Managers of Wealth - Asia http://asia.managersofwealth.com/ Fri, 13 Feb 2026 04:01:00 GMT part of MediaG8way Group http://asia.managersofwealth.com/ http://asia.managersofwealth.com/assets/images/logo.png Managers of Wealth - Asia KohanaPHP Metrobank sees private wealth investors turning choosier in 2026 News Aggregation Team Thursday, February 12, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77382/metrobank-sees-private-wealth-investors-turning-choosier-in-2026 Investors are no longer simply chasing returns. Wealth and Asset Management Chubb sets up wealth arm for HK investment platform launch News Aggregation Team Wednesday, February 11, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77375/chubb-sets-up-wealth-arm-for-hk-investment-platform-launch Chubb Wealth has been launched by the insurer to offer high net worth investors with a range of investment options. Wealth and Asset Management HLB Priority: Redefining Wealth for a New Era News Team Wednesday, February 11, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77376/hlb-priority-redefining-wealth-for-a-new-era Hong Leong Bank Reimagines Its Affluent Wealth Management Segment for High Net-Worth Individuals Wealth and Asset Management AXA partners Deloitte to target Hong Kong HNW wealth segment News Aggregation Team Wednesday, February 11, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77377/axa-partners-deloitte-to-target-hong-kong-hnw-wealth-segment Deloitte says the alliance aims to reinforce Hong Kong as a wealth management hub. Wealth and Asset Management Federated Hermes pushes into Australian wealth management with wholesale launch News Aggregation Team Monday, February 09, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77359/federated-hermes-pushes-into-australian-wealth-management-with-wholesale-launch Federated Hermes has launched its first fund for Australian wholesale investors, focused on global trade finance, as it accelerates an expansion into wealth management. Wealth and Asset Management Macquarie AM boosts Asia wealth team with LGT hire News Aggregation Team Monday, February 09, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77360/macquarie-am-boosts-asia-wealth-team-with-lgt-hire The $477bn firm also announced two more hires, including an Asian wealth marketing head from Lazard AM. Wealth and Asset Management DBS Full-year profit before tax at record SGD 13.1 billion; net profit at SGD 11.0 billion with ROE at 16.2% News Team Monday, February 09, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77361/dbs-full-year-profit-before-tax-at-record-sgd-131-billion-net-profit-at-sgd-110-billion-with-roe-at-162 Board proposes 66 cent final ordinary dividend, a 6 cent increase; fourth-quarter total dividend at 81 cents including Capital Return dividend Wealth and Asset Management UBS to Hire 50 Hong Kong Wealth Bankers After Record Revenue Year News Aggregation Team Monday, February 09, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77362/ubs-to-hire-50-hong-kong-wealth-bankers-after-record-revenue-year A lot of the hiring will be focused on high net-worth Wealth and Asset Management AXA and Deloitte Private Forge Strategic Initiative To Enhance Wealth Planning for HNW Clients News Team Friday, February 06, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77351/axa-and-deloitte-private-forge-strategic-initiative-to-enhance-wealth-planning-for-hnw-clients Deliver enhanced wealth-planning capabilities and client experience for HNW individuals Wealth and Asset Management Deutsche Bank recognised for market leadership and innovation in Korea News Team Thursday, February 05, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77345/deutsche-bank-recognised-for-market-leadership-and-innovation-in-korea Recognition by South Korea highlights Deutsche Bank’s FX market expertise and pioneering role in South Korea’s RFI Programme Wealth and Asset Management SMBC Appoints Global Head of FX in Singapore News Aggregation Team Thursday, February 12, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77385/smbc-appoints-global-head-of-fx-in-singapore Zaman has more than two decades of experience with a focus on sales and trading in FX and rates. Executive Moves Top JBWere wealth leader heads to UBS News Aggregation Team Thursday, February 12, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77387/top-jbwere-wealth-leader-heads-to-ubs UBS said the appointment reflects its ongoing commitment to Australia as a key strategic market and sets the stage for its next phase of growth. Executive Moves Citi India names Ankur Khurana as commercial banking head News Aggregation Team Wednesday, February 11, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77378/citi-india-names-ankur-khurana-as-commercial-banking-head He brings over two decades of experience advising Indian firms across corporate and investment banking Executive Moves HSBC’s Group Operations Chief Joins Singapore Board News Aggregation Team Wednesday, February 11, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77379/hsbcamprsquos-group-operations-chief-joins-singapore-board She has also held board positions at HSBC Securities and the Commodities Futures Trading Commission Market Risk Advisory Committee. Executive Moves StanChart Nabs Ex-UBS Banker for One-Bank Collaboration News Aggregation Team Tuesday, February 10, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77365/stanchart-nabs-ex-ubs-banker-for-one-bank-collaboration Jafree joins with almost three decades of experience at Credit Suisse Executive Moves Bank J. Safra Sarasin appoints Dong Chen as CIO, Asia News Aggregation Team Tuesday, February 10, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77366/bank-j-safra-sarasin-appoints-dong-chen-as-cio-asia Dr. Dong Chen was previously chief Asia strategist at Pictet Wealth Management. Executive Moves ESSSuper welcomes new board chair News Aggregation Team Tuesday, February 10, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77371/esssuper-welcomes-new-board-chair She has been on the fund's board since November 2021 Executive Moves KGI hires Aaron Long as wealth management MD News Aggregation Team Tuesday, February 10, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77372/kgi-hires-aaron-long-as-wealth-management-md Long has been appointed to strengthen KGI's wealth advisory business. Executive Moves ANZ PNG strengthens leadership to support long-term growth and opportunity News Team Monday, February 09, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77363/anz-png-strengthens-leadership-to-support-long-term-growth-and-opportunity ANZ’s ongoing investment in technology and platforms is making banking more efficient and secure. Executive Moves Swissquote Appoints Singapore Deputy Chief News Aggregation Team Friday, February 06, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77353/swissquote-appoints-singapore-deputy-chief He will continue to be responsible for scaling the business while overseeing all client relationships Executive Moves SFC launches trading initiatives to boost digital asset market vibrancy in Hong Kong News Team Thursday, February 12, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77383/sfc-launches-trading-initiatives-to-boost-digital-asset-market-vibrancy-in-hong-kong To further drive VA trading activity in Hong Kong, the SFC permits affiliates of licensed VATPs to act as market makers on their platforms Legal, Regulation & Compliance ASIC imposes licence conditions on Corpay subsidiary following compliance failures News Team Thursday, February 12, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77384/asic-imposes-licence-conditions-on-corpay-subsidiary-following-compliance-failures Australian small business owners managing their FX exposures in volatile times expect AFS licensees to treat them fairly and to afford them important statutory consumer protections they are owed. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Former director of NDIS provider charged with dishonesty offences News Team Tuesday, February 10, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77368/former-director-of-ndis-provider-charged-with-dishonesty-offences The matter is being prosecuted by the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (Cth) (CDPP). Legal, Regulation & Compliance SFC reprimands and fines Kylin International (HK) Co., Limited $9 million for fund management failures News Team Tuesday, February 10, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77370/sfc-reprimands-and-fines-kylin-international-hk-co-limited-9-million-for-fund-management-failures The SFC considers that Kylin’s misconduct was attributable to Wong’s and Zhu’s failures to discharge their duties as members of Kylin’s senior management. Legal, Regulation & Compliance ASIC cancels AFS and AC licences of Centre Capital Securities for failure to pay industry funding levies News Team Friday, February 06, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77356/asic-cancels-afs-and-ac-licences-of-centre-capital-securities-for-failure-to-pay-industry-funding-levies The licences were cancelled after Centre Capital Securities failed to pay industry funding levies Legal, Regulation & Compliance APRA reduces liquidity add-on requirements for Macquarie Bank News Team Friday, February 06, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77357/apra-reduces-liquidity-add-on-requirements-for-macquarie-bank The remaining NCO add-ons will remain in place until APRA confirms that all outstanding remediation activities are completed and effectively embedded. