Managers of Wealth Asia Pacific

Shruti Advani: Hong Kong Still an Expat Haven?

Anecdotally, it would seem that assets and those who are tasked with managing them, are fleeing the uncertainty of Hong Kong.

Modest income growth expected for banks

We expect the low interest rate environment to persist moving into 2020.

Chairman aims to turn Woori into universal banking group

The group expects its recent acquisitions and additional plans for M&As will continue to attract foreign investors.

More China tech companies eyeing Singapore banks' lunch

Yillion and Hande groups latest known China entrants in race for digibank licence; they're part of bid led by iFast Corp

How to bring Indonesia’s great unbanked masses into the fold of financial inclusion

When getting to the nearest bank branch can be a perilous journey, and where more people have smartphones than bank accounts, digital banking is clearly the solution.

3 UOB-owned fund managers pledge to invest responsibly

UOB Asset Management, UOB Venture Management and UOB Global Capital affirm their commitment to pursue responsible investments

China’s Financial Services Industry Is Banking on AI

The banking industry was the biggest investor in AI-related applications, accounting for 70 percent of all market purchases.

Asset management in an age of long life expectancy

In their desire to reduce risk to their finances in retirement, many older Japanese have inadvertently created a new risk.

Cash Shortage Hurts Investment in Vietnam

One reason that companies do not want to have such a long cycle is that it makes them more vulnerable to debt.

Islamic fintechs becoming ‘global phenomenon’

The study is based on a survey of 180 companies worldwide, half of them fintechs and the others being incubators and accelerators, consultancies, financial institutions and investors, with respondent being based in the UK, Middle East, other Europe, South

8 out of 10 millennials now prioritise responsible investing

Indeed, Environmental Social and Governance considerations now sit at the heart of that process.

Analysis: GPIF puts short sellers on the naughty list

It declares short selling to be “inconsistent with the fulfillment of the stewardship responsibilities of a long-term investor”.

Leading offshore law firm launches photography competition to celebrate diversity and inclusion in the work place

The Awards are intended to celebrate diversity and inclusion in the workplace and to showcase the work of Hong Kong-based photographers.

Will Malaysian banks look for M&A in Indonesia again following Bank Permata deal?

Recall that over the last decade, several banks, including RHB Bank Bhd, Affin Bank Bhd and Bank Islam Malaysia Bhd, were intent on acquiring Indonesian banks.

Mergers, acquisitions in banking industry mark 2019 despite weak loan growth

Although market players had been expecting the transaction as discussions on the acquisition had been ongoing since late 2017, they did not expect the sum of money the Japanese financial heavyweights poured in to acquire Danamon and BNP.

China's $45 Trillion Market Is Opening Up. Here's What to Watch in 2020

China is at a stage where regulators and the government are comfortable that local business can handle the threat of foreign competition

Say Goodbye to Banking as We Know It

Little is known about the digital yuan except that it’s been in the works for five years and Beijing is nearly ready to roll.

Can setting up digital banks help Malaysia achieve growth in 2020?

To keep up the momentum and excitement, the central bank of Malaysia has issued a draft licensing framework on creating digital banks in the country.

Women in financial services are tackling an underserved market: themselves

Serving Women As Financial Services Customers: Women In Financial Services 2020

IMF acknowledges Hong Kong's robust policy frameworks and ample buffers for addressing economic challenges and safeguarding financial stability

The IMF notes that Hong Kong is well placed to address both cyclical and structural challenges given its significant buffers, despite weakened economic activity and mounting headwinds on the growth outlook.

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