Managers of Wealth Asia Pacific

HKUST Establishes Institute for Financial Research

The institute will act as an interdisciplinary and international platform to address the key challenges and opportunities facing Hong Kong as an international financial hub.

Can VP Bank Turn Around Its Persistent Turmoil?

A difference in expectations was cited as the reason for the exit of the two private banking veterans.

Turbulence in Japan equities: assessing the recent downturn and prospects for recovery

Unpacking the recent market slide and looking at the factors to focus on

Businesses Positive On MAlaysia's Prospects: UOB Survey

The annual study revealed that Malaysia has emerged as the most important country for businesses in ASEAN

Can Bali become Asia’s next wealth-management hub?

Jakarta certainly needs to do something to ensure that more of the wealth created onshore stays onshore.

Closing the gender gap in wealth advice teams

Future IM/Pact is an industry initiative seeking to attract more diverse talent into the investment teams of fund managers and superannuation funds.

DBS’ Upcoming CEO Foreshadows Next Chapter

Tan Su Shan has been named as the new CEO of DBS, succeeding incumbent Piyush Gupta in March 2025.

How Philanthropy in Asia Is Evolving Private wealth investors, family offices, are on the rise.

Next Gen funders are prioritizing environmental, social and governance (ESG) criteria and seek evidence based solutions.

China's third plenum: private banks expected more clarity

The plenum saw top Chinese officials discuss policies to raise consumption, boost innovation and the local property market.

The Henley Passport Index

2024 Global Ranking

China Business Law Journal Recognizes Morgan Lewis With 2024 Awards

Law firms are selected following several months of extensive research

Japan's cash-rich companies: harnessing corporate reforms

Exploring hidden opportunities amid a push for more active cash use

SunCar Technology Announces Two-Year Service Agreement with China Merchants Bank

The collaboration is designed to enhance the CMB customer experience through a sophisticated, technology-driven integration model.

Indian City Named Among 'Fastest-Growing Cities in the World for Millionaires'

The ranking is based on "high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) with liquid investable wealth of USD 1 million or more."

Big banks to refund millions in fees to low-income customers following ASIC report

ASIC Commissioner Alan Kirkland said the banks had caused financial distress through avoidable fees and complicated bank processes, often creating barriers for regional and remote consumers.

BEA Festival 2024 Draws to a Successful Close

Senior management of The Bank of East Asia, Limited (“BEA”) attended the first day of the public sessions on 6 July.

Bank of Singapore's Jason Moo: 'We’re going counter-cyclical'

In the latest CEO Captain series, Citywire Asia sits down with private banking veteran and CEO of Bank of Singapore to understand the changes he made to get the bank to where it is now and his next steps.

While Singapore scrutinises, Hong Kong wins back wealthy Chinese

It’s a shift from the pandemic years when Hong Kong’s strict quarantine and political upheaval led many to flock to Singapore

How can single-family offices retain talent?

In an already stretched talent pool, Singapore's single-family offices are having to grapple with their early recruits now looking to move on after building their track records in the market.

Family offices tap index, passive funds to boost wealth creation

This is an interesting trend as mutual funds are generally looked upon as an investment avenue for retail investors

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