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Strengthening corporate defences against corruption in Singapore: Practical takeaways News Team Thursday, February 05, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77347/strengthening-corporate-defences-against-corruption-in-singapore-practical-takeaways Regulatory expectations now extend well beyond the existence of formal policies, focusing instead on whether companies can demonstrate credible, effective and lived compliance frameworks. Legal, Regulation & Compliance SFC forges stronger industry collaboration to shape a compliant and innovative future News Team Tuesday, February 03, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77335/sfc-forges-stronger-industry-collaboration-to-shape-a-compliant-and-innovative-future The forum also covered other industry developments and regulatory updates. Legal, Regulation & Compliance The Eighth Hong Kong-Switzerland Financial Dialogue News Team Monday, February 02, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77326/the-eighth-hong-kong-switzerland-financial-dialogue During the meeting, the representatives discussed regional and domestic outlook and policy challenges, as well as the latest developments and potential areas of collaboration in sustainable finance, fintech, and market connectivity. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Cross Agency Steering Group announces Strategic Priorities for 2026 to 2028 News Team Friday, January 30, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77318/cross-agency-steering-group-announces-strategic-priorities-for-2026-to-2028 During the meeting, members also reviewed the progress made on the implementation of the Roadmap on Sustainability Disclosure in Hong Kong Legal, Regulation & Compliance Fosun Wealth Holdings' FinChain has reached a deep strategic cooperation with Avalanche. News Team Wednesday, February 11, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77374/fosun-wealth-holdingsamp039-finchain-has-reached-a-deep-strategic-cooperation-with-avalanche FinChain to Integrate the Avalanche Network, Targeting the Development of RWA Tokenization for Traditional Financial Assets in Asia. FinTech New Zealand watchdog warns against Ponzi-style investment scam BG Wealth/DSJ EX News Aggregation Team Tuesday, February 10, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77367/new-zealand-watchdog-warns-against-ponzi-style-investment-scam-bg-wealthdsj-ex The scammers then tell them to transfer their cryptocurrency into a so-called trading account on a fake app. FinTech Stablecoins and Australia's financial architecture: A policy choice, not a technology question News Team Tuesday, February 10, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77369/stablecoins-and-australiaamp039s-financial-architecture-a-policy-choice-not-a-technology-question The question isn't whether stablecoins will be adopted. FinTech Scam alert related to banks News Team Friday, February 06, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77358/scam-alert-related-to-banks The HKMA wishes to remind the public that banks will not send SMS or emails with embedded hyperlinks which direct them to the banks’ websites to carry out transactions. FinTech HKMA unveils Fintech Promotion Blueprint: From adoption to advancement News Team Wednesday, February 04, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77342/hkma-unveils-fintech-promotion-blueprint-from-adoption-to-advancement With Data Excellence and Cyber Resilience being the foundational pillars, the Blueprint aims to further strengthen the banking sector’s ability to better manage risks associated with advanced technologies. FinTech Pine Labs deploys full-stack card platform at Pan Asia Bank News Aggregation Team Friday, January 30, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77319/pine-labs-deploys-full-stack-card-platform-at-pan-asia-bank This marks Pine Labs’ second major banking client win in Sri Lanka within a few months FinTech How technology is reshaping India’s financial services landscape News Aggregation Team Wednesday, January 28, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77297/how-technology-is-reshaping-indiaamprsquos-financial-services-landscape Technology is at the core of these changes, helping fintechs and solution providers make a real impact, with AI, investment platforms, and other innovations flooding the space. FinTech Hnry & Volley launch QR open banking for sole traders News Aggregation Team Wednesday, January 28, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77299/hnry-ampamp-volley-launch-qr-open-banking-for-sole-traders The companies said sole traders would be able to generate a QR code in the Hnry app for clients, who would then scan and approve payments in their bank app. FinTech WireBarley Partners with LAFC in First Deal for Korean Fintech News Team Tuesday, January 27, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77292/wirebarley-partners-with-lafc-in-first-deal-for-korean-fintech The collaboration unites two brands built on global connectivity, trust, and community. FinTech Vietnam's biometric surge powers digital banking overhaul News Aggregation Team Monday, January 26, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77284/vietnamamp039s-biometric-surge-powers-digital-banking-overhaul Public reception has been largely positive, yet concerns remain over