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VAR Capital Webinar on Iran War and its implications for investors
Financial MarketsWebinar Summary: The Iran Conflict and its Impact on Financial Markets Thank you for joining our recent webinar, “The Iran War and its Impact on Financial Markets,” held on April 2nd. As the situation in the Middle East continues to evolve rapidly, we wanted to provide a concise summary of the key insights shared by ...
Strategic Investing for a Purpose: How UK Charities Can Secure Sustainable Success
ViewpointsSTEP journal has pusblished an article by Amie O’Callaghan and Vikash Gupta, where they consider the importance of a thoughtful investment strategy in ensuring a UK charity’s sustainable success and long-term ability to achieve its mission. You can read the full article below: For many charities, managing investments can become a challenge. Trustees are ...
VAR Capital’s CEO Highlights UAE’s Growing Appeal to European Family Offices
NewsVikash Gupta, CEO and co-founder of VAR Capital, recently spoke to AGBI – Arabian Gulf Business Insight about the thriving family office space in the UAE. He emphasized the country’s strong foundation, clear regulations, and attractive tax base as key factors drawing European ultra-high-net-worth families to the region. According to Vikash Gupta, the UAE’s stability ...
Any war is unfortunate but has a similar pattern in markets
ViewpointsHistorical events show a clear pattern: war often triggers panic in financial markets, but this panic can create opportunities for recovery and growth. On average, markets recover +27% from the bottom across 10 major wars. History shows that while war creates panic, it also presents opportunities for significant market recovery. Download this document to see how ...
STEP Benchmarking report – VAR Capital performance
VAR Capital’s performance is benchmarked by STEP, the Society for Trust and Estate Practitioners. The benchmark has several institutional managers, such as HSBC, Rothschild and Royal Bank of Canada. Here is our STEP 2017 Q4 performance report, which details that over c. 5 years we have outperformed the benchmark by c. 10%, with c. 16% ...
View moreVAR Capital Shortlisted for Prestigious Citywealth Magic Circle Awards 2026
We are thrilled to announce that VAR Capital has been shortlisted for Family Office Services of the Year in Citywealth magic Circle Awards 2026. The awards ceremony will take place in London on 13th May 2026. To check out the full shortlist, click here To meet our judging panel, click here A big part of ...
View moreVAR Capital Supports UCL Asset Management Society’s Stock Pitch Competition
We’re thrilled to announce that VAR Capital recently partnered with the UCL Asset Management Society (UCLAM) to support their annual Stock Pitch Competition! The event saw talented members delivering impressive pitches and presentations, showcasing their skills and knowledge in asset management. A big thank you to our recruiting partners and Velox Capital Partners LLP for ...
Vikash Gupta – CEO VAR Capital interviewed by WealthBriefing on why people are leaving UK
Our CEO Vikash Gupta was interviewed by WealthBriefing’s Tom Burroughes on why people are leaving UK. They discussed why UK-based family offices are relocating due to rising taxes, security concerns, and a desire for a better lifestyle. Many are moving to places like Dubai, which is becoming a major wealth hub. Vikash Gupta, a serial ...
VAR Capital Shortlisted for Prestigious Citywealth Magic Circle Awards 2026
We are thrilled to announce that VAR Capital has been shortlisted for Family Office Services of the Year in Citywealth magic Circle Awards 2026. The awards ceremony will take place in London on 13th May 2026. To check out the full shortlist, click here To meet our judging panel, click here A big part of ...
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Unifying three generations: holistic wealth oversight for an international family
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The Legacy Builder: Sukhpal Ahluwalia on Wealth, Family, and Giving Back
VAR Capital Dubai recently organised a lunch and a candid discussion with our founding client Sukhpal Singh Ahluwalia. The topics centered around creating and leaving a legacy across generations. Mr. Ahluwalia emigrated to UK as a young Ugandan refugee and is best known as the founder of Euro Car Parts, which he built into the ...
Amy Stewart – Vice President VAR Capital wins at the Citywealth Future Leaders Awards for Private Investment/Family Office Individual of the Year
‘VAR capital is happy to announce that Amy Stewart – Vice President VAR Capital wins Bronze at the Citywealth Future Leaders Awards for Private Investment/Family Office Individual of the Year. Winners of The Citywealth Future Leaders Awards were announced during a glittering awards ceremony at the 5 star Intercontinental Hotel in London. The awards, now ...
VIKASH GUPTA – CEO VAR Capital joins Advisory Board of Imperial’s Centre for Responsible Leadership
Vikash Gupta, VAR Capital Co-founder and CEO joins other Global leaders in the Advisory Board to guide Imperial’s Centre for Responsible Leadership. Drawing on academic theory and business practice, the centre focuses on generating meaningful change in businesses and organisations through evidence-based research that addresses the key economic, social, environmental and technological challenges facing organisations ...
VAR Capital Expands Platform with Senior Hires and Dubai Office
VAR Capital has announced a major platform expansion, launching a Private Capital business and opening a new office in Dubai to cater to its growing Middle Eastern client base. The firm has also made key senior hires, including Rupesh Patel to lead Private Capital, Jonathan Eldridge as Investment Director, and Amie O’Callaghan to strengthen client ...
Our CEO speaks to Mark Brooks, education consultant on why VAR Capital is a special place for families looking for a differentiated wealth manager and family office
Our CEO recently spoke with Mark Brooks, an education consultant, about what sets VAR Capital apart as a wealth manager and family office. He highlighted the firm’s personalized approach, commitment to integrity, and focus on building lasting legacies for families. By taking a holistic view of each family’s goals and values, VAR Capital provides bespoke ...
VAR Capital CEO recognised among top wealth management professionals in Citywealth Leaders List 2025
VAR Capital CEO – Vikash Gupta is honoured to be a part of the highly anticipated Leaders List 2025 in the category – Family office Advisors, recognising the most respected and recommended professionals in the wealth management and private client industry. This year’s list, which is now in its 20th year, celebrates and recommends individuals who have ...
VAR Capital is a finalist in the prestigious STEP Awards
Thrilled to announce that we’ve made it to the finalists for the prestigious STEP Awards! Huge congratulations to our amazing team for their hard work and dedication. We had won the STEP Private Clients Award in 2021 and we are so glad to be back in the list of finalists. The judges have chosen 73 ...
USD weakness, current state and future outlook
VAR’s Investment Director, Jonathan Eldridge summarises the state of affairs for the world’s reserve currency, US Dollar. Executive Summary Current Dollar Weakness Investor Focus: Dollar weakness has been a significant concern for investors, particularly intensifying in recent weeks. Long-Term Trends: Since the Global Financial Crisis (GFC), the dollar has been in a structural bull ...
Tom Graham – 60 seconds interview with Citywealth Leaders List
Tom Graham, Head of Lending at VAR Capital was recently interviewed by Citywealth Leaders List. He shared his professional journey and some personal insights. First published on Citywealth, read more here You can also read the article below: Tell Citywealth readers a bit about your role. I am the Head of Lending at VAR Capital, a ...
Simon Reid awarded Mentor of the Year at the GAIN awards
We’re delighted to announce that Simon Reid, Investment Director at VAR Capital, has been awarded Mentor of the Year at the GAIN awards. GAIN (Girls Are INvestors) was founded to champion gender equality in the next generation of investment professionals by providing a platform for learning, development and networking. Set up by investment professionals, GAIN’s ...