Swiss Money Secrets

In this episode of  Swiss Money Secrets , WHVP’s Jess Roberson, Jamie Vrijhof-Droese, and Urs Vrijhof-Droese come together for an in-house discussion on the key economic developments shaping the spring of 2025. With no guest joining this time, the trio shares their take on the shifting financial landscape and what it could mean for investors. They explore Switzerland’s current 0% inflation rate an...

In this episode of The Swiss View, Jess Roberson and Urs Vrijhof-Droese take a closer look at Switzerland's inflation and interest rate landscape, putting it in context with the broader economic developments in the U.S. and Europe. They discuss how consumer sentiment is shifting across these regions and explore the political changes influencing fiscal and monetary policy. From Swiss price stabilit...

In this episode of Swiss Money Secrets, we sit down with Julia Fernandez, one of WHVP’s long-standing team members, to explore her unique perspective on the evolution of the family business over the past decades. Julia shares her story of joining WHVP in its early days under the leadership of Robert Vrijhof, reflecting on what attracted her to the boutique wealth management company and how the fir...

In this special episode of Swiss Money Secrets, we explore the legacy and evolution of WHVP, a family-owned Swiss wealth management firm dedicated to helping Americans protect and preserve their wealth offshore. Join us for an in-depth conversation between WHVP’s founder, Robert Vrijhof, and second-generation Managing Partner, Jamie Vrijhof-Droese, as they share the story behind the firm’s success...

Join Urs Vrijhof-Droese and Jess Roberson as they dive into the changing landscape of the European political and economic environment to help provide the Swiss perspective on how things are moving. The U.S. markets have been failing to repeat their performance over the last two years, while the European markets are off to a very hot start for 2025. Germany is on track to loosen their debt break, a...

As economic uncertainty, political instability, and healthcare challenges grow in many countries, more wealthy individuals are exploring international options for both their finances and personal well-being. In this episode of Swiss Money Secrets, we sit down with Kevin Bürchler from SIP Medical Family Office to uncover the striking parallels between wealth management and health management—and why...

The latest U.S. employment report shows a slowing job market, with payroll growth moderating to 143,000 in January and the unemployment rate ticking up to 4.0%. But beneath the surface, revisions paint an even weaker picture—job growth in 2023 was lower than initially reported. While healthcare and retail added jobs, sectors like oil, gas, and manufacturing saw declines. Is this a sign of a coolin...

Have you ever wondered how the ultra-rich manage to secure their wealth? Look no further than Switzerland. In our podcast, "Swiss Money Secrets," we delve into the fascinating world of Swiss offshore banking and wealth management. Join us as we talk to leading Swiss financial industry experts and explore the benefits and intricacies of offshore banking for Americans. The WHVP team will cover every...

In this episode of Swiss Money Secrets, we dive deep into the fascinating debate of Bitcoin vs. Gold as stores of value. Discover the historical context that shaped gold as the traditional safe haven and how Bitcoin emerged as its digital counterpart. We’ll compare their scarcity, volatility, security, liquidity, and use cases to help you understand their unique roles in safeguarding wealth. Can B...

And so the Trump era begins with the U.S. Markets remaining strong, but it might be where investors aren't looking where the opportunities lay, it might just be undervalued international stocks. Other countries' currencies have seemingly crumbled as the U.S. dollar went on a tear in appreciation, but there is another explanation that gives pause for concern to those touting, "USA, the...

Join us as we revisit the most impactful topics from Swiss Money Secrets in 2024. This special episode highlights expert insights on offshore wealth management, regulatory compliance, and asset protection tailored for Americans seeking to safeguard and grow their wealth internationally.   Discover strategies to navigate global markets, ensure portfolio diversification, and remain SEC-compliant whi...

The US Markets are flying sky-high, but are retail investors experiencing the same thing? While the US is still in its euphoric state of strong markets, a "strong" economy, and a strong currency, the rest of the world seems to be really struggling. Does this suggest the US is untouched by the global challenges? We will dive into this as we break down the global economy and marketplace place, givin...