data security and personal privacy. FinTech UBS move to West Kowloon reshapes demand in Hong Kong office market News Aggregation Team Wednesday, February 04, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77344/ubs-move-to-west-kowloon-reshapes-demand-in-hong-kong-office-market The consolidation is set to release office space in Central, contributing to a reshaping of demand as hedge funds Alternative Investments Winners of the 2026 FSA Fund Awards in Singapore are… News Aggregation Team Wednesday, February 04, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77340/winners-of-the-2026-fsa-fund-awards-in-singapore-areamphellip FSA presents the Platinum and Gold award winners in Singapore. Alternative Investments Teneo Appointed to Singapore Exchange “Value Unlock” Program Panel News Team Wednesday, February 04, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77341/teneo-appointed-to-singapore-exchange-ampldquovalue-unlockamprdquo-program-panel Value Unlock is designed to help fundamentally strong but undervalued SGX-listed companies realise their full potential and achieve fair market valuation. Alternative Investments Singaporeans queueing up to buy the dip in gold despite rout News Aggregation Team Wednesday, February 04, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77343/singaporeans-queueing-up-to-buy-the-dip-in-gold-despite-rout At the headquarters of United Overseas Bank Ltd, the city-state’s only bank offering physical gold products to retail investors, clients and walk-in buyers crowded into a dedicated lounge for bullion transactions. Alternative Investments UOB Kay Hian Partners inCadense to Expand Managed Account Capabilities News Aggregation Team Monday, February 02, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77323/uob-kay-hian-partners-incadense-to-expand-managed-account-capabilities The partnership comes amid rising demand across Asia-Pacific for discretionary portfolios and institutional-style investment solutions, particularly among ultra-high net worth and high net worth clients. Alternative Investments GQG and Perpetual to shrug off heavy outflows: Morningstar News Aggregation Team Monday, February 02, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77325/gqg-and-perpetual-to-shrug-off-heavy-outflows-morningstar Despite suffering heavy outflows in the recent months, Morningstar is optimistic that asset managers GQG Partners and Perpetual will be able to thrive over the long-term. Alternative Investments Russell Investments to acquire Zurich Investment Management, accelerating growth of its Australian wealth business News Team Friday, January 30, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77315/russell-investments-to-acquire-zurich-investment-management-accelerating-growth-of-its-australian-wealth-business The decision to divest ZIM reflects where Zurich is heading as an organisation, allowing us to continue to focus on our core operations in the Australian insurance market. Alternative Investments Allianz Indonesia and Allianz Global Investors Indonesia to Strengthen Investment Management Solutions for Customers News Team Wednesday, January 28, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77298/allianz-indonesia-and-allianz-global-investors-indonesia-to-strengthen-investment-management-solutions-for-customers This collaboration reflects our commitment to continuously strengthening the financial solutions Allianz Indonesia provides to the Indonesian public Alternative Investments Avendus Capital advises IndiGrid on its USD 215 million fundraise through a QIP and preferential issue News Team Wednesday, January 28, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77301/avendus-capital-advises-indigrid-on-its-usd-215-million-fundraise-through-a-qip-and-preferential-issue Avendus Capital acted as a Book Running Leading Manager and an advisor to IndiGrid on these transactions. Alternative Investments Former UGC adviser sees banning varied News Aggregation Team Tuesday, January 27, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77289/former-ugc-adviser-sees-banning-varied A former financial planner banned for six years over his role in encouraging clients to invest in the Global Capital Property Fund has seen his banning reduced. Alternative Investments 14,858 tax residents failing to declare offshore accounts News Aggregation Team Thursday, February 05, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77346/14858-tax-residents-failing-to-declare-offshore-accounts It said this was to avoid penalties and legal action under the Income Tax Act 1967. Tax Experts warn undisclosed offshore accounts raise red flags despite legality News Aggregation Team Wednesday, February 04, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77336/experts-warn-undisclosed-offshore-accounts-raise-red-flags-despite-legality Analysts warn that the scale of undisclosed offshore wealth linked to Malaysians raises serious concerns over tax evasion, money laundering and governance