Managers of Wealth - Asia http://asia.managersofwealth.com/ Fri, 27 Mar 2026 08:43:00 GMT part of MediaG8way Group http://asia.managersofwealth.com/ http://asia.managersofwealth.com/assets/images/logo.png Managers of Wealth - Asia KohanaPHP WRISE Group Partners with China Asset Management (Hong Kong) to Offer Exclusive Access to Asia Bond Fund high dividend yield share class in Hong Kong Debut News Team Friday, March 27, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77624/wrise-group-partners-with-china-asset-management-hong-kong-to-offer-exclusive-access-to-asia-bond-fund-high-dividend-yield-share-class-in-hong-kong-debut This partnership reflects our commitment to delivering innovative and performance-driven investment solutions to a broader audience. Wealth and Asset Management Indian Wealth Platform Novelty Wealth Raises USD1.4 Million Seed Round to Expand AI-Driven Advisory News Aggregation Team Friday, March 27, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77625/indian-wealth-platform-novelty-wealth-raises-usd14-million-seed-round-to-expand-ai-driven-advisory IndiaQuotient’s Anand Lunia highlighted the team’s blend of technology and regulatory expertise as key to building an effective AI wealth solution. Wealth and Asset Management Hong Kong close to proposing tax cuts to lure asset and wealth managers: source News Aggregation Team Thursday, March 26, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77622/hong-kong-close-to-proposing-tax-cuts-to-lure-asset-and-wealth-managers-source Dubai and Singapore’s tax perks draw fund managers, pulling wealth and investment away from Hong Kong Wealth and Asset Management Family office leaders convene for Hong Kong Wealth for Good summit News Team Wednesday, March 25, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77607/family-office-leaders-convene-for-hong-kong-wealth-for-good-summit International wealth managers and ultra-high-net-worth representatives attended the city conference examining succession planning and impact investing strategies. Wealth and Asset Management Standard Chartered strengthens digital wealth offering with upgraded mobile app and AI advisory News Aggregation Team Wednesday, March 25, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77614/standard-chartered-strengthens-digital-wealth-offering-with-upgraded-mobile-app-and-ai-advisory In 2024, Standard Chartered’s Wealth and Retail Banking division took a step in digital transformation with a series of enhancements across its mobile and advisory platforms. Wealth and Asset Management JPMorgan Shut China Tycoon’s Account That Made Bank Millions News Aggregation Team Monday, March 23, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77588/jpmorgan-shut-china-tycoonamprsquos-account-that-made-bank-millions Tang had a $4 billion stake in AppLovin Corp. as of early 2025 after the US ad-tech firm’s shares surged more than 700% the previous year. Wealth and Asset Management Hart searches for soul of Singapore’s wealth business News Team Monday, March 23, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77589/hart-searches-for-soul-of-singaporeamprsquos-wealth-business Asian families are starting to value independent boutiques ahead of the region’s banks, says Elizabeth Hart of Legacy Wealth Advisors, but many are still tempted by quick returns rather than longer-range holistic wealth strategies Wealth and Asset Management Chubb Launches Wealth Platform Targeting Hong Kong’s High-Net-Worth Segment News Aggregation Team Monday, March 23, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77590/chubb-launches-wealth-platform-targeting-hong-kongamprsquos-high-net-worth-segment The launch comes amid continued expansion in Hong Kong’s private wealth sector. Wealth and Asset Management South Korea’s best private bank 2026: Hana Bank News Aggregation Team Monday, March 23, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77594/south-koreaamprsquos-best-private-bank-2026-hana-bank Digital private banking continues to scale meaningfully, with rapid growth in digitally managed clients and adoption of AI‑supported tools that enhance remote advisory. Wealth and Asset Management Deutsche Bank’s Asset Management Unit to Acquire 40% Stake in Indian Alternatives Firm News Aggregation Team Thursday, March 19, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77581/deutsche-bankamprsquos-asset-management-unit-to-acquire-40-stake-in-indian-alternatives-firm Additionally, DWS and NAMI will maintain strategic collaboration to develop passive investment solutions and distribute actively managed India strategies globally via DWS’s international network. Wealth and Asset Management Mayer Brown continues to strengthen Tokyo office with eight-lawyer team led by Masahisa Ikeda, Toshiro Mochizuki, and Kana Morimura News Team Friday, March 27, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77627/mayer-brown-continues-to-strengthen-tokyo-office-with-eight-lawyer-team-led-by-masahisa-ikeda-toshiro-mochizuki-and-kana-morimura Together with Mr. Ikeda’s recent addition, the team brings a strengthened