Managers of Wealth Asia Pacific

Family office outsourcing set to grow in Asia

The demand for sophisticated services and regulatory requirements are set to drive this segment, says a global study by Ocorian.

Major banks walk challenging tightrope, but still deliver solid results

“Asset quality deterioration is also a real risk, as interest rate increases and inflationary pressures squeeze both households and businesses.

Why higher prices and rates are the new normal

Wine enthusiast and head of Australia fixed income at UBS asset management,Tim Van Klaveren, is pessimistic about inflation and says the next leg of the cycle “is probably back up”.

Value transfer is prioritised by Chinese entrepreneurs

Chinese entrepreneurs make money quicker than those in other countries and are in the process of handing down their businesses to the next generation.

Family trusts key to succession planning: HSBC study

With China witnessing massive wealth creation, developing succession plans with support from professional institutions will help entrepreneurs better realise their goals, says Jackie Mau.

Guy de Picciotto: «China will be a gigantic wealth management market»

Hong Kong and Singapore have already begun to position themselves as offshore centers for wealth from China.

KPMG analysis: China VC investment picks up in the second half of Q1 2023

VC investment in China during Q1’23 totaled USD 7.4 billion as VC activity picked up in the second half of the quarter once the COVID-19 wave diminished.

Why Chinese banks aren’t worried about depositors fleeing

This is because consumers have learned through unfortunate experience that other types of seemingly safe investments can backfire.

China’s reopening: reality check and what to expect

January and February are usually “data vacuum” periods in China.

Japan networking proves positive

Deputy Nick Moakes, representing Guernsey's Committee for Economic Development, recently attended two events in London.

HKMA Annual Report 2022 and Sustainability Report 2022

This year, the HKMA is also issuing its first standalone Sustainability Report 2022, through which members of the public can gain a more in-depth understanding of our strategy and priorities

OCBC Stays on High Alert for Financial Health

According to its last annual report, OCBC recorded nearly S$35 billion ($26 billion) of net cash and placements with the central bank in 2022, which increased from around S$28 billion in 2021.

Why invest in emerging markets right now?

Many EM central banks raised policy rates quicker than DM counterparts to check rising price pressures.

Asia-Pacific investors more likely to switch wealth managers, EY survey finds

The trend is particularly strong in mainland China, where 70% of the respondents said they were looking for a change, as well as Singapore, where 64% made the same comment.

Asia arises: why transition finance is the next big thing

Transition finance has been muddled by the lack of universal standards.

There is no banking crisis: Morgan Stanley CEO James Gorman

Bank chief says fundamentals 'extremely healthy' despite Silicon Valley Bank collapse

Why EM right now?

In times of uncertainty, investors may be reluctant to put money to work in assets sensitive to global growth, rates, and risk appetite—like those from emerging markets.

How StashAway Is Disrupting the Wealth Management Landscape In UAE

Since then, StashAway has raised over 74 million USD and expanded to serve investors across 5 regions, including Dubai since November 2020.

Why the rise of new money is driving a surge in Asian Family Offices

Additionally, the firm has extensive knowledge of setting up trusts for employee shareholding platforms and seeks out bespoke investment opportunities to meet clients’ individual goals.

Where are the best investment opportunities in China?

China’s reopening after Covid lockdowns has attracted considerable investor attention, but there are longer-term trends to consider too.

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