The Cultural Investment Conference 2025 concluded in Riyadh. Held over two days, 29–30 September, the event reinforced culture as an asset and a driver of sustainable growth. Organized by the Saudi Ministry of Culture under the patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, the
As an investment, art is growing in acceptance and prevalence. Historically, it has proven to perform better than other asset classes, especially in downturns. Studies by Barclays Capital and The Economist (in 2003 and 2005) showed that art outperformed both equities and property over both short and long periods of time. But, like wine or
The Lagos art scene, with its dynamism and relentless innovation, has long been powered by passion and perseverance. Artists, filmmakers, and photographers have built a global reputation for their raw talent and storytelling prowess, often in the face of immense structural challenges. Sterling Bank is staking its claim in this scene by investing in a
Making a quick profit on a piece of art or an antique is a comparative rarity, if only because transaction costs – dealers’ margins and auction house fees – trend to limit the scope. Nevertheless, investing in art can be a lucrative hobby for those prepared to do their research in advance. The best motto
Public art isn’t just decoration. It is an investment that delivers measurable cultural, social and economic returns. Melbourne already hosts projects where art has transformed precinct identity and market appeal, yet the opportunity for developers and policymakers to harness this value is far greater. At Melbourne Square, Troy Emery’s Guardian Lion, a 15.4m by 18.7m
Last Updated:September 16, 2025, 13:15 IST Vipula Monga, art consultant, shares her philosophy of buying art you can live with, championing emerging artists while balancing beauty and investment potential. Vipula Monga (R) with artist Anika Jain Stepping into the gallery where Vipula Monga staged her recent exhibition feels like entering a soaring corridor of stories,
08 SEP 2025 • By Noemie Veñegas • 2 min read • Investor Strategy Share × Share this article on: Link copied! In this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, host Phil Tarrant sits down with Lachlan Vidler from Atlas Property Group, who is also the chairman of PIPA and set to appear on
Noticed the global economy lately? Stocks are performing like horse drawn carriages in the Monaco Grand Prix. Investors are now looking for alternatives, and one of these is art. Since the closest I’ve come to culture is using a Mona Lisa postcard as a beer coaster, I’ve harassed local art collectors about the pros and
Sotheby’s has posted a steep increase in annual losses as the world’s art market continues to struggle, compounding pressure on the auction house owned by billionaire Patrick Drahi. Filings from parent company Bidfair Luxembourg show losses more than doubled to $248 million (£184 million) in 2024, compared with $106 million the previous year. Revenues fell
SINGAPORE – Stepping into the hush-hush reception area of multinational investment bank UBS in Penang Road, one encounters what looks like a 3m-long gold foil, covered end to end with Danish words in Gothic script. Someone in search of a meeting room would likely pay it scant attention. But according to UBS art collection specialist