platform designed to meet the increasingly global needs of Japan’s leading businesses. Executive Moves StanChart Hires Asian Investment Banking Heavyweight News Aggregation Team Friday, March 27, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77628/stanchart-hires-asian-investment-banking-heavyweight He joins from Citi, where he was most recently co-head of investment banking for Asia Pacific. Previously, he also worked at Credit Suisse and Deutsche Bank. Executive Moves GESB chief bows out after 10 years News Aggregation Team Friday, March 27, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77630/gesb-chief-bows-out-after-10-years He also held a role at a London-based investment consultancy, where he headed manager research. Executive Moves Alison Massey Appointed as General Manager for Asia at Bupa Global News Aggregation Team Thursday, March 26, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77615/alison-massey-appointed-as-general-manager-for-asia-at-bupa-global Her accomplished background includes a series of transformative leadership roles, most recently as Global Head of Health at HSBC Executive Moves U Ethical chief executive departs, successor named News Aggregation Team Thursday, March 26, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77619/u-ethical-chief-executive-departs-successor-named U Ethical chair Fiona Pearse thanked Browning for his contribution. Executive Moves Standard Chartered Strengthens Greater China Team with Former EFG Banker Chen Siyun News Aggregation Team Wednesday, March 25, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77610/standard-chartered-strengthens-greater-china-team-with-former-efg-banker-chen-siyun Chen returns to the British lender after roles at EFG Bank, Bank of Singapore, and DBS Bank, bringing over a decade of expertise in wealth management. Executive Moves Manulife Strengthens AI Leadership in Hong Kong News Aggregation Team Wednesday, March 25, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77611/manulife-strengthens-ai-leadership-in-hong-kong Liu has more than 20 years of experience in AI, data strategy, analytics, and digital transformation across multiple industries and geographies, most recently serving as vice president, data at McDonald's China. Executive Moves Manulife Appoints AI Leaders to Boost Hong Kong as Regional Innovation Hub News Aggregation Team Wednesday, March 25, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77612/manulife-appoints-ai-leaders-to-boost-hong-kong-as-regional-innovation-hub The company was recently ranked the top life insurer for AI maturity in the Evident AI Index for Insurance. Executive Moves Singlife Appoints Former MAS Official Leo Mun Wai to Board News Aggregation Team Wednesday, March 25, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77613/singlife-appoints-former-mas-official-leo-mun-wai-to-board He brings more than 30 years of experience across financial regulation, banking supervision and board oversight. Executive Moves Deutsche Bank hires from Goldman Sachs for Thailand team News Aggregation Team Tuesday, March 24, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77599/deutsche-bank-hires-from-goldman-sachs-for-thailand-team The former Goldman Sachs banker, who speaks fluent Thai and English, has joined Deutsche Bank's Southeast Asia unit. Executive Moves ASIC extends intra-fund transfer relief for super trustees News Team Thursday, March 26, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77616/asic-extends-intra-fund-transfer-relief-for-super-trustees The relief extension gives clarity to superannuation trustees about the application form and cooling-off period requirements during an intra-fund transfer. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Inaugural Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao-Shenzhen Joint Financial Regulatory Meeting News Team Thursday, March 26, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77620/inaugural-guangdong-hong-kong-macao-shenzhen-joint-financial-regulatory-meeting During the meeting, participants exchanged views on industry developments, supervisory work and latest market trends. Legal, Regulation & Compliance APRA stress test shows how the widening home insurance protection gap may impact Australia's financial system resilience News Team Thursday, March 26, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77621/apra-stress-test-shows-how-the-widening-home-insurance-protection-gap-may-impact-australiaamp039s-financial-system-resilience The Insurance CVA is not a forecast or prediction of future outcomes. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Appleby shortlisted at the ALB China Law Awards 2026 News Team Wednesday, March 25, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77608/appleby-shortlisted-at-the-alb-china-law-awards-2026 These nominations reflect Appleby’s strong offshore capabilities and its track record in advising on complex, high‑value and cross‑border restructuring and debt market matters. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Carey Olsen shortlisted for Offshore Law Firm of the Year at ALB China Law Awards 2026 News Team Wednesday, March 25, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77609/carey-olsen-shortlisted-for-offshore-law-firm-of-the-year-at-alb-china-law-awards-2026 Carey Olsen was recently recognised in China Business Law Journal’s Deals of the Year 2025 for two significant cross-border transactions Legal, Regulation & Compliance Moneysmart publishes tips on using AI for financial issues News Team Tuesday, March 24, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77606/moneysmart-publishes-tips-on-using-ai-for-financial-issues While AI can be used as a learning tool, it should always be checked against trusted, independent sources to verify claims before acting on any information it gives you. Legal, Regulation & Compliance ASIC launches financial complaints data dashboard News Team Thursday, March 19, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77585/asic-launches-financial-complaints-data-dashboard Transparency is crucial to supporting a fair, strong, and efficient financial system. Legal, Regulation & Compliance in1Bank completes return of deposits process News Team Thursday, March 19, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77587/in1bank-completes-return-of-deposits-process APRA has closely monitored the return of deposits process, which involved all but a small percentage of in1Bank deposits being transferred to other banking institutions. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Moneysmart refresh puts young Australians at the centre of trusted financial guidance News Team Tuesday, March 17, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77569/moneysmart-refresh-puts-young-australians-at-the-centre-of-trusted-financial-guidance The refresh is designed to reflect how Australians – especially younger people – are learning about and making decisions with money today. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Supreme Court orders Macquarie Securities to pay $35 million penalty in short sale misreporting case News Team Monday, March 16, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77560/supreme-court-orders-macquarie-securities-to-pay-35-million-penalty-in-short-sale-misreporting-case The Court also found that MSAL engaged in misleading conduct in relation to its misreporting. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Amova Asset Management partners with MariBank to distribute Singapore equity fund News Aggregation Team Thursday, March 26, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77617/amova-asset-management-partners-with-maribank-to-distribute-singapore-equity-fund The Amova Singapore Dividend Equity fund will focus on local companies providing sustainable dividend growth. FinTech Ant Receives Approval for Hong Kong Brokerage Acquisition News Aggregation Team Wednesday, March 18, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77578/ant-receives-approval-for-hong-kong-brokerage-acquisition In April, Bright Smart chairman Yip Mow Lum conditionally agreed to sell a 50.55 percent stake to Wealthiness FinTech Broadridge and Crypto.com Connect to Enable Crypto Order Routing for Brokers Globally via NYFIX News Team Wednesday, March 11, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77531/broadridge-and-cryptocom-connect-to-enable-crypto-order-routing-for-brokers-globally-via-nyfix Crypto.com also becomes Broadridge’s first cryptocurrency trading connection in Asia leveraging NYFIX’s robust FIX connectivity and global reach FinTech HSBC Hong Kong applies AI and analytics to enhance customer engagement and digital banking News Aggregation Team Thursday, March 05, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77508/hsbc-hong-kong-applies-ai-and-analytics-to-enhance-customer-engagement-and-digital-banking Alex Chen, Head of Data and Analytics at HSBC Hong Kong, said: “If data is the new oil, our team are the master prospectors and refiners, turning raw potential into pure value." FinTech DBS and Granite Asia partner for AI IPO fund News Aggregation Team Monday, February 23, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77429/dbs-and-granite-asia-partner-for-ai-ipo-fund The AI IPO fund aims to accelerate the region’s AI ecosystem, and give DBS wealth clients exclusive access to IPOs of AI-driven companies in Asia FinTech Asia-Pacific fintech to hit $348.1b by 2031 News Aggregation Team Friday, February 20, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77419/asia-pacific-fintech-to-hit-3481b-by-2031 The market will be driven by mobile-first usage and open API payment rails. FinTech Blackstone Leads Funding of Over $1 Billion to Neysa to Work Towards Building India’s Leading AI Infrastructure Platform News Team Monday, February 16, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77396/blackstone-leads-funding-of-over-1-billion-to-neysa-to-work-towards-building-indiaamprsquos-leading-ai-infrastructure-platform We believe Neysa has the best management team in this space FinTech DBS is First Bank in Asia Pacific to Pilot Visa Intelligent Commerce