failures Tax Super trustees push for taxpayer bailout after First Guardian failure News Aggregation Team Monday, October 27, 2025 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77003/super-trustees-push-for-taxpayer-bailout-after-first-guardian-failure The company told shareholders on Monday it had written to Financial Services Minister Daniel Mulino for assistance for the almost 1100 Netwealth customers who invested $101 million into the defective scheme via its platform. Tax As wealthy Koreans flock overseas in search of greener pastures, experts blame inheritence tax News Aggregation Team Tuesday, October 07, 2025 1:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76902/as-wealthy-koreans-flock-overseas-in-search-of-greener-pastures-experts-blame-inheritence-tax The exodus of affluent Koreans is expected to result in an outflow of approximately $15.2 billion in assets. Tax James Russell discusses how recent tax legislation changes firmly establish Hong Kong as a global leader for family offices. News Team Wednesday, June 04, 2025 1:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76147/james-russell-discusses-how-recent-tax-legislation-changes-firmly-establish-hong-kong-as-a-global-leader-for-family-offices After seeing the success of family office incentivisation in Singapore, Hong Kong launched its own tax concessions in 2023 to simplify the process for application Tax Michael Velten Launches Velten Advisors News Aggregation Team Monday, April 28, 2025 1:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/75913/michael-velten-launches-velten-advisors Velten Advisors offers bespoke, commercially grounded advice, combining technical insight with digital tools to help clients navigate complex tax and governance challenges with greater clarity and confidence. Tax Seizing the reinvention potential: PwC launches new immersive business technology experience News Team Thursday, December 12, 2024 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/75134/seizing-the-reinvention-potential-pwc-launches-new-immersive-business-technology-experience The first iteration of this space has been designed in collaboration with PwC alliance partner Microsoft. Tax New global minimum tax rules set to start in Hong Kong in 2025 News Team Wednesday, November 20, 2024 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/74994/new-global-minimum-tax-rules-set-to-start-in-hong-kong-in-2025 In response to stakeholders’ feedback, the Government is following up with some changes to its tax administration regime. Tax Tax and business insights from Hong Kong’s latest Policy Address News Team Tuesday, November 19, 2024 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/74985/tax-and-business-insights-from-hong-kongamprsquos-latest-policy-address By capitalising on the advantages of “One Country, Two Systems,” Hong Kong aims to strengthen its financial, shipping and trade sectors while fostering innovation and collaboration within the Greater Bay Area. Tax A review of the tax regimes in Singapore and Hong Kong News Team Thursday, November 14, 2024 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/74953/a-review-of-the-tax-regimes-in-singapore-and-hong-kong The position can be improved even further for those who wish to manage their investments from Singapore. Tax Hong Kong is now home to 3,384 single-family offices after adding 681 in two years, market study shows News Team Thursday, February 12, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77380/hong-kong-is-now-home-to-3384-single-family-offices-after-adding-681-in-two-years-market-study-shows Hong Kong's asset and wealth management industry continues to demonstrate exceptional strength, with family offices emerging as a crucial component of this success story. Comment, Analysis & Research Hong Kong’s statutory minimum wage to rise to HK$43.1 per hour News Team Thursday, February 12, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77381/hong-kongamprsquos-statutory-minimum-wage-to-rise-to-hk431-per-hour The above proposed amendments are scheduled to be tabled in the Legislative Council on 25 February 2026. Comment, Analysis & Research Allianz Retire+ updates AGILE, slashes fees News Aggregation Team Thursday, February 12, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77386/allianz-retire-updates-agile-slashes-fees The changes include Allianz Retire+ moving to gender-specific pricing for lifetime income rates. Comment, Analysis & Research Hong Kong's single-family offices total surpasses 3 380, injecting over $10 billion annually into local economy News Team Tuesday, February 10, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77373/hong-kongamp039s-single-family-offices-total-surpasses-3-380-injecting-over-10-billion-annually-into-local-economy This represents an increase of about 680 offices over the past two years, equivalent to a growth of more than 25 per cent. Comment, Analysis & Research More than 50 advisers depart Sequoia News Aggregation