Managers of Wealth Asia Pacific

Brand Value of World’s Largest Banks Contracts First Time since Financial Crisis

Europe declines by 7%, more than any other region, with several major banks seeing significant drops in brand value

Bank of Japan signals readiness to ease as virus impact sours outlook

The BOJ won’t hesitate to take additional easing steps if risks become very large and increase the chance that the momentum toward achieving its 2 percent price target will be lost.

Women focus needed in retirement review

But sadly the current system does the opposite – while it was not designed to discriminate against women, in effect all it does is exacerbate the inequality.

UOB on Impact investing – Debunking common myths

Specifically, philanthropy focuses on specific social causes while impact investing has the broader task of improving causes that can include supporting sustainable agriculture, making healthcare or housing affordable, and developing clean technology.

Taming the future: Hong Kong and China

Times are tough for Hong Kong, but it remains the best-positioned financial centre to access China

Banks need to take Belt and Road environmental risks seriously

China’s banks supporting BRI projects should apply environmental risk-management policies and oversight, says Divya Narain.

Income theme continues in Malaysia

The best-selling fund last year was a locally-wrapped version of Schroders’ Asian Income Fund.

How will Singapore’s ageing population shape its fintech sector?

Fintech firms must find ways to tailor their products and tap into older markets to remain competitive.

Coronavirus: Bill Gates, Apple And Jack Ma Donate Millions To Fight Outbreak

Alibaba announced last Saturday that it would establish a $144 million (1 billion yuan) fund to help hospitals buy sorely needed medical supplies in Wuhan, the central Chinese city where the epidemic first emerged.

Does the coronavirus represent a buying opportunity?

Fund managers mixed on whether a comparison to Sars is helpful

Coronavirus May Accelerate Chinese Family Office Pivot from Growth to Preservation

China’s determined pursuit of growth when investing was reflected in their average overall portfolio return of 11%, mainly due to direct private equity (19%), private equity funds (15%) and direct real estate (14%) investments.

Brand value of world’s largest banks contracts first time since financial crisis

Once again, the top 10 is dominated by banks from China and the US, both countries represented by five banks apiece. Europe has just four representatives within the top 20.

UBS releases Chinese Family Office and Wealth Management Report

The report is available in English and Mandarin Chinese.

Cut the paperwork: Malaysia urged to make social enterprise scheme simpler

As well as recognising social enterprises so they can attract more business, the scheme offers tax deductions and access to grants.

Leading the way in wealth management

Today, the organization continues to dominate the Philippine market as the largest stand-alone trust corporation in terms of market share, with over 57 years of experience in the business.

How Japan Inc became a target for activist investors

The country’s risk-averse corporate world is having to rethink shareholder capitalism

Deep cleaning, face masks, services suspension – HK banks respond to coronavirus

Banks operating in Hong Kong have closed temporarily some of their branches, with those remaining operational implementing enhanced sanitization measures.

4 Common Myths Surrounding Angel Investors In India

Some angel investors like to work closely with startup founders, whereas some prefer minimal involvement

India budget amends key tax rules affecting foreign investors

The dividend distribution tax is not eligible for a tax credit in the hands of the shareholder since it is a tax on the company distributing the dividend.

Half of Malaysia’s Banking Assets to be Islamic in Next Decade

More consumer awareness, focus on ethical banking spur growth

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