for Everyday Payments News Team Monday, February 16, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77400/dbs-is-first-bank-in-asia-pacific-to-pilot-visa-intelligent-commerce-for-everyday-payments The collaboration validates AI-ready card credentials, authentication and payment signals on Visa Intelligent Commerce, ensuring ecosystem readiness for secure, agent-initiated payments FinTech Kyndryl to Modernize Yamaguchi Financial Group's Core Banking System into a Multi‑Bank Platform News Team Friday, February 13, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77390/kyndryl-to-modernize-yamaguchi-financial-groupamp039s-core-banking-system-into-a-multibank-platform This initiative will streamline group operations and support future business expansion via an IT platform that enables new financial institutions to join and begin operations quickly and efficiently. FinTech 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 Acadian: Capitalising on EM inefficiencies to capture alpha at scale News Aggregation Team Thursday, March 26, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77618/acadian-capitalising-on-em-inefficiencies-to-capture-alpha-at-scale As emerging markets evolve, systematic strategies help investors capture inefficiencies, diversify beyond concentrated benchmarks and build more resilient portfolios. Alternative Investments Hong Kong insurance C-Suite pay hits $3m as affluent client focus drives 2026 hiring News Aggregation Team Tuesday, March 24, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77601/hong-kong-insurance-c-suite-pay-hits-3m-as-affluent-client-focus-drives-2026-hiring Hays 2026 data shows Risk and Compliance chiefs hit record pay as insurers target wealthy clients. Alternative Investments Willis and Circle Asia Lauch Regional Art Insurance Facility News Aggregation Team Tuesday, March 24, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77602/willis-and-circle-asia-lauch-regional-art-insurance-facility The facility is the «first of its kind in Asia», combining specialist arts insurance expertise from Willis and Circle’s digital platform. Alternative Investments KTAM forges partnership with Fidelity International News Aggregation Team Tuesday, March 24, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77605/ktam-forges-partnership-with-fidelity-international The collaboration aims to support Krungthai Asset Management's provident fund clients. Alternative Investments Strategic innovation drives growth of Hong Kong’s listing and digital asset markets: SFC Quarterly Report News Team Thursday, March 19, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77583/strategic-innovation-drives-growth-of-hong-kongamprsquos-listing-and-digital-asset-markets-sfc-quarterly-report These consisted of 73 and 46 applications from pre-profit biotech and specialist technology companies, respectively. Alternative Investments Victory Capital bumps up cash portion of offer for Janus Henderson News Aggregation Team Thursday, March 19, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77586/victory-capital-bumps-up-cash-portion-of-offer-for-janus-henderson The offer implies an unchanged valuation of $8.6bn. Alternative Investments S’pore gold sellers bring in more stock, build vaults to meet higher demand amid Mid-East crisis News Aggregation Team Wednesday, March 18, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77574/samprsquopore-gold-sellers-bring-in-more-stock-build-vaults-to-meet-higher-demand-amid-mid-east-crisis Besides middle-aged customers, some have also observed a younger crowd wading into the gold-buying trend. Alternative Investments DWS to buy 40% stake in NIAIF News Aggregation Team Tuesday, March 17, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77567/dws-to-buy-40-stake-in-niaif The joint venture of the German and the Indian asset managers will focus on India alts. Alternative Investments Aware, TelstraSuper take final steps towards merger News Aggregation Team Monday, March 16, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77562/aware-telstrasuper-take-final-steps-towards-merger TelstraSuper chair Anne-Marie O'Loghlin said she is confident the merger will deliver strong outcomes for members. Alternative Investments MUFG and State Bank of India Form Strategic Partnership News Aggregation Team Monday, March 16, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77557/mufg-and-state-bank-of-india-form-strategic-partnership The tie-up will look to support the growth of Japanese companies expanding in India Alternative Investments Hong Kong proposes 0% tax expansion for its fund managers News Aggregation Team Friday, March 27, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77626/hong-kong-proposes-0-tax-expansion-for-its-fund-managers Under a bill expected to reach the city’s Legislative Council by mid-2026, the tax break would extend beyond private equity to cover hedge funds, venture capital, private credit and family offices. Tax Hong Kong weighs ‘big bang’ tax cuts for asset managers News Aggregation Team Thursday, March 26, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77623/hong-kong-weighs-amplsquobig-bangamprsquo-tax-cuts-for-asset-managers Expansion of carried interest regime could mean zero levies on performance fees at hedge funds Tax Big tech, like big banks, must pay fair share of tax News Aggregation Team Monday, March 16, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77559/big-tech-like-big-banks-must-pay-fair-share-of-tax Governments will not be able to maintain services if a growing share of value generated from Australian consumers flows to foreign headquarters Tax Advisers weigh in on $3m super tax News Aggregation Team Thursday, March 12, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77542/advisers-weigh-in-on-3m-super-tax While the government reversing course and not taxing unrealised gains is broadly seen as a positive, advisers are more split on whether the $3 million super tax is a short-term solution to a long-term system or a “negligible” move to reduce co Tax Moore Australia appoints Michael Sutherland as national head of quality News Aggregation Team Monday, February 23, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77435/moore-australia-appoints-michael-sutherland-as-national-head-of-quality Sutherland has 12 years of experience in audit, quality and governance across both professional services and the public sector. Tax 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 How Ninety One is rethinking China equity allocations News Aggregation Team Friday, March 27, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77629/how-ninety-one-is-rethinking-china-equity-allocations A broad yet precise approach to the full China stock market seeks to offer access to the best ideas to convert structural dispersion into sustainable alpha. Comment, Analysis & Research Gen Z and Millennial High-Net-Worth Investors Are Reshaping Wealth Advice News Team Tuesday, March 24, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77600/gen-z-and-millennial-high-net-worth-investors-are-reshaping-wealth-advice CFA Institute survey of investors across global markets shows strong digital engagement, demand for personalization, and evolving definitions of trust Comment, Analysis & Research Turning wealth builders into beneficiaries: The power of good advice for small business owners News Aggregation Team Monday, March 23, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77592/turning-wealth-builders-into-beneficiaries-the-power-of-good-advice-for-small-business-owners Small business owners are natural builders – driven, independent and invested in their business success. Comment, Analysis & Research Majority Owner of Indonesia’s Biggest Bank Dies News Aggregation Team Monday, March 23, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77597/majority-owner-of-indonesiaamprsquos-biggest-bank-dies When combined, the two brothers are the richest family in Indonesia with a net worth of $38.5 billion, according to Forbes. Comment, Analysis & Research Singapore for global families: Structuring, strategy and opportunity News Team Thursday, March 12, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77537/singapore-for-global-families-structuring-strategy-and-opportunity While Singapore has long attracted wealth from Southeast Asia, recent years have seen a broader mix of nationalities establishing a presence. Comment, Analysis & Research Report on “Beyond Wealth: Advancing Hong Kong’s Family Office Ecosystem Through Philanthropy, Impact Investing, and Risk Management” News Team Wednesday, March 11, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77534/report-on-ampldquobeyond-wealth-advancing-hong-kongamprsquos-family-office-ecosystem-through-philanthropy-impact-investing-and-risk-managementamprdquo In addition to traditional wealth management, the increasing demand for philanthropy, impact investing, and risk management strategies has become the main growth area for the future. Comment, Analysis & Research Deutsche Bank successfully issues record-breaking 5.5 billion renminbi Panda Bond News Team Tuesday, March 10, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77523/deutsche-bank-successfully-issues-record-breaking-55-billion-renminbi-panda-bond Issuance met with strong investor demand, deepening the bank's access to China's capital markets and reinforcing its role as a bridge between China and global markets. Comment, Analysis & Research 91% of surveyed family offices have invested in HK, report says News Aggregation Team Tuesday, March 10, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77530/91-of-surveyed-family-offices-have-invested-in-hk-report-says The research arm of the Hong Kong Academy of Finance on Tuesday released the findings of its latest study Comment, Analysis & Research Inspiring Female Leaders in Insurance in Asia-Pacific | Elite Women News Aggregation Team Monday, March 09, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77516/inspiring-female-leaders-in-insurance-in-asia-pacific-elite-women In a pure numbers game, women lead the way, and the data shows that women’s share of the