Team Monday, February 09, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77364/more-than-50-advisers-depart-sequoia Interprac’s parent company, Sequoia Group, has lost more than 50 advisers in the last four months with the share price taking a significant hit after its Shield/First Guardian association. Comment, Analysis & Research What Cross-Border Opportunities Exist in India’s Alternatives and Credit Market? News Team Friday, January 30, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77314/what-cross-border-opportunities-exist-in-indiaamprsquos-alternatives-and-credit-market This middle segment is expanding rapidly, driven by founder-led companies that are too large for venture lenders but too complex for traditional banks. Comment, Analysis & Research Structural barriers to AI adoption for banks’ compliance ops News Aggregation Team Thursday, January 29, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77304/structural-barriers-to-ai-adoption-for-banksamprsquo-compliance-ops Apac financial institutions are still reliant of manual processes for compliance operations, a study finds. Comment, Analysis & Research Fund Channel partners with Standard Chartered for operational service News Aggregation Team Friday, December 12, 2025 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77265/fund-channel-partners-with-standard-chartered-for-operational-service The firm will provide advanced trailer fees calculation and management solutions. Comment, Analysis & Research Half Of Asia Pacific’s High Net Worth Individuals Now Allocate Over 10% To Crypto News Aggregation Team Thursday, December 11, 2025 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77264/half-of-asia-pacificamprsquos-high-net-worth-individuals-now-allocate-over-10-to-crypto 90% of Asia’s wealthy now view crypto as a long-term wealth and legacy tool, with most citing diversification as the key reason for investing. Comment, Analysis & Research Private Markets to Generate Over Half of Asset Management Revenues by 2030, PwC Forecasts USD200 Trillion AuM News Aggregation Team Monday, December 01, 2025 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77201/private-markets-to-generate-over-half-of-asset-management-revenues-by-2030-pwc-forecasts-usd200-trillion-aum PwC identifies four key business models driving growth: full-scale private-to-public platforms, solutions platforms, low-cost manufacturers, and niche specialists. Comment, Analysis & Research Kotak Mahindra Bank to add 500 engineers amid tech push – report News Aggregation Team Friday, February 06, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77352/kotak-mahindra-bank-to-add-500-engineers-amid-tech-push-ampndash-report The lender is looking to hire from large technology firms and other banks to build a “technology company with a banking licence.” Retail Banking Gauraw Srivastava of UnionBank: Building a Digital-First Wealth Business for the Next-Gen Filipino News Aggregation Team Monday, January 26, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77283/gauraw-srivastava-of-unionbank-building-a-digital-first-wealth-business-for-the-next-gen-filipino UnionBank’s wealth strategy follows a tiered model, designed to cater to the evolving needs of the country’s growing investor base. Retail Banking UnionBank Private Banking’s NextGen Academy is raising greatness News Aggregation Team Monday, December 08, 2025 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77240/unionbank-private-bankingamprsquos-nextgen-academy-is-raising-greatness UnionBank Private Banking’s NextGen Academy is paving the way for future leaders of the business world Retail Banking Lloyds completes its first India–UK digital Letter of Credit on WaveBL News Team Thursday, December 04, 2025 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77222/lloyds-completes-its-first-indiaampndashuk-digital-letter-of-credit-on-wavebl It was executed entirely through the WaveBL platform and demonstrates how digital trade is shifting from long processing cycles to almost real-time execution. Retail Banking OCBC’s First–Mover Advantage in Largest QR Payments Market News Aggregation Team Tuesday, December 02, 2025 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77210/ocbcamprsquos-firstampndashmover-advantage-in-largest-qr-payments-market The new capability stems from an expanded partnership with UnionPay International, formalised in Shanghai on 28 November 2025. Retail Banking OCBC adds eight major digital wallets across Southeast Asia to OCBC app News Team Monday, November 24, 2025 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77163/ocbc-adds-eight-major-digital-wallets-across-southeast-asia-to-ocbc-app The partnership with Visa makes the OCBC app the most connected banking app in the region with coverage of 10 digital wallets Retail Banking Commonwealth Bank Executive Leadership Team update News Team Monday, November 24, 2025 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77164/commonwealth-bank-executive-leadership-team-update