Managers of Wealth Asia Pacific

UBP: Asian «Connector Economies» a Key Opportunity

There are certain goods that will become increasingly restrictive when directly traded between economies of the two blocs.

Singapore banks face margin pressures in 2025 as interest rates head south

The three banks will report their full-year 2024 earnings in February, and they are expected to show net income growth.

Luxury travel is booming – and set to grow further

Think millionaires and billionaires in lavish suites and on private yachts, enjoying exclusive services most of us would never dream of, let alone actually ask for.

Former BSI Asia chief describes his view of the 1MDB scandal

Although he was in the midst of the maelstrom of dramatic events, no charges were ever brought against the Swiss banker.

Hong Kong should lure wealthy visitors for high-end health services: experts

Infectious diseases expert Professor Yuen Kwok-yung among group calling for ‘rapid’ action to cut budget deficit

Bringing Humanity to Private Client Work: Insights from Patricia Woo

Looking ahead to 2025, Patricia highlights her innovative approach of blending spirituality, psychotherapy, and legal expertise to holistically address family dynamics.

Indonesians Most Optimistic in the World About 2025

Individual optimism seems to be ingrained into the regional ethos and this year seems no different.

PwC: Hong Kong Could Reach Top Three in 2025 IPOs

Focus is expected to be on sectors such as AI, IT and telecoms, electric energy, and retail, consumer goods, and services.

Bloomberg Billionaires Index

The Bloomberg Billionaires Index is a daily ranking of the world’s richest people.

Keynote Speech by Mr Gan Kim Yong, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade and Industry, and Chairman of the Monetary Authority of Singapore

This is a significant milestone in SGX’s history.

What people moves shaped funds management this year?

Ahead of the new year, Money Management compiles the biggest people moves of the last 12 months from firms such as Vanguard, Perpetual, Magellan and Fidelity.

Unlocking Domestic Demand Key to Reviving Growth Momentum in China – World Bank Economic Update

The government has provided policy stimulus aimed at balancing short-term support for domestic demand with longer-term financial stability objectives.

Super balances drive household wealth growth

High property prices were the largest driver of the rise, contributing 0.9 percentage points to the overall 2.4% rise in household wealth.

Cbus to play key role in new Bluey movie

The film is to be rolled out in cinemas across the globe under the Disney banner and later streamed on Disney+. It will also air on ABC iView and ABC Kids thereafter.

Global Finance Names The World’s Best Trade Finance Providers 2025

Criteria for choosing the winners included: transaction volume, scope of global coverage, customer service, competitive pricing and innovative technologies.

Henley & Partners Expands to Phnom Penh, Cambodia

With its new office in Phnom Penh, Henley & Partners aims to provide direct access to its expertise in residence and citizenship planning.

Why private debt is set to soar in Asia’s $63 trillion credit market

While the asset class has grown more slowly in Asia than in the U.S., UK and Europe

Nomura Individual Investor Survey

The Nomura Individual Investor Survey is a periodic survey conducted with the aim of better understanding investing activity by individuals and providing information on related trends.

Indonesia’s 50 Richest 2024: Combined Wealth Climbs To $263 Billion Amid Steady Economic Growth

The minimum net worth to qualify crosses $1 billion for the first time.

What are some of the current challenges for mental health in the workplace?

In today’s corporate environment, the term "mental health" is increasingly being discussed

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