En getAbstract resumimos libros* que le ayuden a la gente a entender el mundo y hacerlo un mejor lugar. Lo que escogemos para nuestra biblioteca tiene que sobresalir en una o ambas de las siguientes características:
Revelador – Usted aprenderá cosas que lo informarán para tomar mejores decisiones.
Útil – Usted obtendrá consejos prácticos que lo ayudarán a ser mejor en lo que hace.
Clasificamos todo el contenido en una escala del 1 al 10 en cuanto a estas cualidades principales. Nuestra clasificación le ayuda a organizar su lista de lecturas en sólidas (5) hasta brillantes (10). Los libros con una clasificación menor a 5 no son resumidos. A continuación, explicamos nuestro sistema de clasificación:
10 – Brillante. Un libro útil o revelador que, además de cumplir con los más altos estándares en todos los aspectos pertinentes, se destaca incluso de los mejores. A menudo se trata de un clásico instantáneo y lectura obligada para todo el mundo.
9 – Magnífico. Un libro útil o revelador bien construido, con muchas fortalezas y sin defectos dignos de mención.
8 – Muy bueno. Un libro útil o revelador que incluye una cantidad importante de cualidades destacables aunque no sea excelente en su totalidad, por ejemplo, un libro que presenta los hallazgos más recientes en un área específica, de la autoría de un experto de renombre, pero que falla un poco en estilo.
7 – Bueno. Un libro útil o revelador que combina dos o más fortalezas destacables, por ejemplo, un libro que contiene ideas novedosas poco comunes y las presenta de manera interesante.
6 – Destacable. Un libro útil o revelador que se destaca en por lo menos un aspecto, como puede ser que esté particularmente bien estructurado.
5 – Sólido. Un libro útil o revelador a pesar de sus flaquezas obvias. Por ejemplo, puede ofrecer consejos aceptables en algunas áreas pero que sea repetitivo o poco relevante en otras.
*getAbstract resume mucho más que libros. Buscamos todo tipo de contenidos que puedan interesarle a nuestro público: libros, pero también artículos, reportes, videos y podcasts. Lo que mencionamos acerca de los libros es aplicable a todos los formatos que incluimos.
FAQs
The little-known Swiss private bank Pictet is one of the last institutions still hewing to the old era of bank secrecy. Most of its leaders are descendants of the bank's founders.
How much is the Pictet family worth? ›
Pictet: 5–6 Billion Francs
The richest family in Swiss banking remains the Pictet family, with assets worth about 6 billion francs according to the list compiled by «Bilanz».
Who is the owner of Pictet bank? ›
Pictet is owned and managed by six partners-- Nicolas Pictet is its senior partner—who abide by principles of ownership and succession that have remained unchanged since its foundation.
How much money do you need to open a Swiss bank account? ›
The minimum balance for Swiss bank accounts depends on the account type and can vary from free of charge up to millions of dollars. Generally, Swiss banks may require you to deposit at least 10,000 CHF ( $9,000 or EUR 6,800) within a month of opening your account.
What bank do rich Americans use? ›
JP Morgan Private Bank
“J.P. Morgan Private Bank is the more elite program serving ultra-high-net-worth individuals,” Naghibi said. “It offers comprehensive services in savings, checking and retirement account management. But, more than anything, it gives clients access to their bank and team with a concierge feel.”
What is the Pictet bank scandal? ›
Between 2008 and 2014, the bank had 1,637 accounts on behalf of American clients, who collectively evaded approximately $50.6 million in U.S. taxes, the DOJ said. The accounts held more than $5.6 billion of the roughly $20 billion in total assets from U.S. taxpayers that the bank managed during the relevant period.
What family owns most of the world's wealth? ›
With an estimated wealth of $305 billion, the Royal family of Abu Dhabi- Al Nahyan family— is known as the richest family in the world. The head of the Al Nahyan family, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, is the ruler and President of the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
Is Pictet prestigious? ›
In the mythology of private banking, Banque Pictet & Cie SA stands apart. Over the course of more than two centuries, the Swiss institution has discreetly tended to the assets of the very rich, led by a small crop of partners who form the most exclusive men-only club anywhere outside the Vatican.
What family owns the biggest bank in the world? ›
3. Rothschild, the Largest Bank in the World: How Multinational Family Ownership Overcame Nearly All Management Complexities When Others Failed.
Is Pictet a good bank? ›
According to FitchRatings and Moody's Investors Service, two of the major international rating agencies, Pictet's ratings, shown below, are among the highest in the banking industry. Moody's Long Term Deposit Rating was assigned in 2009 and upgraded to Aa2 in 2015.
The Henokiens: The world's oldest family-run business
Banque Pictet & Cie SA was admitted to the Henokiens Association in 2005 at the time of the Bank's bicentenary. The Association brings together the world's oldest family-run businesses.
What is the operating income of Pictet? ›
Against this backdrop, Pictet demonstrated its experi- ence, discipline and unwavering commitment to long-term thinking. The Group reported operating income of CHF 3,2bn for the year ended 31 December 2023, down 1% year on year.
Do Swiss banks report to the IRS? ›
As of 2022, information about your Swiss bank account must be handed over to the IRS in the United States. The IRS is responsible for collecting taxes and assessing the wealth of Americans, even wealth held in Swiss bank accounts must be accounted for.
Can a US citizen have a Swiss bank account? ›
Yes, it's legal for U.S. citizens to open a bank account in Switzerland. However, setting up a Swiss bank account requires a identity verification and you might have to provide various official documents that serve as proof of address and income.
What is the most discreet Swiss bank? ›
What Swiss banks provide the highest levels of secrecy?
- Credit Suisse;
- It's large competitor UBS;
- And Pictet private bank.
The Institute for Works of Religion (IOR), commonly referred to as the Vatican Bank, is a privately held financial institution located inside Vatican City. Founded in 1942, the IOR's role is to safeguard and administer property intended for works of religion or charity.
Are Swiss banks still secretive? ›
Banking secrecy remains in force for all residing in and taxable in Switzerland only. Disclosing client information has been considered a criminal offence since the early 1900s.