Announcing a change to the bank’s Executive Leadership Team. Retail Banking Hang Seng revamps branches, opens wealth centre at Kowloon main branch News Aggregation Team Thursday, November 20, 2025 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77143/hang-seng-revamps-branches-opens-wealth-centre-at-kowloon-main-branch The bank will open a wealth centre at Harbour City before the year ends. Retail Banking Hana Bank fined 18 bln won for mis-selling private funds News Aggregation Team Monday, November 10, 2025 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77081/hana-bank-fined-18-bln-won-for-mis-selling-private-funds While selling the products, which had a combined sales volume of 377.9 billion won, the bank had allegedly distorted or omitted key information, violating its duty to explain investment risks Retail Banking Westpac targets property investors in mortgage lending turnaround plan News Aggregation Team Tuesday, November 04, 2025 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77053/westpac-targets-property-investors-in-mortgage-lending-turnaround-plan The big four bank said profits fell 1 per cent to $6.9 billion in the 12 months to the end of September, the first time that Miller, who was appointed to the top job late last year, has presented the accounts. Retail Banking AMP Bank re-enters SMSF lending with SuperEdge News Team Tuesday, January 27, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77290/amp-bank-re-enters-smsf-lending-with-superedge AMP Bank is re-launching SuperEdge, its residential Self Managed Super Fund (SMSF) lending solution, marking the Bank’s return to SMSF property lending for brokers and their customers. Investment Bank MUFG to Deepen Asset Management Partnership with Morgan Stanley News Aggregation Team Tuesday, December 09, 2025 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77249/mufg-to-deepen-asset-management-partnership-with-morgan-stanley Takase confirmed there are no plans to alter the existing shareholding structure. Investment Bank Crédit Agricole CIB Extends Hong Kong Lease to 2034 News Aggregation Team Monday, November 10, 2025 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77083/crampeacutedit-agricole-cib-extends-hong-kong-lease-to-2034 Our renewed office not only strengthens this ‘foundation' for the next decade Investment Bank UOB Achieves Strong Growth in Its Cross-Border Business Across ASEAN and Greater China as Companies Move Supply Chains to Region News Aggregation Team Friday, October 17, 2025 1:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76956/uob-achieves-strong-growth-in-its-cross-border-business-across-asean-and-greater-china-as-companies-move-supply-chains-to-region As companies reconfigure their supply chains, UOB has seen increased demand for trade and Financial Supply Chain Management (FSCM) financing, digital payments and collections solutions. Investment Bank DBS Hong Kong launches Regional Investment Corridors initiative to forge new cross-border growth channels across Asia News Team Friday, October 10, 2025 1:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76916/dbs-hong-kong-launches-regional-investment-corridors-initiative-to-forge-new-cross-border-growth-channels-across-asia Inaugural event, themed “Japan’s Investment Horizon: Exploring Inbound & Outbound Opportunities”, bridges private capital opportunities between Hong Kong and Japan Investment Bank Crédit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank and Indosuez Wealth Management Inaugurate New Singapore Office to Support Local and Regional Growth Momentum News Aggregation Team Friday, September 26, 2025 1:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76836/crampeacutedit-agricole-corporate-and-investment-bank-and-indosuez-wealth-management-inaugurate-new-singapore-office-to-support-local-and-regional-growth-momentum This relocation aligns with Crédit Agricole Group’s long-term strategy for Asia-Pacific, driving operational efficiency, deepening synergies across business lines, and creating a future-ready environment for clients and employees. Investment Bank Deutsche Bank closes USD 184M ECA financing for Thailand’s THAICOM10 satellite project News Team Friday, September 05, 2025 1:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76720/deutsche-bank-closes-usd-184m-eca-financing-for-thailandamprsquos-thaicom10-satellite-project The loan will finance STI’s commercial contract with France’s Airbus Defence & Space to manufacture the new Software Defined High Throughput Satellite (SD-HTS). Investment Bank Goldman Sachs Expands Mumbai Presence With New Office Opening News Aggregation Team Wednesday, August 20, 2025 1:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76624/goldman-sachs-expands-mumbai-presence-with-new-office-opening The new office occupies the entire tenth floor and half of the ninth floor of Ascent Worli. Investment Bank Deutsche Bank featured in SG Enable’s national guide to