market500 - private jets.

This article was first published in Market500 Winter 2007

Private Jets: No Plane, No Gain

Tom Armitage - Zurich

Global Jet Concept has established itself as one of the leading private aviation companies in Europe in just eight years by offering top-quality service, a first-class fleet and convincing customers that private jets can be a viable proposition. In today’s business world, time is of the essence. Executives need to be able to cross the continent at short notice. They require fast, flexible and safe transport. And they want to organise their schedules with the minimum risk of delays.
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market500 - property.

This article was first published in Market500 May 2008

Real Estate: Super Prime Time

Tom Armitage - Zurich

While average real estate values in the United States and the UK soften, the super-prime section of the market shows little sign of slowing down. Luxury properties in London and Manhattan continue to command high prices and are selling as fast ever. Limited supply in the best locations means the values of super-luxury properties are holding up. Oil revenues and buyers from Asia have supported the market in London while an influx of foreign capital, combined with strong demand from locals, is helping to sustain the market for top-end property in Manhattan.

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