In this episode of  Swiss Money Secrets , Neal Weiss and Jonathan Tiegerman from Tiegerman Tax analyze what US persons can expect in terms of tax and economic policy as Donald Trump prepares to re-enter the White House in 2025. They explore potential shifts in estate and gift taxes, corporate tax rates, and the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), considering the likelihood of extensions or changes to ex...

In this episode, we dive into the impact of the upcoming U.S. election on American investors and why Switzerland, with its strong financial stability, is the perfect place for diversifying your portfolio. We kick off the discussion by explaining why the Swiss are paying close attention to the U.S. election. The team then breaks down what investors can expect under a Democrat or Republican win, fol...

Is there a rally to the bottom for the U.S. economy? The inflation rate is slowing, interest rates are dropping, unemployment rose but then started to fall again, and Gold is going through the roof. Everything seems too good to be true. It might just be. Gaining an understanding of why things are happening can help you understand more than the headlines you get. With shifts happening around the wo...

With all the good news on inflation and the Fed on the verge of loosening its interest rates, good news seems to be flooding in. Unless there is other data that is looking to quell the party, how will markets and investors be reacting, turbulently or enthusiastically? Will the US dollar continue with the current trend of devaluation on the back of three years of inflation eating at the wealth of A...

Two offshore banking and wealth management experts will discuss their opinions on the Fed and its Jackson Hole meeting and the direction of the U.S. central bank's policy. They will also discuss the Euro Area's inflation environment and its major economies. Sign up for the Swiss View to stay up-to-date! Welcome to our weekly dive into the heart of global finance! Join WHVP offshoring banking and i...

A coversation of two offshore banking and wealth management expert who share their opinions on the how United States inflation figures are heading in the right direction and Japan's Gross Domestic Product Growth just went through the roof. Welcome to our weekly dive into the heart of global finance! Join WHVP offshoring banking and investing experts as they dissect the pulse of the world economy f...

Urs and Jess discuss China's trade balance and inflation data before diving into the market's madness since the Federal Reserve's July interest rate decision. Welcome to our weekly dive into the heart of global finance! Join WHVP offshoring banking and investing experts as they dissect the pulse of the world economy from a Swiss perspective, bringing you insights into the most pressing topics and...

Urs and Jess will discuss the Euro Area's inflation data and the rumblings around Europe's major economies. They also discuss the implications of the FED interest rate cut in this Weekly Market Review. They will also get into Switzerland's economic consent and China's foreign direct investment (FDI) disaster. Welcome to our weekly dive into the heart of global finance! Join Jess and Urs as they di...

In this Weekly Market Review, Urs and Jess will discuss the consumer sentiment number of the German economy and the U.S. economy's second-quarter gross domestic product growth numbers from their perspectives as offshore wealth management professionals.    Welcome to our weekly dive into the heart of global finance! Join Jess and Urs as they dissect the pulse of the world economy from a Swiss persp...

Urs and Jess will discuss China's gross domestic product (GDP) growth and the European Central Bank's interest rate decision in this Weekly Market Review. They will also get into the happenings of China selling off historic amounts of U.S. government debt and the underlying queasiness of the global economy. Welcome to our weekly dive into the heart of global finance! Join Jess and Urs as they diss...

After a two-week break, Urs and Jess are back on the Weekly Market Review podcast. They will discuss the U.K.'s gross domestic product (GDP) growth and the U.S. economy's inflationary environment. They will also touch on Germany's trade balance and the revisions to the U.S. GDP growth rate. Welcome to our weekly dive into the heart of global finance! Join Jess and Urs as they dissect the pulse of...

In this Weekly Market Review podcast episode, Jess Roberson⁠ and Urs Vrijhof-Droese discuss The Bank of England's interest rate decision and the U.S. and German consumer sentiment reports. They also discuss the surprise rate cut of the Swiss National Bank. Welcome to our weekly dive into the heart of global finance! Join Jess and Urs as they dissect the pulse of the world economy from a Swiss pers...

In this Weekly Market Review podcast episode, Jess Roberson⁠ discusses The Bank of Japan's interest rate decision and the Fed's projections for the future, as they left interest rates unchanged. He also discusses the U.S. inflation figures and what the BRICS nations have been up to as of late. Welcome to our weekly dive into the heart of global finance! Join Jess and Urs as they dissect the pulse...