disability-inclusive employment News Team Monday, August 18, 2025 1:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76603/deutsche-bank-featured-in-sg-enableamprsquos-national-guide-to-disability-inclusive-employment Deutsche Bank Singapore’s Neurodiversity@Work programme and dbEnable staff network showcased as models for inclusive hiring and workplace innovation. Investment Bank Citi Names Investment Banking Trio in Asia News Aggregation Team Tuesday, August 05, 2025 1:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76521/citi-names-investment-banking-trio-in-asia Based in Hong Kong, he will join later in the year and report to global head of GAM Ashu Khullar as well as Jan Metzger, head of investment banking for JANA and South Asia. Investment Bank Singapore backs global push for sustainable cooling as cities step up heat action at COP30 News Aggregation Team Wednesday, November 12, 2025 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77097/singapore-backs-global-push-for-sustainable-cooling-as-cities-step-up-heat-action-at-cop30 Cooling can be unsustainable when it relies heavily on electricity generated from fossil fuels, which contribute to planet-warming emissions. Planet SOS Standard Chartered launches sustainable escrow and account bank solution News Team Tuesday, July 29, 2025 1:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76485/standard-chartered-launches-sustainable-escrow-and-account-bank-solution New offering allows clients to embed sustainability into their cash management and support delivery of their sustainability goals Planet SOS CIMB commits RM300 billion to power a greener and more inclusive ASEAN economy by 2030 News Team Tuesday, July 15, 2025 1:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76405/cimb-commits-rm300-billion-to-power-a-greener-and-more-inclusive-asean-economy-by-2030 The Group strengthens its commitment to enable a just transition across the region Planet SOS How advisers can navigate ESG fund closures News Aggregation Team Tuesday, May 13, 2025 1:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76015/how-advisers-can-navigate-esg-fund-closures Part of this is due to ASIC’s crackdown on greenwashing which has prompted fund managers to reconsider their ranges or how they are labelled. Planet SOS Nomura Issues Report on Avoided Emissions from Investor Perspective News Team Thursday, May 01, 2025 1:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/75945/nomura-issues-report-on-avoided-emissions-from-investor-perspective The concept of avoided emissions has gained traction as a new metric to assess a company's contribution to reducing overall GHG emissions and resolving issues affecting society. Planet SOS DBS named World’s Best Bank for Sustainable Finance by Global Finance News Team Monday, February 24, 2025 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/75550/dbs-named-worldamprsquos-best-bank-for-sustainable-finance-by-global-finance Recognised for leadership in sustainable finance, including innovative solutions that accelerate Asia's transition agenda, drive cross-border impact, and empower corporates and SMEs Planet SOS Policy and investment need to prioritise renewable energy News Aggregation Team Monday, January 27, 2025 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/75390/policy-and-investment-need-to-prioritise-renewable-energy Bangladesh has slowly been investing in green finance initiatives through the banking sector, but the transition to a society free of fossil fuel use will require a lot more investment in the renewable energy sector Planet SOS Trump’s climate policy and its impact on investments News Team Thursday, January 23, 2025 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/75369/trumpamprsquos-climate-policy-and-its-impact-on-investments In practice, this means that the US no longer has to submit a climate action plan to the United Nations every five years. Planet SOS Mirova Commits USD10 million to Global Commercial & Industrial Solar Leader ecoligo to Fuel Its Growth in Vietnam News Team Friday, January 17, 2025 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/75335/mirova-commits-usd10-million-to-global-commercial-ampamp-industrial-solar-leader-ecoligo-to-fuel-its-growth-in-vietnam ecoligo has successfully raised €74 million to date and currently manages a global portfolio of 100 MWp, comprising 200 projects. Planet SOS Bank DBS Indonesia introduces first ever Sustainability-Linked Trade Finance Facility for PT. Indo-Rama Synthetics Tbk | Bahasa News Team Thursday, January 16, 2025 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/75328/bank-dbs-indonesia-introduces-first-ever-sustainability-linked-trade-finance-facility-for-pt-indo-rama-synthetics-tbk-bahasa DBS Bank's commitment to sustainability is reflected in its concrete steps, becoming the first Singaporean bank to pledge to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050 or earlier. 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