financial and insurance services workforce is healthy. Comment, Analysis & Research Hong Kong Luxury Sales Continue Upward Trend in January News Aggregation Team Thursday, March 05, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77497/hong-kong-luxury-sales-continue-upward-trend-in-january Although a higher base resulting from the early arrival of the Chinese New Year in 2025 weighed on January’s year-on-year comparison, the retail sector maintained its positive trajectory. Comment, Analysis & Research Federated Hermes Asia ex-Japan equity fund recognized by MAS News Aggregation Team Tuesday, March 24, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77604/federated-hermes-asia-ex-japan-equity-fund-recognized-by-mas The $5bn fund is the first Federated Hermes strategy to receive retail registration in Asia Pacific. Retail Banking DBS wins Euromoney's top honour as the 'World's Best Private Bank' in triple global award sweep News Team Monday, March 23, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77595/dbs-wins-euromoneyamp039s-top-honour-as-the-amp039worldamp039s-best-private-bankamp039-in-triple-global-award-sweep Also recognised as the inaugural winner in the ‘World’s Safest Private Bank’ and ‘World’s Best for Digital Assets’ categories Retail Banking NAB named Australia’s Best Small Business Bank for fourth year running News Team Monday, March 16, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77558/nab-named-australiaamprsquos-best-small-business-bank-for-fourth-year-running The recognition at the Global SME Banking Innovation Awards reflects NAB’s ongoing focus to design experiences that meet the needs of small business owners. Retail Banking HSBC targets doubling Philippines client base as wealth grows News Aggregation Team Wednesday, March 11, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77535/hsbc-targets-doubling-philippines-client-base-as-wealth-grows Pramoth Rajendran, HSBC Philippines head of international wealth and premier banking, said in a media roundtable that the lender remains confident in the domestic market's potential despite regional geopolitical volatility. Retail Banking DBS secures principal underwriting licence for Chinese non-financial corporate bonds, strengthens access for global issuers and investors News Team Thursday, March 05, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77499/dbs-secures-principal-underwriting-licence-for-chinese-non-financial-corporate-bonds-strengthens-access-for-global-issuers-and-investors First and only Singapore-headquartered bank licensed to lead underwrite all corporate bonds issued in the China Interbank Bond Market Retail Banking CIMB Niaga and Virtusa complete Pega Cloud modernisation to enhance customer banking experiences in Indonesia News Aggregation Team Thursday, March 05, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77501/cimb-niaga-and-virtusa-complete-pega-cloud-modernisation-to-enhance-customer-banking-experiences-in-indonesia This milestone reflects CIMB Niaga's forward-looking approach to strengthening digital banking capabilities for the future. Retail Banking Large private banks aim to maintain high credit growth in 2026 News Aggregation Team Tuesday, March 03, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77484/large-private-banks-aim-to-maintain-high-credit-growth-in-2026 VCBS believes that dynamic private banks are expected to continue leading credit growth with a projected loan portfolio expansion exceeding 20 per cent. Retail Banking Asian banks’ billions in Gulf loans at risk amid Middle East turmoil News Aggregation Team Tuesday, March 03, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77485/asian-banksamprsquo-billions-in-gulf-loans-at-risk-amid-middle-east-turmoil That surge now faces a critical test, as the Iran crisis threatens to reshape lending strategies and cast uncertainty over the banks’ pursuit of opportunities in the region. Retail Banking RCBC reframes retail banking around employee primacy and programme-led growth News Aggregation Team Tuesday, March 03, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77486/rcbc-reframes-retail-banking-around-employee-primacy-and-programme-led-growth Rather than chase scale, RCBC aims to design programmes that bundle various services around a single, strong relationship. Retail Banking Singapore banks finish lower; STI down 0.4% News Aggregation Team Wednesday, February 25, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77452/singapore-banks-finish-lower-sti-down-04 The other local banks also slipped. Retail Banking AMP Bank opens SuperEdge for business News Team Friday, February 20, 2026 12:00 am http://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77425/amp-bank-opens-superedge-for-business AMP Bank announces that SuperEdge is now officially in market, marking the Bank’s return to residential SMSF property lending for brokers and their clients. Investment Bank 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 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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