5%
  • Iran, Islamic Rep.: -5%
  • Saudi Arabia: -2%

Wealth Growth Over the Past 10 Years (2007-2017)

• Top performers (70%+ growth):

  • Vietnam: 210%
  • China: 198%
  • Mauritius: 195%
  • Ethiopia: 190%
  • India: 160%
  • Sri Lanka: 133%
  • Panama: 125%
  • Uruguay: 117%
  • Malta: 95%
  • Indonesia: 92%
  • New Zealand: 90%
  • Australia: 83%
  • Korea, Rep.: 80%
  • Israel: 80%
  • Philippines: 76%
  • Paraguay: 76%
  • Rwanda: 74%
  • Argentina: 73%
  • Kenya: 73%
  • Monaco: 70%

• Worst performers (negative growth):

  • Venezuela, RB: -48%
  • Greece: -37%
  • Italy: -19%
  • Spain: -19%
  • Norway: -17%
  • Portugal: -13%
  • Netherlands: -12%
  • France: -11%
  • Finland: -11%
  • Egypt, Arab Rep.: -10%
  • Denmark: -9%
  • Belgium: -7%
  • Austria: -5%
  • Sweden: -3%
  • United Kingdom: -2%
  • Algeria: -2%

Future Wealth Growth Trends (2017-2027)

• Expected global wealth growth: ~50% (reaching US$321 trillion by 2027).
• Fastest growing markets:
  • Sri Lanka: 200% growth, driven by safety, education, and emerging sectors.
  • India: 200% growth, fueled by entrepreneurs, education, and strong sectors.
  • Vietnam: 200% growth, as an emerging manufacturing hub.
  • China: 180% growth, due to hi-tech, financial services, and healthcare sectors.
  • Mauritius: 150% growth, with a business-friendly environment and low tax rates.

The Asia 7: Big 7 Wealth Markets in Asia

Wealth Inequality by Country

• Most equal countries (wealth held by HNWIs < 30%):

  • Japan: 23%
  • New Zealand: 26%
  • Norway: 27%
  • Australia: 28%
  • Canada: 28%
  • Germany: 28%
  • Sweden: 28%
  • Denmark: 29%
  • South Korea: 29%
  • Finland: 29%

• Most unequal countries (wealth held by HNWIs > 50%):

  • Saudi Arabia: 60%
  • Russia: 58%
  • Nigeria: 56%
  • Brazil: 53%
  • Turkey: 52%

Wealth Inequality by Billionaires

• Russia: 24% of total wealth held by billionaires.
• Japan: 3% of total wealth held by billionaires.

Population Density and Wealth Per Capita

• Low population density countries (e.g., Canada, Australia) tend to have higher wealth per capita.
• High population density countries (e.g., Nigeria, Ethiopia) often have lower wealth per capita.
• Exceptions include financial hubs like Hong Kong, Monaco, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, and Singapore, which have high wealth per capita despite high population density.

The Wealthiest Cities Worldwide (2017)

Wealth Migration Trends

• HNWIs migration is influenced by factors such as safety, economic opportunities, and political stability.
• Countries with large inflows of HNWIs in 2017:
  • Malta, Mauritius, Singapore, Hong Kong, and others.
• Countries with large outflows of HNWIs in 2017:
  • Nigeria, Pakistan, Venezuela, and others.
• Cities with large inflows of HNWIs in 2017:
  • Colombo, Pune, Hyderabad, Bangalore, Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, Ho Chi Minh City, Hangzhou, and Port Louis.
• Cities with large outflows of HNWIs in 2017:
  • Not explicitly listed, but the report emphasizes the importance of safety and economic opportunities in attracting HNWIs.

Key Investment Trends for HNWIs (2017)

• HNWIs are investing in real estate, stock markets, and luxury items such as art and classic cars.
• Popular hotels for the super-rich in 2017:
  • The Ritz Paris, Mandarin Oriental, London, Four Seasons, Singapore, and others.
• Popular trains for the super-rich in 2017:
  • Private luxury trains like the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express and others.
• Popular hobbies for the super-rich in 2017:
  • Collecting art, yachts, classic cars, and fine wines.

Global Prime Property Index

• The report includes a list of the top 20 most expensive prime property locations (2016-2017), highlighting cities such as London, New York, and Sydney.

Drivers of Wealth Growth

• Factors such as a stable economy, low crime rates, and favorable tax policies are crucial in attracting and retaining wealth.
• The Woman Safety Index is also a key factor in wealth growth, as safety for women is associated with better economic conditions and investment climate.

About New World Wealth

• The report is published by New World Wealth, which compiles data on HNWIs and wealth trends using a combination of databases, interviews, and market statistics.

Conclusion

The report underscores that wealth is a more accurate indicator of economic health than GDP, as it reflects the actual private wealth held by individuals. It highlights the rapid growth of Asian economies and the importance of safety, business opportunities, and low tax rates in attracting HNWIs. Future projections suggest continued strong growth in Asia, with the Asia 7 expected to become a major global economic force.